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Dutch non-life market “stable” says Fitch
Non-life insurers in the Netherlands face a stable environment in 2014, in spite of continued pressure on the health market.
Fitch Ratings expects further Malaysia market consolidation
In an outlook report, Fitch Ratings believes the requirement for composite insurers to segregate operations into life and general insurance units could mean further consolidation in the market.
HKFI raises doubts on Hong Kong government health scheme
The Hong Kong Federation of Insurers has hailed the progress made by private medical insurance in Hong Kong and says it has doubts over the effectiveness of the proposed Health Protection Scheme.
UK leads Europe for PI cover
The UK has the largest market for professional indemnity insurance in Europe according to research by Finaccord.
L&G GI head Diane Buckley to leave insurer
Legal & General's general insurance managing director Diane Buckley, pictured, is to leave the business amid a company restructure.
Liberty Mutual wholesale manager Goodearl joins XL
XL Group has appointed Lewis Goodearl as chief underwriting officer UK property and casualty for its Lloyd’s business.
Open GI appoints insurer relations exec
Open GI has grown its insurer relations team with the appointment of Siân Nicholls as insurer relations executive.
TSC to unveil report to government’s whiplash response
The Transport Select Committee has agreed to publish its Eleventh Special Report of Session 2013-14 on 12 December.
Penny Black's Insurance Week - 12 December 2013
Arriving late for last week’s All Party Parliamentary Group on Insurance and Financial Services, Financial Conduct Authority boss Martin Wheatley found his own words had been used against him.
Penny Speed meets... Elke Vagendene, AGCS head of product Development Financial Lines
Being an insatiable socialite, Penny Black is always eager to probe the personalities behind the professional veneer of her industry friends. What better way to squeeze in and share as many intimate revelations as possible than her very own ‘speed…
Career development: CII welcomes government apprenticeships announcement
The Chartered Insurance Institute has welcomed the Treasury's announcement of its gateway project to help people find apprenticeships and graduate training places within insurance.
Career file: Amlin UK's CEO to retire in 2014
Amlin UK's chief executive Brian Carpenter will be retiring in 2014.
Review of the Year: Legal: A year of change
2013 was a huge year for the legal sector, with both positive and negative changes coming thick and fast. How have key figures in the industry reacted to such a period of change?
Aviva promotes Fraser Edmond as Hudson’s successor
Aviva has promoted Fraser Edmond to replace Sam Hudson as broker performance director, the insurer has confirmed.
LMA power group opens up to companies market
The Lloyd’s Market Association will open up members of its newly-formed power generation panel to the companies insurance market.
International: Europe: Weathering the storm
In the wake of devastation caused by typhoon Haiyan in the Phillippines, what is the future for insurance in disaster-prone regions?
Interview: Ray Vincent: A decade and counting
Celebrating 10 years since his firm was born out of the ashes of disaster, Transactor founder Ray Vincent explains why increasing headcount, the mainstream market and London managing general agents will feature in the future of the brand.
Aon Risk Solutions' Barclay to take over Rural reins from Stevens
Rural Insurance has appointed Aon Risk Solutions' Ian Barclay to replace Simon Stevens as managing director of the agricultural insurer.
C-Suite: The spotlight keeps shining
The industry must keep doing the right thing for consumers under the glare of government, says Paul Geddes, chief executive, Direct line Group.
Esure looks to Spain as Dancausa joins board
Esure Group has appointed Maria Dolores Dancausa as an independent non-executive director.
Skuld CEO upbeat following Q3 growth in contingency reserves
Skuld has chalked up a third quarter $32.8m (£20m) rise in its premium income alongside an increase of $50.7m in its contingency reserves on Q3 last year.
Departing Lloyd's CEO Ward named chairman of Brit
Lloyd’s chief executive Richard Ward will take up the position of chairman at Brit Insurance Holdings once he steps down from his current role at the end of the year.
Axa enhances its management liability product
Axa has extended the cover offered through its management liability product and added a 24 hour risk management service for clients.
Insurance think tank head to step down
The Geneva Association's Secretary General, John Fitzpatrick, has informed the board he will not stand for reelection at its General Assembly in May 2014.