Networks
Willis Network bullish despite Aviva withdrawal
Willis Network has shrugged off its split with Aviva, insisting that it chose not to strike a deal with Aviva to extend its relationship beyond December 2013.
Aviva splits with Willis Networks
Aviva will not be renewing its participation as an insurer panel member for Willis Networks as of 31 December 2013.
Westinsure considers appeal after VAT ruling
Westinsure MD Norrie Erwin insisted that the broker network is now "considering an appeal" following a tax tribunal decision that networks must charge full UK VAT at 20%.
Purple unveils UK General as panel member
Purple Partnership has unveiled UK General as a new panel member, Insurance Age can reveal.
Market moves: Networks in the news
There was a lot to admire in the broker-related market moves last month. Networks decided en masse to grab their share of the limelight. Having delivered a quiet quarter or so they certainly achieved it by bursting back into life with one appointment in…
Bluefin CEO "bullish" about acquisitions despite 2012 blank
Bluefin Insurance CEO Stuart Reid has insisted he is "bullish" about the broker's 2013 acquisition prospects despite drawing a blank last year.
Bluefin shrugs off Wentworth storm to post rising profit and EBITDA
Bluefin Insurance shrugged off the reported loss of business to broker Wentworth Alexander to record post-tax profit and EBITDA rises for 2012.
1 Answer Network buys BrokerDrive
1 Answer Network has boosted its "strength in numbers" after buying online broker network BrokerDrive.
Marsh ProBroker membership goes up by three
Marsh ProBroker has added three new members since the beginning of 2013, including one ex-Cobra Network member.
Marsh expands networks division with trio of appointments
Marsh has made three additions to its UK networks operation.
Giles’ Compass Broker Services adds five members
Compass Broker Services has confirmed that it added five new broker members in February.
Towergate names former Barclays boss Duggan as network CEO
Towergate Insurance has unveiled former Barclays boss Gary Duggan as CEO network division, encompassing Broker Network and Countrywide.
TEn adds Sykes as training manager in chartered push
TEn Insurance has appointed Paul Sykes as training manager as part of its drive towards chartered status.
Brokerbility expands in North West
Brokerbility has added Cheshire based R K Henshall & Co to its list of members.
Openwork ties up with Paymentshield
Openwork, a mortgage and financial advisory network, has signed a five year agreement with Paymentshield for general insurance.
Cobra boosts regional network team
Cobra has appointed four new account managers across the UK.
Former Cobra duo in Ink Underwriting broker launch
Former Cobra men John Lincoln and Dave Truman are working alongside Westinsure MD Norrie Erwin to head up Ink Underwriting's new broker proposition.
Reportage: Merry Christmas?
It’s been a busy and a tough year for many brokers, but the industry has risen to the challenges and is ready to face big changes on the horizon for next year. Edward Murray reports
TEn reaches 75 members with two new additions
TEn Insurance has signed up two new members to its broker network to bring its total to 75.
CASS changes boost broker interest in Bluefin network
Bluefin Insurance Group has added five new brokers to its broker network, Bluefin Partnership Services (BPS).
Features list: Insurance Age 2013
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1 Answer Network launches commercial lines IT platform
1 Answer Network has launched a new IT platform for commercial lines as it bids to remove the "mystique" that surrounds writing commercial business.
Keychoice in new taxi cover deal
Keychoice has partnered with TFP Schemes to provide its membership with cover for all taxi risks.
FSJ adds another Cobra man in recruitment drive
FSJ Broking has added to its broking team with four appointments, including a third ex-Cobra employee.