Articles by Cristina Diciu
Aviva Group CFO resigns
Jason Windsor took on the role in 2019 and will join Persimmon, a British housebuilding firm.
CII announces interim CEO
Jonathan Clark will take over from Sian Fisher at the end of March 2022 as the search for a permanent CEO is underway.
Motor premium drop starts to stabilise
For the first time in over a year, the cost of car insurance has increased in some UK regions while the average premium has now reached £782, Consumer Intelligence reported.
Iprism adds product to SSP platform
According to the MGA, the platform removes the need for brokers to rekey quote data and provides a full quote and bind service, from rating and pricing to core administration, data analytics, and full policy documentation at point of sale.
Society of Insurance Broking reveals broker challenges in 2022
Ensuring that clients’ cover and sums insured are kept under regular review costs will be a “dominant theme”, but the Society also pointed out the opportunities new talent brings.
Ashwin Mistry joins Broker Insights board
Broker Insights CEO Fraser Edmond believes that having Mistry on board will offer the company a "significant" boost towards reaching its growth ambitions.
Dickson & Co buys Morrison Associates
The broker says it expects further acquisitions in early 2022 as it continues to widen its presence in Northern Ireland.
Markerstudy Group buys family-owned Lloyd’s broker
The acquisition of Clegg Gifford will offer Markerstudy access to the Lloyd’s market, a step which it deems 'integral' to its expansion strategy.
Ardonagh to buy MDS Group
The deal furthers the broker’s plan to expand its worldwide reach after revealing fresh investment from the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority earlier this month.
RSA assigned A rating by AM Best following takeover by Intact
The rating service also predicted moderate premium growth for the insurer.
Humn acquires Walsingham Motor Insurance
The fleet provider says the deal will accelerate its distribution network with brokers.
MIB appoints Mike Crane as chairman
Crane replaces Direct Line Group’s Steve Maddock, who has led the MIB board since 2014.
Motor market more uncertain than ever, says Allianz's Ross
Gerry Ross, Allianz’s head of commercial motor, tells Insurance Age all about the state of the market this year, what technology developments brokers should be looking out for, and how 2022 is shaping up.
Home insurance premiums drop 8.2% year-on-year
Consumer Intelligence data reveals that a typical buildings and content policy now stands at £138, but premiums are expected to go up due to new pricing rules.
Specialist Risk Group reveals growth strategy
The broker is set to add more products to its newly-merged MGA and has also appointed a group CFO.
Biba unveils 2022 conference theme
The event is set to take place at the Manchester Central Convention Complex on 11-12 May 2022.
Meet Young Broker of the Year, Abigail Griffiths of MCE Insurance
In an interview with Insurance Age, the head of claims and UKBA winner tells us how she switched from fashion to insurance, her proudest achievement, and her plans for the future.
Applied Systems reveals brokers' top digital trends
In its annual digital broker survey, the software provider unveils that 66% of brokers have a digital strategy in place while only 30% are integrating data analytics to gain business insight.
Prestige to make £3m investment in fresh brand
The brand will see 60 jobs made available in the provider's technical, product management, customer support, and marketing departments.
Allianz adds to D&O product offering
The insurer announced that its Complete Directors & Officers product would now give clients access to free legal services.
Allianz names risk director for personal lines
José Morago, former group risk director at Aviva, will join the insurer following a series of management changes.
Insurtech GoShorty launches short-term motor cover
The provider says the product is available via brokers and provides short-term cover for full licence holders as well as provisional ones.
Meet the MGA: Iprism
Managing director Ian Lloyd talks to Insurance Age about the services the company offers brokers, its products, and the role MGAs play in the broker space
News analysis: How climate change impacts risk development
Brokers tell Insurance Age about the way the risk landscape has morphed as a result of climate change and what advice they should be sharing with clients.