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Comment - e-trading: the future of commercial
E-trading in the commercial market is on the way. Dawn Dillaway looks at why this innovation will be a game-changer for the sector and why the critics are wrong.
RSA targets HNW top spot after Oak deal
RSA is aiming to become the number one player in the high net worth market, following its acquisition of Oak Underwriting.
Overseas market - Saudi Arabia: full of Middle Eastern promise
With a fast-growing insurance sector, Saudi Arabia is a country on the move. Dexter Morse gives a detailed overview of market developments and potential.
Post history - 20 years ago: motor blamed for £220m NU downturn
Looking through Post’s back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from 20 years ago reveals.
View from the top: kill the costs monster
I'm delighted the government is backing Lord Jackson's suggested overhaul of civil litigation costs — but the champagne remains on ice.
Interview - Ash Bathia: building the profitability platform
QBE Europe kept competitors on their toes as it built the business and branched out. Underwriting boss Ash Bathia tells Mairi MacDonald where his sights are now set.
Career development & CSR: hospice charity target smashed as £250 000 raised in two years
Allianz Insurance has raised £250 000 for hospice care in less than two years, beating its self-imposed target.
Post history - five years ago: Churchill pulls out of sponsorship
Looking through Post’s back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from five years ago reveals.
Penny Black's insurance week
It is always nice when a familiar face reappears on the heady insurance circuit, so it was with some pleasure that Penny heard Zurich's former European CEO Annette Court is currently scouring the UK insurance market for her next big move.
Legal update - motor fraud: overcoming the obstacles
Recent court guidance should help liability insurers overcome some of the hurdles in the fight against motor fraud. Roger Mackle reviews recent cases that have helped clarify matters.
In series - first-party fraud: banging the drum
The industry is slowly changing public perceptions that insurance fraud is a victimless crime. Jane Bernstein looks at recent initiatives and asks what more the market can do in terms of prevention?
Broking supplement: Interview – David Flux: The lie of the land
Lured off of a tractor and into the family business with the promise of an extra £4-a-week, David Flux has worked his way to the top of the firm. He talks to Amy Ellis about life in the niche motor market.
Post history - 30 years ago: Sun Alliance makes return to Austria
Looking through Post’s back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from 30 years ago reveals.
Lawyers welcome joint RTA Portal funding proposals
Lawyers on both sides of the personal injury fence have welcomed proposals for the financial upkeep of the Ministry of Justice-supported road traffic accident portal to be shared.
Irish brokers wary of Quinn business model after takeover
Uncertainty remains over the business model of the former Quinn Insurance, following its takeover by Liberty Mutual and Anglo Irish Bank, according to Irish brokers.
Legal update - clinical negligence: substantial speculation
A recent future loss of earnings case saw the claimant awarded substantial damages for a business they had not even started. Clare Malpus reports on the insurer implications.
Career development & CSR: Harlequins stars tackle QBE questions
Staff at QBE's London office have been treated to some insight into teamwork and motivation from the stars of the rugby premiership.
Career development & CSR: finding & retaining the stars of the future
The global economy is still shaky, but showing signs of recovery. To manage to get through the recovery and lay the foundations for future success, organisations need the right talent in the right roles. That sounds like common sense, but more planning…
Post history - 50 years ago: new home for insurance trade bodies
Looking through Post’s back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from 50 years ago reveals.
ARM launches building valuation service
Aspen Risk Management has launched a free building valuation assessment service for its broker partners and clients.
Legal update - expert witness: the end of guns for hire?
A recent case has stripped expert witnesses of the immunity they have always enjoyed. Philip Tracey reports on the implications of this significant decision.
Claims - controlling costs: inventive intervention
With motor rate rises slowing down and bodily injury claims growing, Tim Roberts questions whether current innovation and investment is enough to get insurers back on an even keel.
People moves - 5 May 2011
A round-up of people moves and new appointments in the industry, as featured in the 5 May 2011 edition of Post.
Post magazine – 5 May 2011
The latest issue of Post magazine is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.