Networks
Broker networks called into question after Aviva ends Willis relationship
Willis Networks’ remaining insurer partners have pledged support for the business despite broker concerns that insurers will exit network relationships as part of their pursuit of profitable commercial lines business, after it was confirmed it will sever…
Aviva: We are not anti-network
Aviva is confident it will not lose out on any relationships with individual brokers after it breaks ties with Willis Networks, according to the insurer's director of broker distribution, Phil Bayles.
Willis Networks and Aviva confirm panel split
Willis and Aviva have mutually agreed that Aviva’s participation as an insurer panel member for Willis Networks will not be renewed upon expiry of the current agreement on 31 December.
One Answer Network snaps up Broker Drive
One Answer Network has acquired Broker Drive, in a deal which will see the network increase its membership base to well over 200.
Marsh strengthens UK networks operations
Marsh has announced three appointments in the insurance placement team of its UK networks, which focuses on developing products and services for members of its networks.
Giles adds five brokers to network arm
Five brokers have joined Ink Underwriting's new network proposition, Compass Broker Services, so far this month.
European View from the Top: Meeting the challenge
Independent brokers need to address many challenges in a global environment, says Jose Manuel Dias da Fonseca.
Mass chairman responds to Dispatches motor insurer claims
Motor Accident Solicitors Society chairman Craig Budsworth has suggested that the Competition Commission looks into whether insurers are authorising motor repairs to be done to unequal standards depending on whether they are at fault or not.
View from the Top: Premature death notice for networks
Contrary to popular belief, broker networks are thriving domestically and internationally, says Brendan McManus.
Jelf to set up managing general agency as it pays maiden dividend
Jelf is to set up a managing general agency offering products to members of its Purple network as the company plans its first acquisitions in five years.
View from the Top: Difficult break-ups
Expect more insurers to terminate relationships with partners that yield insufficient returns, says Karen Hogg.
Broking network Ten Insurance signs up two new members
Independent commercial brokers network Ten Insurance has signed up two new members in the form of Professional Indemnity and Pure Risks.
Can Germany's local brokers serve global firms?
After calls for the German insurance market to open up to the international market, Francesca Nyman asks whether it could really support new business from this quarter.
BrokersLink offers supply chain risk advice
International broker network BrokersLink has launched a supply chain risk management service for its members.
APC brings in northern development boss
Commercial insurance underwriting agency APC has appointed former Singers Asset Finance development manager Neil Jenkinson to fulfil a similar role in the firm's northern operation.
Autonet welcomes new motor dealer to affiliate network
Van insurance broker Autonet has unveiled a new affiliate partner collaboration in a deal that will see Perrys Group join the firm's networking scheme.
Willis attracts 12 new network members
Willis has attracted 12 new members to its UK broker networks.
Giles to launch new network next month
Giles is gearing up to launch a new network proposition for brokers, which will be headed up by Cobra's former network and London market managing director John Lincoln.
Houghton joins JM Glendinning
Nick Houghton, who stepped down as managing director of Broker Network last week, has joined Broker Network member JM Glendinning as MD.
Towergate confirms departure of Broker Network MD Houghton
Towergate has this morning confirmed Broker Network and Countrywide managing director Nick Houghton has resigned after revealing his intention to run an independent broking business.
Cash settlements: Morally wrong?
The morality of cash payments to tradesmen came to the fore again last month, but what does it mean for the insurance industry? MA Assist's Paul Hayman talks to Post.
Rural targets the south amid plans to double in size
Specialist agricultural insurer Rural Insurance has laid out plans to double in size within three years.
Market moves: Insurance takes the initiative
Last week saw the recruitment initiative wrestled back from the broking sector, with the majority of hires coming from within the insurer space. Headline appointments in that sphere came thick and fast in the form of a changing of the guard at Catlin…
Tempo directors eye capacity providers and team hires following launch
The directors behind the launch of multi-line MGA – Tempo Underwriting – are hoping to forge a strong relationship with the broking fraternity after outlining their criteria for imminent team hires.