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Zurich to exit underperforming business
Zurich has unveiled a new set of priorities in a bid to improve profitability, which will include the sell-off of underperforming businesses.
Kiln and Tokio Marine Europe join forces
Kiln and Tokio Marine Europe have merged to form one insurer called Tokio Marine Kiln Group.
Russia round-up: The fall of Rossia
The long-running conflict over motor third party liability insurance between the Russian government and insurance companies initially rocked the industry boat - however, in general, the insurance market remained steady this quarter (though not without…
Russia round-up: The fall of Rossia
The long-running conflict over motor third party liability insurance between the Russian government and insurance companies initially rocked the industry boat - however, in general, the insurance market remained steady this quarter (though not without…
DLG issues advice to customers in face of weather warnings
Direct Line Group has issued advice to its customers following warnings of high winds and flood risks issued for various regions in the UK.
IFB names Riverstone claims manager as head of ops
The Insurance Fraud Bureau has recruited Riverstone Insurance’s claims intervention manager to serve as its new head of operations.
AA issues flood warning to car and home owners
The AA’s specialist severe weather team is being deployed in North Wales, Scotland and Eastern England coastal locations today as warnings of coastal flooding from the Environment Agency, Scottish Environment Protection Agency and Met Office escalate.
Ace appoints Keen as head of property for Asia
Global insurer Ace has appointed Jason Keen as the new head of property in Asia.
Hong Kong issues red travel alert over Bangkok
The Hong Kong government has issued a 'red' outbound travel alert on Bangkok, the second highest in a three-tier warning system.
Oval in exclusive talks over sale of financial sevices division
Oval has entered into a period of exclusivity with a national financial advisory firm with a view to concluding a sale of Oval Financial Services in early 2014.
Aviva’s David Mann appointed to Covéa role
Covéa Insurance has appointed Aviva’s David Mann as national broker development manager – a new role for the company.
Government to work with insurers on mesothelioma plan
The Government is to work with victims’ groups and insurers representing employers to explore new ways to improve the legal process for handling claims from victims of mesothelioma, according to the courts minister.
Ifed makes its 400th arrest
The Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department’s arrest tally has hit 400 after detectives detained an insurance fraudster suspect in Hampshire.
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.
Big data tipped to drive competitive differentiation
Over 90% of senior insurance executives believe big data will drive competitive differentiation in future.
Claims Portal accused of failing third party claims administrators
The Claims Portal is failing third-party administrators, self-insurance claims handler Gallagher Bassett has claimed.
Towergate confirms Footman James acquisition
Towergate Insurance has confirmed the completion of the Footman James acquisition.
Kiln and Tokio Marine Europe join forces
Kiln and Tokio Marine Europe have merged to form one insurer called Tokio Marine Kiln Group.
Endsleigh enhances its digital presence
Education insurance specialist Endsleigh has re-launched its digital offering in a bid to provide an optimised experience for mobile devices.
Higos to provide insurance to Hinkley Point contractors
Higos Insurance Services is launching bespoke insurance for any contractor involved in the building of the Hinkley Point nuclear power plant in Somerset.
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Government reveals details of insurance growth plan
The government has released the details of its insurance growth action plan, following months of talks with a variety of industry bodies.
Aviva and L&G join four life insurers in £25bn infrastructure pledge
Aviva and Legal and General are among the six insurers that have agreed to collectively invest £25bn in UK infrastructure over the next five years.
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