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Allianz names new loss adjuster panel following FCA review
Allianz has announced its new panel of loss adjusters following a thorough tender process.
GRP's property owners MGA secures HDI Gerling-led capacity deal
Global Risk Partners’ property owners managing general agent European Property Underwriting has secured a capacity arrangement led by HDI Gerling, with major co/reinsurance input from Liberty Mutual Insurance and Swiss Re Corporate Solutions.
Climate Wise CEOs call for more action to slow climate change
The leaders of 15 Climate Wise members have written to the governor of the Bank of England Mark Carney and the Prudential Regulation Authority for more collective action to reduce the risk of climate change impacting society and, ultimately, the…
SMEs' concerns over competition increasing, Zurich research finds
Small and medium-sized enterprises globally are increasingly concerned about the impact of competition on margins and a lack of consumer demand, according to Zurich's third annual global SME survey.
Europe: Insurers see opportunities in Chinese volatility
Insurers are confident they see opportunities arising from the recent Chinese stock market volatility, despite AM Best warning it could make it even harder to find good returns.
Vincenz takes up post as Helvetia chairman
Pierin Vincenz has today (1 October) taken up the role of chairman of the board of directors at Helvetia group.
Impact Forum: Insurers need to reclaim the aviation market
Insurers need to regain control of the aviation market before it is too late, according to Olivier Marre, senior vice-president of aviation at Allied World.
IT staff unconvinced on need to invest on cyber insurance
Nearly half of IT professionals polled by a software firm thought there was “insufficient need” to invest in cyber insurance.
Post magazine - 1 October 2015
The latest issue of Post magazine is now available for Post subscribers. Download the latest Post iOS app edition on the App Store or read the Post digital edition online.
Ageas keeps ties with Volkswagen after emissions scandal
The Volkswagen emissions scandal is to have no impact on its partnership with Ageas, the insurer has confirmed.
Hastings to float with negative tangible equity, research house claims
Research firm Macquarie has predicted that the upcoming Hastings initial public offering will raise £180m for the company, but it will begin its life on the stock market with negative tangible equity.
TIFG to provide specialist insurance for Ski Club of Great Britain
The Ski Club of Great Britain has appointed Travel Insurance Facilities Group to launch a new suite of bespoke travel insurance products for the ski and snowboarding markets.
Quindell posts £35.5.m loss for H1
Quindell has posted a pre-tax loss of £35.5m for the six-month period ending 30 June 2015, compared to a loss of £25.6m in the same period in 2014.
Insurance results drives Saga performance
The motor and home insurance businesses at Saga have contributed to a strong groupwide performance in the six-month period ending 31 July 2015.
Ageas eyes Indonesia after Hong Kong sale
Ageas CEO Bart de Smet has said the insurer is interested in expanding in Asia's less developed markets.
Interview: Richard Bishop: Complex and compliant
Cobalt Underwriting founder Richard Bishop talks to Post about why he launched London’s first Islamic insurance managing general agent – and why London needs to stay relevant.
Trade Voice: Taking cover is a must
Compulsory public liability insurance will improve safety standards while helping protect companies.
Editor's Comment: Time to shout louder
With the party conference season in full swing, insurers are hopeful that less government intervention, lower costs of regulation and a halt on the proposed insurance premium tax hike are areas the Conservative government might consider in its latest…
In Series: Liability and Collaboration: No more Mr Nice Guy
After years of running battles, the focus on fraud prevention has moved to the employer’s liability sector, with the industry keener than ever to show it is not a soft touch.
Calais Disruption: Heavy loads for hauliers
The recent migrant disruption at Calais has hit the haulage industry in the pocket. How do affected companies go about ensuring they are adequately compensated for their losses?
Penny Black's Insurance Week - 1 October 2015
Penny finds some things dreadfully predictable, including the way the English do things ‘a bit differently’.
Revised rehab code addresses loophole after ‘challenging' consultation
Those involved in putting the updated rehabilitation code together have conceded it was a "challenging" process to satisfy all parties ahead of the code becoming operational in December.
Warren Buffet reduces Munich Re shareholding
US investor Warren Buffet has reduced his shareholding in Munich Re, the German-based firm has said.
SRA urged by insurers to be tougher on solicitors facilitating fraud
High level talks between the Solicitors Regulation Authority and insurers are being arranged amid criticism of the legal watchdog’s ability and appetite to effectively regulate claimant solicitors suspected to be facilitating fraud.