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The quiet revolution
Forward-thinking companies are exploiting new technology platforms — such as the Iphone — but are insurers aware of these opportunities and what are they doing to embrace them, asks Tim Tribe.
Consolidation saved brokers from bankruptcy - KPMG
Consolidation in the market has saved brokers from bankruptcy, but the recession is far from over, says a senior restructuring expert at KPMG.
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Novae Re makes key appointment
New reinsurance operation staffs up before 1 January launch
Catlin announces board shake-up
Guy Beringer joins board with non-executive chairman Michael Hepher poised to retire
Treasury looks into firms considered "too important to fail"
The Treasury Committee will seek evidence on the extent to which the structure of the current financial system should be reformed, and certain activities regulated, on the grounds of systemic risk.
MPPI sales figures double in three months for GI provider
Select & Protect mortgage payment protection insurance sales figures have doubled since its launch in July this year.
Twitter rising in importance for insurance complaints, claims survey
ICS also found those who are adept at monitoring customer satisfaction online are better placed to put things right.
Ward calls for Lloyd's Exchange commitment
Lloyd's CEO urges managing agents to stick to reform agenda
Arch appoints UK retail property manager
Arch Insurance Europe has appointed former Travelers senior underwriter Alex Mitchell to the property underwriting team as UK retail property manager.
Ace promotes Furgueson
Ace appoints Michael Furgueson as president of the multinational client group for international property and casualty, Ace Overseas General.
Esure chairman Peter Wood seeks buyout
Mr Wood is attempting to buy out his Esure motor insurance business from Lloyds Banking Group.
Novae merges operations to improve ROE
UK business rolled into Lloyd's operation
Five more AIG executives in pay disputes
Five senior AIG executives have said they may well resign over pay, it has been reported.
Whittington strengthens management team in Asia
James Kim has been appointed as Whittington Asia Pacific country manager in Hong Kong.
Liberty expands PI offering
LIU Europe targets larger UK-based risks
Court sanctions Chevanstell’s Arran Insurance transfer
High Court gives green light to Randall & Quilter scheme