Articles by Larry Ferguson
Broking success: All I want for Christmas…
Organic growth and careful acquisitions are helping Bennett Christmas hit its three-year target, explains the Sussex-based broker’s CEO Mark Bennett
Allianz writes 23% more policies
SME director David Martin says the provider received 40% more inquiries as well in February.
Biba chairman Lord Hunt: Majority of brokers want to stay in EU
The peer says a vote to leave would be "jumping into the abyss".
Cooke & Mason MD welcomes takeover by PIB
David Charles says his brokerage is eyeing growth across the business.
QBE Europe CEO notes increasing broker demands on commission
Richard Pryce also cites "toughest market conditions".
ABI's Huw Evans says UK benefits from EU membership
Director general notes the UK sells £21bn more in insurance and long-term saving products to the EU than it sells to us.
Allianz CEO Jon Dye not worried by COR above 100%
Dye says Allianz group position is UK is better off in Europe.
Allianz UK profit drops 71% to £41.3m for 2015
Insurer says 2015 had "sting in the tail" as December storms cost the firm £93m.
Circle Group buys Creative Risk Solutions
Negotiations and talks taking place on other possible acquisitions says Circle chairman Tony Norcott.
Accelerate Underwriting targets £50m GWP in six years
The MGA was officially launched on Friday and will focus on niche and specialist areas.
New IFED chief aims to continue "good work" of predecessors
DCI Oliver Little says extra resources will help the fight against fraud.
Gallagher wins injunction to protect confidential information
Broker granted measure in proceedings brought against Portsoken Ltd and other defendants.
Biba announces new PI facility for members
The facility is underwritten and managed by Manchester Underwriting Management in association with MGB Insurance Brokers.
Judge to decide on injunction today in Gallagher v Portsoken
The third day of the hearing to take place at the Royal Courts of Justice.
Aon seeks ARs to expand SME broker distribution channel for affinity
Broker is inviting entrepreneurs to partner with the firm as appointed representatives.
Allianz Commercial unveils proposition for print and publishing
Media proposition will provide cover and services for premiums between £5,000 and £100,000.
PIB set to swoop for Fish Insurance as first acquisition
Company specialises in insurance products for people with pre-existing medical conditions, mobility issues and disabilities.
Concordia launches Broker Protect
MGA says product is specifically designed for brokers and covers employment-related risks.
Tim Rolfe to leave Canopius at the end of March
Rolfe has held the retail CEO position for more than five years.
Pen Underwriting enhances delegated commercial business
Key areas to undergo improvement include compliance and governance and technical support.
Video: Stuart Rootham
Howden's Stuart Rootham reveals why he chose insurance broking instead of banking.
O'Roarke: Horwich Farrelly is something "completely different"
LV managing director says he will miss the "buzz and energy" at the insurer.