Articles by Caitlin Morrison
The BGL Group expands board
The BGL Group has appointed David Downie to its board as group director of intermediated businesses.
Robert Hiscox slams "feeble" ABI
The outgoing chairman of Hiscox, Robert Hiscox, has hit out at the lack of expertise in the incoming regulator and lack of strength among industry representatives at a recent industry conference.
RSA reshuffles global specialty division to support growth
RSA has organised its global specialty businesses into three key divisions.
Allianz reports increased GWP but says market remains "challenging"
Allianz Insurance has reported a 6.8% improvement in gross written premiums (GWP) for the first three months of 2012, but cited recession related claims costs as a hindrance to the commercial division of the business.
Mitsui Sumitomo at Lloyd's opens new service HQ in Dublin
MSI Management UK and Ireland, the new service company of Mitsui Sumitomo at Lloyd’s and a member of MS&AD Insurance, has opened its headquarters in Dublin.
Lorica continues expansion plans with sweep of appointments
Lorica Insurance Brokers has made four appointments at its regional operations.
Biba 2013 to be held in London
Andy Homer, chairman of the British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba), has announced that next year’s conference and exhibition will be held in London.
Jelf adds to new London team
Jelf has made two appointments at its new London office.
Biba 2012: the industry must embrace mobile technology
David Rowan, editor of Wired magazine, told delegates at the 2012 Biba conference that technology is going through a “disruptive” period and spoke of the importance of keeping up to date.
IAG: sale of UK business a possibility
Insurance Australia Group (IAG) is considering a sale of all or part of its UK business.
Biba 2012: 'not a time to despair' Andrew Marr tells delegates
Andrew Marr told delegates at the British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) 2012 conference that the insurance industry has “strong parallels” with the media world.
Premier Choice Group appoints new protection head
Premier Choice Group has appointed Les Schroeter as head of individual protection.
Biba and Premium Credit in new three-year deal
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has extended its endorsement deal with Premium Credit for another three years.
Evolution to manage Beazley's regional PI push
Evolution Underwriting has entered into an exclusive underwriting and distribution partnership with the Beazley Group.
OIM launches e-Underwriting division
OIM Underwriting, part Arthur J Gallagher, has developed a new underwriting platform for household and commercial risks.
Casualty & General opens UK office to target regional brokers
Casualty & General Insurance (Europe) has opened a new office in London, to be led by director Andy Moulsdale.
MMA aims for further growth with schemes appointment
MMA Insurance has appointed Liam Casserley as schemes account manager.
Moss to receive £500,000 on top of basic salary
Andrew Moss will receive his basic salary in lieu of twelve months’ notice in accordance with his contract when he leaves Aviva at the end of May.
Hiscox reports improved GWP for UK arm
Hiscox has delivered gross written premium of £450.7m for the first three months of 2012, a slight decline from £453.5m in the same quarter of 2011.
Jelf's profit improves while revenue remains stable
Jelf Group has reported a 10% improvement in operating profit in the six months ended March 2012 to £1.6m, up from £1.5m in the same period of 2011.
ALPS launches new product range following broker consultation
Auto Legal Protection Services (ALPS) has launched a range of six legal expenses insurance (LEI) and assistance products.
Higos 'making history' with TV advert
Higos Insurance Services will screen its first TV advertisement on 8 May 2012.
Direct Line reports 25% jump in profit
Direct Line Group, the insurance arm of Royal Bank of Scotland, has reported an operating profit of £84m for the first three months of 2012.
L&G reports 17% hike in general insurance premiums for Q1
Legal & General (L&G) has reported gross premiums of £83m for the first quarter of 2012.