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Agenda: Hopes for the New Year
Ten years have passed since the dawn of the new millennium. The predictions of economic meltdown because of the millennium bug were false but we have seen crises that have had enormous impact on the global economy: 9/11, the crash of the dot-com bubble…
News Analysis - Broker growth: A step up before the cuts
In the last three months, the financial sector grew at its fastest since June 2007 according to research from PricewaterhouseCoopers and the CBI, which was good news for brokers.
Marsh announces aggressive network growth ambition
Marsh has claimed its network division will be a top three player by 2013 despite the departure of ProBroker head, Bruce Fertnig, and market rumours of limited insurer appetite.
Banks put loan pressure on commercial clients with preferred broker constraints
The broking community has accused banks of abusing their position by placing increasing and aggressive pressure on small commercial clients to use their preferred insurance intermediaries.
Former HSBC brokers join Northern Counties
Northern Counties Insurance has hired Susan Elliott and Alison Melrose as corporate client executives.
Capita buys insurance scheme provider National Dental Plan
The Capita Group has acquired the National Dental Plan (NDP) group of companies for a cash consideration of £30m on a cash-free, debt-free basis.
ABI appoints new investment committee chairman
Alain Dromer, chief executive of Aviva Investors, is to become the next Investment Committee Chairman of the Association of British Insurers (ABI).
Junction reveals "ambitious" growth plans
Junction said it aimed to more than double compound sales in next three years.
HDI-Gerling announces opening of regional hubs
HDI-Gerling Industrial Insurance Company UK has announced the formation of two new business divisions together with the creation of a new regional structure.
Marsh boosts leadership team following HSBC Insurance Brokers acquisition
Following completion of its acquisition of HSBC Insurance Brokers (HIB) on 1 April, Marsh is adding to its UK national corporate leadership team to drive growth across the combined operation.
THB expands London Market team
THB’s specialist Lloyd’s broking arm, Thompson Heath & Bond, has expanded its THB London Market team.
Lonmar raids HSBC Insurance Brokers for A&H chiefs
Lonmar Global Risks, the Lloyd’s and international insurance broker has announced that David Gray and Simon Henderson will be joining the company to lead the accident and health (A&H) division.
News review: March
MMA outlined 'phase two' of its commercial roll out with the establishment of three new regional trading centres.
Agenda: Selling up and cashing in
Something is happening in the UK private insurance market. Of the top 20 insurers in 2008, more than a third - seven - have been sold or are up for sale. This could either be good or bad news.
Marsh completes purchase of HSBC Insurance Brokers
Marsh has completed its previously agreed acquisition of HSBC Insurance Brokers (HIB), a wholly owned subsidiary of HSBC Bank, in the UK and other key markets in Asia and the Middle East
Towergate raids HSBC for new managing director
Caravan and park homes broker Towergate Bakers has announced the appointment of Simon Townsend as its managing director.
Keychoice Underwriting takes first steps towards market launch
Keychoice Underwriting has unveiled its senior management team in the run up to its official launch later this year
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Polly has always appreciated Sheilas' Wheels' love of all things pink and was intrigued when she was invited to the Haymarket Hotel to hear its "secret" announcement.
News review: January
Towergate Underwriting (TU) outlined plans to grow the business through the launch of a network of regional underwriting centres. The move was a precursor to taking the model to an international market. Chief executive Clive Nathan confirmed TU's first…
Aon raids competitors for aviation team
Aon has made six new appointments to its general aviation team, specialising in industrial aid and commercial aircraft.
BGL hires HSBC underwriter to manage brand development
BGL Group has appointed Nik Hobson as a senior manager for panel development
Marsh deal threatens jobs
Redundancies will not be revealed until end of Q1
Marsh to buy HSBC Insurance Brokers
Marsh has also entered into a preferred strategic partnership with HSBC
Aviva creates new marketing role
Gary Price promoted to the director role after his part in the rebrand