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Markel moves to single tech platform
Markel has streamlined its business processes by replacing several back office systems with a single business platform.
Aon signs new £15m a year sponsorship deal with Manchester United
Aon has signed a new sponsorship deal with Manchester United that will see the name of the club’s Carrington training ground changed to the Aon Training Complex.
Quindell earnings leap 350% in Q1 ahead of restructure
Quindell has reported adjusted Ebitda in excess of £25m for the quarter ended 31 March 2013.
Newcastle United star becomes latest footballer caught driving without insurance
Newcastle United player Hatem Ben Arfa has been disqualified from driving after pleading guilty to motoring offences, including driving without insurance.
Fitch worried over subordinated debt in China
Ratings agency Fitch is worried about a move by the Chinese regulator to allow insurers to issue more subordinated debt to increase capital.
Bird flu cases rise to 21 as China takes more action
The number of bird flu cases has risen to 21 with six deaths, as China cracks down on the movement of live poultry and disinfects schools in Shanghai.
Head of Gibraltar's FSC departs
Marcus Killick, chief executive officer of Gibraltar’s Financial Services Commission has resigned from his position to pursue a career in the private sector.
Zurich confirms dividend and re-elects Maechler
The Ordinary General Meeting of Zurich Insurance Group yesterday approved an unchanged dividend of CHF 17.00 per registered share, resulting in a payout ratio of net income of 70%.
Eiopa unveils complaints handling guidelines for brokers
The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority today launched a public consultation on guidelines regarding complaints-handling by insurance intermediaries.
Trio of apprentices taken on by One Answer Network
One Answer Network will take on three extra apprentices as part of a campaign designed to inspire the next generation of insurance brokers.
New Act to bring 'peace of mind' for consumers
The Consumer Insurance Act will give “added peace of mind” to customers who will “not be declined if they unknowingly fail to disclose information to their insurer” when buying insurance products, according to the Association of British Insurers.
Davies and GAB Robins – a tale of two loss adjusters: The Claims Club monthly missive
It was somewhat inevitable that two claims firms inextricably linked by the tittle-tattle in the loss adjusting village should make important announcements that will shape their futures.
Ackermann re-elected as Zurich chairman
Zurich’s board of directors has moved to re-elect Josef Ackermann as its chairman, alongside vice-chairman Tom De Swaan.
Building collapse in India kills over 60
74 people died and over 60 have been injured following the collapse of an unfinished building in Thane, a suburb of Mumbai.
Deakin faced with "irresistible" offer from Gallagher
Arthur J Gallagher International's relationship-building abilities in the UK insurance market are set to be given a boost by the appointment of Aviva's intermediary & partnerships director Janice Deakin to the new role of UK commercial director.
Post Intelligence - company profile: RSA
Produced by Post Intelligence in association with Brook Intelligence, this comprehensive company report highlights RSA’s strategy and performance in 2012.
Claims boss disputes international focus as prime driver for legal panel consideration
The relationship between individual legal advisors and insurer claims teams is more important than selecting one of the ‘big four’ firms for a panel spot on the basis of their global reach alone.
Post Intelligence - company profile: Axa
Produced by Post Intelligence in association with Brook Intelligence, this comprehensive company report highlights Axa SA’s operations and performance in 2012
Post Intelligence - company profile: Aviva
Produced by Post Intelligence, this comprehensive analyst report highlights Aviva’s performance and strategy.
Janice Deakin joins Arthur J Gallagher
Arthur J Gallagher International has appointed Janice Deakin to the new role of UK commercial director.
In Series - Personal Lines: All change
As the applications of data sources increase and improve, it pays for personal lines insurers to learn how to adapt.
Increased shareholder scrutiny puts spotlight on insurance CEO pay
Insurers are more cautious and keen to be transparent over executive remuneration after last year’s ‘shareholder spring’, according to analysts, with recommendations for boss’s pay packets swelling in the past 12 months.
Law firms urged to go global to secure place on London market insurer panels
Law firms must improve their international focus if they are to earn a position on London market insurers’ panels, as claims bosses plan reviews of their legal partners.
Leader: Beyond a joke
“It is understood European decision makers are poised to broaden the scope of the Gender Directive – which has also impacted the setting of premiums in the life and annuities markets – to cover cats and dogs.”