Sport
Celebrity Endorsements: All that glitters
What happens when the actions of a company’s celebrity endorser bring a campaign to its knees?
Industry warned of potential class suit from rugby concussion claims
A predicted big "storm" of concussion injury claims from rugby union players has the potential to lead to a costly class action lawsuit, legal experts have warned.
Sportscover and Hamilton agree strategic deal
Lloyd's insurer Sportscover and Bermuda based property and casualty insurer Hamilton Group have concluded their strategic talks after agreeing a deal.
Bluefin hires ex Giles golf specialist as NI head of sport
Bluefin Insurance has appointed Alyn Spratt as head of sport for Northern Ireland.
Sportscover makes double senior underwriting appointment
Sportscover Europe has appointed Simon Bowring and Gary Pigot as senior underwriters based in London.
Comment: Tour de France: a risk perspective
With the Tour de France set to kick off in Yorkshire, what should insurers be aware of?
Sportscover and Haverford end sale talks
Acquisition talks between Sportscover and financial services company Haverford have ended with both parties expressing disappointment no deal was agreed.
Comment: Covering the cup on and off the pitch
From terrorist attacks to heatstroke, the insurance industry is covering a vast array of risks at the World Cup
The Big Debate: sports insurance
by Rachael Adams
Sports Insurance: A whole new ball game
A variety of new and increasing risks, ranging from terrorism to concussion, are changing the face of sports insurance. How is the industry adapting?
Beazley highlights lack of personal accident cover at Winter Olympics
Up to half of the 6000 athletes currently competing at the Winter Olympics in Sochi could be doing so without adequate personal accident insurance, according to Beazley.
Downhill ski, medals triumph and failure, world records and curling - a risky business?
Ahead of Sochi, Sportscover Europe business development director Paul Thomas looks at the insurance risks behind the 22nd Winter Olympic Games.
Ace recruits from Sportscover for UK & Ireland environment underwriter
Ace has recruited a former sports and leisure underwriter to bolster its environmental risk division.
Legal Update: Sports Injuries: NFL concussion payout should act as a warning to UK sports bodies and insurers
Emma Baldwin says claims for long-term injuries caused by sport could be on the rise.
Bluefin subsidiary partnership offers tailored diving products
Bluefin subsidiary Bishop Skinner Marine has partnered with the British Sub-Aqua Club to launch two insurance products tailored for the club’s members.
Hiscox unveils star footballer injury cover
Specialist insurer Hiscox has launched a product to protect football clubs against illness or injury to star players.
Bupa and UK Sport extend partnership deal
Bupa partnership with UK Sport is set to continue until March 2014.
Doodson Broking acquired by Integro
Manchester based Doodson Broking Group has been purchased by Integro. Terms of the acquisition have not been disclosed.
Bluefin unveils new sport director
Bluefin Insurance has appointed David Miller as director of Bluefin Sport for Scotland.
Interview: Katie Small: Carving a niche
As RK Harrison’s head of private wealth – and its first female board member – Katie Small is a big believer in specialist solutions. She tells Post about her journey to success and reveals her plans to grow her division
N&G cover wins British Rowing endorsement
Rowing cover provided by Navigators and General through Elite Rowing Insurance has been backed by the governing body for the sport of rowing, allowing the insurer to offer cover to British Rowing’s 550 clubs.
Aon expands NFL partnership
Aon is to expand its partnership with America’s National Football League.
Golf clubs face ‘worrying times’ following injury liability settlement
Niddry course avoids Supreme Court with golf injury settlement.
Golf injury liability settlement reached
Lawyers acting for a Scottish golf club and two players have reached a last minute settlement after a liability dispute looked set to reach the Supreme Court.