Analysis
RSA launches specialist cover designed for needs of haulage contractors
RSA has launched Freight Solutions, a specialist cover designed to meet the needs of road haulage co...
One of a kind
From software developers to online casinos, the technology sector offers ample opportunity to brokers that are prepared to look closely at the niche requirements of each company, writes Graeme Newman
Anglo Pacific Consultants launches restaurant and cafe product
Anglo Pacific Consultants (APC) has launched a restaurant and cafe product that also provides additi...
Broker programme looks to aid credit sector success
Credit insurance company Atradius has launched a service for the UK broking market. The Broker Inve...
The quick and the dead
Cover Networks
Alec Finch London MBO
Alec Finch London has been acquired in a management buyout. In addition, risk management subsidiary ...
Managing to learn
Peter Knowles gives the Chartered Insurance Institute's take on how managers of small brokers can improve their soft skills
Fraud detection ramps up a gear
The insurance industry's ongoing fight against the fraudsters received a fillip last month with a number of major scalps, reports Andrew Tjaardstra
Event insurance - The show must go on
Customers organising small and medium-sized events still lack knowledge when it comes to event insurance. The industry must put the message across to make clear what cover is available, writes Jane Bernstein
Management skills - Back to school
The industry skills shortage is well documented. Liz Booth looks at how broker managers might gain a degree in management to keep themselves ahead of the pack
Acquisition fever on Lime Street
Lloyd's brokers
Oval hints at IPO ambition in 2009
Phillip Hodson has revealed that Oval could press ahead with up to eight acquisitions this year, writes Andrew Tjaardstra
Daulby Read - Turning back the years
Daulby Read
Claims handling - Jail awaits for poor claims handling
James MacNish and David Gilinsky run their eyes over the major innovations of the new Unfair Trading Regulations, which have consumer protection at the heart of a greatly expanded regulatory remit
Flooding - ABI calls for flood budget rethink
The Association of British Insurers has hit out at government flood spending plans following the release of the Pitt review, writes Andrew Tjaardstra
Economic outlook - SMEs ignored despite downturn
Brokers' voices are not being heard by the government, writes Marcus Alcock
Online SME trade grows apace
Opinions as to whether the internet is a blessing or a curse for commercial brokers have been manifold but, until recently, the arguments were largely academic, writes Marcus Alcock
Basil Gillett - At your service
Director's Q&A
PI road accidents down
There were 4% fewer road accidents involving personal injuries last year, according to the latest De...
Happily ever after?
The story of imarket has been somewhat tumultuous but, as Martin Friel asks, can the system truly adapt itself to the insurance market and transform the opinion of those who need it the most?
Rich pickings
As a risk and evaluation adviser specialising in the high-net-worth sector, Martin Friel asks Andrew Cheney about his dealings with the 'weird and wonderful' world of the rich and famous
Fight the good fight
Schemes can be a heavy investment for brokers wanting to break into new markets but, as Richard Hersant explains, approaching the insurance market from a different angle will allow smaller firms to beat the odds
Scheme aims to address home-contents affordability
The Association of British Insurers (ABI) has teamed up with insurer RSA and broker Marsh in a bid t...
Design on the line
Brokers are being encouraged to build their online presence, as consumers are increasingly scanning the internet for their insurance needs. Martin Friel explains the basics of website design and the importance of improving functionality