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Irwin Mitchell boosts ABS plans with NED appointment
Irwin Mitchell has stepped up its preparations to become an alternative business structure with the appointment of former KPMG partner Mel Egglenton as a non-executive director and chair of the law firm’s audit committee.
Former RBSI and Zurich European boss Court resurfaces at Admiral
Admiral has appointed Annette Court as an independent non-executive director, subject to FSA approval.
Underinsured commercial properties on the rise
A growing number of property owners are under insuring their buildings, according to analysis by Cadogan Keelan Westall.
Charles Taylor appoints Dubai-based energy adjuster
Charles Taylor adjusting has recruited Robert Sands as energy adjuster in Dubai.
JLT Specialty launches risk practice division
Bosses at JLT Specialty have revealed that a heavier emphasis on specialisms combined with increased investment in both the London and regional markets will form the basis of the firm’s newly launched risk practice division.
Acquisition-hungry Beazley still in profit
Lloyd’s insurer Beazley reported a profit of $62.7m, down 75%, despite catastrophe losses and said it had a war chest of more than $400m to buy Hardy, other Lloyd’s businesses or European insurers struggling with solvency II.
6.7 magnitude quake hits Philippines
A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck the central Philippines yesterday, killing at least 40 people and causing damage to property in the region.
Tokio Marine hires ex-RSA construction underwriter
Tokio Marine Europe has appointed David Wainwright to lead a new construction practice for the company in the UK.
Flood forces Essex residents out of homes
Around 30 homes were evacuated in Essex after water started gushing from a drain this morning.
FSA boss: Insurers and brokers face 'twin peak' regulatory model from April
The Financial Services Authority will reach a "major milestone" in the regulatory reform programme on 2 April 2012, namely the introduction of a ‘twin peaks’ model operating within the FSA.
Amlin reports renewal rates up 4% in 2012
Amlin has written total income to date of £746.4m in 2012, net of brokerage - a 19.2% increase on the prior year.
Hodges reunites with former Aviva colleague Egan as Patrick quits Towergate
Towergate Insurance has appointed Scott Egan as group finance director.
Nat-cat losses cause mining capacity withdrawal
The capacity available to mining property damage & business interruption insurance programmes has reduced by 30% in the last year, according to a report by broker Willis Group.
Duke Street snaps up 'significant stake' in Parabis
Duke Street bosses have credited an “opportunity to invest in a fast growing, dynamic and fragmented sector” as reason behind its purchase of a “significant stake” in legal and claims management firm Parabis Group.
NIG appoints ex-Axa regional boss to round off recruitment drive
NIG has concluded its nationwide area business development manager recruitment drive with the capture of former Axa regional director Warren Bainbridge.
Greening’s proposals put the ‘cart before the horse’
John Spencer has reacted following comments made over the weekend about the personal injury system by Transport Secretary Justine Greening.
Energy business warned to learn from past losses
Energy businesses need to learn from past major loss events in order to reduce the risk of significant property damage losses, broker Marsh has warned.
Insurance 360 Research: High Net Worth Personal Lines Insight Report 2011
Based on comprehensive input from 212 British Isles HNW P/L broking professionals, the High Net Worth Personal Lines Insight Report 2011 details the front-line service performance of the broker market's ten most-used HNW P/L insurers and MGAs.
Insurance 360 Research: Financial & Professional Lines Insight Report 2011
Based on comprehensive input from over a 150 unique brokers of professional & financial risks, the Financial and Professional Insurers Insight Report 2011 delivers actionable insights on the 16 most used financial professional insurers.
Broker Network and Countywide name five new managers in sales push
Broker Network and Countrywide have announced a sales division recruitment drive following the appointments of five new sales managers.
Insurance 360 Research: Marine & Transport Insight Report 2011
Based on comprehensive input from 104 British Isles Marine & Transport broking professionals, the Marine & Transport Insurers Insight Report 2011 details the front-line service performance of the broker market's 13 most-used M&T insurers.
Insurance 360 Research: Business Insurers Insight Report 2012
With commercial pressures and tough business conditions putting the squeeze on insurance companies, the importance of the brand and customer service levels has never been more vital. The British Insurers Insight Report 2012 details the front-line service…
Specialist carriers come top in broker satisfaction survey
"Old guard will have to adapt": Peter Joy
Brit appoints hull specialist from QBE
Brit Insurance has appointed industry specialist Bob Clarkson to be its senior marine hull underwriter, working closely with Simon Stonehouse, Anthony Forsyth and John Higham.