Articles by Caitlin Morrison
Axa Commercial Lines claims first with Underwriting Academy
Axa Commercial Lines has launched an Underwriting Academy in partnership with the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII).
Hodges outlines plans for Towergate
Mark Hodges has stated that he plans to develop a more corporate structure for Towergate.
Last chance to enter Sentiment Survey
Today is the final chance for brokers to take part in Insurance Age’s Sentiment Survey and give their views on important industry matters.
MMA CEO appointed deputy chairman of Covéa
Garry Fearn has been appointed executive deputy chairman of Covéa Insurance.
Senior returns to Towergate from Gallagher Heath
Towergate has appointed Richard Senior as managing director for its broking operation in Hull.
Central Insurance adds to board in drive for growth
Central Insurance, the Scottish independent broker, has appointed Graeme Manson and Gillian Hastings as non-executive directors.
Fitch affirms RSA's rating at A
Fitch Ratings has affirmed RSA’s Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) rating at A, and its long-term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at A-.
NIG wins contract for funeral director scheme
NIG has won the tender to underwrite the insurance for Lark Group’s SAIFInsure scheme, taking over the contract from Axa.
R&Q acquires Guernsey insurer NFIL
Randall & Quilter Investment Holdings (R&Q) has acquired Northern Foods Insurance (NFIL), a captive insurer domiciled in Guernsey, for just over £700,000.
Abbey Protection posts positive results
Abbey Protection has reported a 5% growth in profit, from £9.6m in 2010 to £10.1m in 2011.
Hiscox expands HNW motor capability
Hiscox has strengthened its UK art and private client division with three motor appointments.
Ex-Argyll chief joins Ataraxia
Ataraxia has appointed Kevin Young to its board of directors.
Ex-Aviva FD confirmed as Direct Line chairman
Royal Bank of Scotland has appointed Mike Biggs as chairman of Direct Line Group.
Brightside posts record results for ninth consecutive year
Brightside Group has reported an almost 35% increase in profit, to £13.6m in 2011 from £10.1m in 2010
UK Broker Summit 2012: Budget is good news for brokers
Chancellor George Osborne’s budget, delivered yesterday, is “good news” for the insurance industry, according to Stephen Archer of Spring Partnerships.
Budget reforms 'strongly welcomed' by ABI
The Association of British Insurers (ABI) has welcomed many of the changes revealed in today’s budget, despite the fact they will have little direct impact on the insurance industry.
CNA reaches agreement with Hardy board to acquire the business
US insurer CNA has acquired Hardy Underwriting for £143m in cash.
Mondial Assistance in partnership with luxury travel company
Mondial Assistance has struck a deal to sell travel insurance via Voyage Privé’s website.
Ecclesiastical posts losses for 2011
Ecclesiastical has reported a pre-tax group loss of £7.7m for 2011, compared with £50.4m profit in 2010.
Fitch maintains negative outlook on Groupama SA
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Groupama SA’s Insurer Financial Strength rating at BBB, outlook negative.
UK businesses increasingly pessimistic according to survey
A survey carried out on behalf of QBE has revealed that 77% of UK businesses expect a full economic recovery will take at least two years, a 7% increase on last year’s figure.
Hector Sants resigns as FSA chief
Hector Sants will step down as CEO of the Financial Services Authority (FSA) at the end of June 2012.
XL sues client over "false" policy application
XL Group is suing one of its clients, hedge fund Level Global, for $7.45m ($4.74m) for allegedly making misrepresentations when purchasing an insurance policy.
Ink increases South West presence with new Bristol office
Ink Insurance has opened a new Bristol office and appointed Janice Whitelock as regional underwriting manager.