Articles by Liz McMahon
Chinese software firm opens first UK office
Zurich and Shanghai-based eBaoTech has launched a presence in the UK with the opening of an office in Birmingham where it hopes to create 15 new jobs
Blackham returns to the industry after two year absence
Chris Blackham has returned to the insurance industry, joining the board of Howden Insurance Brokers as a non-executive director.
Survey shows insurers are delivering on motor claims
A motor claims survey, conducted amongst customers of 15 of the UK’s leading motor insurers, found that 87% were satisfied with the service received during their claim
Money Expert names Autonet as preferred provider
Autonet Insurance Group has teamed up with Money Expert to provide van insurance solutions to its users
FSA bumps up annual funding requirement
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has announced its proposed annual funding requirement for 2010/11 which requires an increase of 9.9% in overall funding.
Questgates snaps up Teceris division
QuestGates has acquired the liability division of Teceris Corporate and Complex Adjusting, which is part of the Capita Group.
Catlin's results reveal regional boost
Catlin Group has announced its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2009 which included a record profit before tax of $603m (£402m)(2008:$13m)
Towergate makes series of promotions within TRS broking
Towergate Risk Solutions has made a series of senior appointments which Amanda Blanc said reflects the successful growth of its business and continuing development of its strategy
ABI hits back at Government employers' liability proposal
The ABI has voiced concerns about proposals to set up an Employers’ Liability Insurance Bureau (ELIB), as outlined in a Department for Work and Pensions consultation paper
Fitzgerald Consulting and Adjusting Solutions join forces
A working agreement has been established between FitzGerald Consulting, and Adjusting Solutions led by Tom Battell and David Martin
MSL boosts sales team with Fusion hire
MSL Legal Expenses has expanded its sales operation by appointing Kathryn Johnson as UK sales manager
Former Chartis legal counsel joins Marsh
Marsh has appointed Eleni Petros as a senior vice president of its Financial and Professional (FINPRO) Practice
PowerPlace targets brokers with new head office
PowerPlace has opened a new head office in Warwickshire, between Warwick and Leamington Spa.
Groupama creates tailored SME service for brokers
Groupama Insurances has launched a variable commission option across the whole of its commercial product range
Catlin raids Swiss Re for senior hire
Catlin Group has announced that Martin Zingg has been appointed chief investment officer of the Catlin Group with effect from 1 March. He will be based in Catlin’s office in Zurich, Switzerland
Axa goes direct with Confused.com
Axa has returned to the direct insurance market in the form of Axa Direct, the latest insurer to join Confused.com’s list of motor providers.
Insurance industry encouraged to take on apprentices
The Government has launched National Apprenticeship Week and is urging insurance employers to recruit apprentices
Brightside's trading report reveals 30% broking boost
Brightside Group has released its trading update for the financial year ended 31 December 2009 and announced how it intends to spend the £20m it raised at the end of last year
Bollington buys Romero's SME motor book
Bollington Insurance Brokers has purchased Romero Insurance Brokers' book of small to medium motor trade business
Rolfe quits UK General
UK General Insurance has announced CEO, Tim Rolfe, will be leaving the group for family reasons at the end of March 2010
BGL hires HSBC underwriter to manage brand development
BGL Group has appointed Nik Hobson as a senior manager for panel development
Central raids nationals for Glasgow operation
Central Insurance Services has announced several key appointments to its newly-opened Glasgow office
RSA extends key motor repair contracts
RSA has extended motor repair contracts with DWS Bodyworks and Nationwide Crash Repair Centres
O2 set to enter travel insurance market
O2, in partnership with global insurer Mondial Assistance, has developed a travel insurance offering