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Arag posts 60% profit leap in run-up to Das UK integration
Legal expenses insurer Arag grew profit and turnover in 2023 as it readied itself for the takeover of Das UK.
Brokers push for more from RSA/NIG
Brokers have given a mixed report on communication levels around the RSA and NIG deal but with the process kicking forwards today have expressed the hope the takeover will make more products available.
Rebrand of LV Broker to Allianz goes live
Allianz has completed the rebrand of personal lines insurer LV Broker and revealed the appointment of Carolyn Rich to the newly created post of director of brand.
Konsileo launches academy and grows peer-to-peer learning
Konsileo has launched Konsileo Academy with four content pillars and expanded its peer-to-peer learning.
Biba Conference 2024 countdown: Fenchurch Law’s Alex Rosenfield
Alex Rosenfield, associate partner at Fenchurch Law, is looking forward to reacquainting with Rio Ferdinand and is offering delegates an ‘outstanding shoe-shining’.
Aviva’s David Martin on the art of the possible
After making a “substantive step change”, Aviva knows there is more to do, and will be meeting with brokers at the British Insurance Brokers’ Association’s conference to work together on what comes next, according to managing director of UKGI distribution & SME David Martin.
Motor still in spotlight as FOS confirms half-year GI complaints rise
The Financial Ombudsman Service has again flagged car and motorcycle insurance complaints as it calculated an 18% rise in general insurance cases.
Ex-Towergate leader Simon Trott joins travel specialist Ancile
Travel insurance broker Ancile Insurance Group has appointed former Towergate Direct boss Simon Trott as CEO.
ABI among trade bodies slamming FCA proposals to name firms under investigation
The Association of British Insurers and the London & International Insurance Brokers’ Association are part of a group of 16 trade bodies that have signed a letter to the Chancellor asking for help to push back against the Financial Conduct Authority’s proposals to be able to name firms at the start of an investigation.
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Deal volume up but M&A value down in 2023, says MarshBerry
The value of UK insurance distribution deals fell to £3.9bn in 2023, down 8% on the year before, despite M&A volume returning to record levels, according to MarshBerry.
Ian Lloyd on growing Iprism and delivering for brokers as Biba’s new partner
Ian Lloyd, CEO of Iprism, has promised brokers consistency and standout service, having signed up to be the British Insurance Brokers’ Association’s high-value home insurance scheme provider.
Broking Success: Embracing technology
Mark Thomas, founder of Compare Insurance, is looking to harness the power of technology even further to continue the pace of 60% growth the business achieved last year.
Interview: Henry Topham, Allianz
As Allianz rebrands its digital motor insurance product Flow, Insurance Age caught up with managing director of UK retail Henry Topham to hear about his route into insurance and what benefits brokers get from the provider’s omni-channel approach.
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