Articles by Andrew Pearce
Keychoice launches social media package for brokers
Keychoice has launched a social media start-up package designed to help brokers get to grips with the technology.
TGSL targets insurers and virtual underwriters with new division
Transactor Global Solutions (TGSL) has set up an enterprise division aimed at insurers and virtual underwriters.
ABI reveals new chairman
The board of the Association of British Insurers (ABI) has nominated Tidjane Thiam as the next chairman of the trade body.
Randall & Quilter says acquisition pipeline remains strong
Randall & Quilter (R&Q) will confirm that its Canadian managing general agency (MGA) will close during the company's Annual General meeting (AGM) today.
Broker demand fuels Rural Insurance product growth
Rural Insurance is boosting its range of covers in the UK equine market to satisfy broker demand.
Law Society aims to garner broker support for PII reform
The Law Society is looking to garner support from brokers and insurers for the use of its professional indemnity insurance (PII) composite proposal form.
BGL Group snaps up new MD for brands
BGL Group has swooped to appoint Mark Townsend as managing director of Frontline - the business unit responsible for BGL brands Budget and Dial Direct.
Aspen Insurance announces management overhaul
Aspen Insurance has announced that co-CEO Rupert Villers will assume the role of chairman of Aspen Insurance and president of Aspen International Insurance next month.
ebroking 2012: Brokers urged to embrace digital platforms
E-trading could be a means of stealing a march on the competition and overcoming the challenging economic climate, delegates at the E-broking 2012 event, hosted by Insurance Age, have heard.
Groupama chief blasts Standard & Poor's after downgrade
The CEO of Groupama Insurances in the UK has slammed Standard & Poor's (S&P) for its "dogmatic" approach to credit ratings.
Groupama Insurances CEO allays downgrade fears
The CEO of Groupama Insurances in the UK has insisted the insurer's trading position remains excellent despite Standard and Poor's (S&P) downgrade of Groupama S.A.
CII launches new London market qualification
The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) has launched a new London market qualification designed to boost ability to carry out insurance or reinsurance-related research.
QBE integrates RMS teams
QBE has announced it has integrated its Risk Management Services (RMS) teams as it looks to boost its relationship with clients and brokers.
Moreland launches 'defence mechanism' for franchisors
Scottish brokers Moreland Insurance has partnered with Hiscox to launch a new policy designed to create a ‘comprehensive safety net' for franchisors.
BLG aims to tackle 'gaping holes' with new product
Building and Land Guarantees (BLG) has launched a long-term repair works warranty in a bid to fill what it called gaping holes in the latent defects market.
Ex-Axa boss faces six-months gardening leave
Former Axa Personal Lines chief executive Steve Hardy has reportedly been put on gardening leave for six months.
Jelf announces addition to schemes and affinities team
Jelf Insurance Brokers has snapped up James Balfour to work in the company's schemes and affinities team.
Industry figures receive CII accolades
The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) has honoured two leading figures for their dedication, commitment and professionalism.
TGSL selected by e-Underwriting for product launch
Transactor Global Solutions (TGSL) has been appointed by e-Underwriting to distribute its first auto-rated buildings and contents insurance products to UK brokers.
Canopius swoops for Brit Insurance underwriting director
Canopius Group has appointed Paul Dilley as head of underwriting, UK retail.
Claims companies shoulder blame for high motor insurance
More than 50% of UK drivers blame the cost of motor insurance on claims companies and injury lawyers, according to a survey published today.
Higos targets more branches by end of 2012
Higos Insurance Services has its sights set on a "few locations" for the end of the year as it continues its South West expansion drive.
FSA insists regulatory overhaul remains on track
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has insisted its regulatory overhaul remains on track for early 2013.
Three in four people contacted by "nuisance" CMCs
More than 75% of people have been targeted by claims management companies, a survey by the Association of British Insurers (ABI) has found.