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Improved contractors' combined product unveiled by Arista
Arista Insurance has launched a revamped contractors’ combined product following analysis on how the commercial lines underwriting specialist’s previous offering could be improved.
R&Q appoints Aon's Matthews as MD for Gibraltar platform
Randall and Quilter has appointed Andrew Matthews as managing director of R&Q Insurance Management (Gibraltar) previously known as R&Q Caledonian.
Sirius launches Lloyd’s managing agency
Sirius International Insurance Corporation has obtained approval to run its Lloyd’s Syndicate 1945 through its own managing agency effective 1st July.
Direct Group signs five year home affinity deal with Shop Direct
Ryan Speciality Group business Direct Group has penned a five year home insurance affinity deal with multi-brand digital retailer Shop Direct.
Southern Rock becomes latest insurer to join IFB
Southern Rock Insurance Company has become the latest member of the Insurance Fraud Bureau.
LV most recommended insurer by consumers
LV is the most recommended insurer in the UK, according to research conducted by You Gov.
Dwindling volumes contribute to lack of optimism in GI
General insurers have bucked the trend of growing optimism across the financial services industry, according to the latest CBI/PWC survey.
Helios agrees new reinsurance deals to free-up capital
Lloyd's-focused investment and underwriting outfit Helios Underwriting has secured several new collateralised reinsurance deals.
Brokers' knowledge of latent defects insurance growing
One third of commercial insurance brokers are concerned about income protection for tenants in a development in the event of a building defect arising, a BLP Insurance survey has found.
Allianz appoints Wilson global head of energy claims
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty has appointed David Wilson as global head of energy claims based in London.
Competition leads reinsurers to drop terrorism exclusion clauses
Heightened competition for reinsurance renewal has resulted in reinsurers withdrawing the terrorism exclusion clauses that were introduced after the September 11 attacks.
Sportscover and Haverford end sale talks
Acquisition talks between Sportscover and financial services company Haverford have ended with both parties expressing disappointment no deal was agreed.
Rogue CMCs face thousands of pounds in fines
Rogue claims firms who bombard people with nuisance calls could face large fines under plans announced by Justice Minister Lord Faulks QC.
Industry and government to meet on sharing society insurance solution
Insurance industry representatives are to meet with government and asset-sharing companies next month to discuss insurance solutions for people who share their homes and vehicles.
Chase Templeton promotes two as acquisition drive continues
Chase Templeton finance director Jeff Tate has taken on the new role of mergers and acquisitions director.
Partnerships predicted for home telematics offerings
Insurers are likely to enter into partnerships when considering home telematics solutions due to the cost of devices and the likely benefits from shared data, industry experts have claimed.
Ongoing education in the marine liability market
By Nick Sansom, head of professional development, and Charles Taylor, manager of the Standard Club
FCA boss Wheatley defers bonus over life investigation blunder
Financial Conduct Authority chief executive Martin Wheatley and eight senior colleagues have decided to defer their annual bonus following the regulator’s blunder in announcing a life insurance investigation that sent share prices tumbling.
Markel to underwrite US trade credit from New York office
Markel Corporation will underwrite trade credit insurance in the United States from its New York office as of next month.
HKFI launches Hong Kong Insurance Awards
The Hong Kong Federation of Insurers has launched the Hong Kong Insurance Awards with Post as the international media partner.
RSA CEO Hester breaks silence on new UK boss Steve Lewis
RSA group chief executive Stephen Hester has proclaimed Steve Lewis will provide the "strong leadership, energy and commitment to make the changes that will ensure the future success of our UK and Western Europe businesses".
Brands can 'bring trust' to law firm joint ventures
Alternative business structures are granting clients access to a wider range of legal services, despite the ongoing controversy surrounding the models, according to Parabis Group commercial director Tim Roberts.
Lewis tipped to lead long-term transformation of RSA's UK business
Brokers and analysts have welcomed former Zurich UK general insurance chief executive Steve Lewis' move to RSA, with expectations he will make a "big difference" at the insurer.
Affinity partners focus too much on the pre-nup, says John Lewis boss
Too many affinity deals are based on financial objectives, rather than shared values, according to John Lewis’ financial services director John Brady.