Articles by Cristina Diciu
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Interview: Adrian Saunders, Ecclesiastical
The commercial director tells Insurance Age about the insurer's developments, its relationship with brokers throughout the pandemic, and its plans for the coming year.
David Howden calls for collaboration in disaster relief funding
At the World Climate Summit, Howden stressed insurance was the key to unlocking the private capital needed to address the £14.8bn ($20bn) disaster relief shortfall.
Experts slam "badly worded" and "intrusive" FCA D&I survey
Compliance specialists highlight the problems that the voluntary survey, which was sent out last month, may cause brokers.
Hastings reports increased profit in Q3 2021
The provider's profit before tax hit £103m, highlighting an increase in customer policies despite premium reductions across the sector.
"It feels like family," says KGJ boss about NFP transition
NFP’s John Paul Allcock and KGJ director Richard Cox talk to Insurance Age about what sparked the interest in the recent deal and how it is set to help both businesses achieve growth.
HSB buys structural warranties specialist
HSB has revealed that the acquisition of MD Group and its MGA, MD Insurance Services, will expand its core insurance offering.
Capita to sell specialty insurance businesses
The company has agreed to to sell its two specialty insurance businesses, Capita Commercial Insurance Services (CCIS) and Capita Managing Agency (CMA), to Marco Capital Holdings for an undisclosed sum.
In Depth: The influence of the MGA space on schemes
Cristina Diciu explores the impact of MGAs on schemes, and examines what brokers can do to capitalise on the competitive environment, in part two of our series with Travelers.
News analysis: Consolidators put up 'for sale' signs
Following Howden’s acquisition of Aston Lark, Insurance Age reached out to M&A advisers and brokers to get some insight into the future for the current crop of consolidators.
Ardonagh completes BGC deal
First announced in May, the deal was sealed for a cash consideration of $500m (£354m).
In Depth: Schemes and the pandemic
Reporter, Cristina Diciu, explores how the schemes market has developed since the onset of Covid-19 in the first of our three articles produced in association with Travelers.
Protesters spill 1,000 litres of fake oil on Lloyd’s doorstep
A one-tonne tank of plant and water-based biodegradable oil flooded the area in front of Llyod’s headquarters in Insurance Rebellion's latest protest targeting the market over links to fossil fuels.
John Lewis pulls controversial home insurance ad
The TV commercial, which depicts a young boy wearing make-up and women’s clothing, has been removed after the FCA said it was 'misleading'.
Fidelis opens trading floor in London
The Bermuda-based specialty insurance and reinsurance provider said its new operation would enable brokers to meet with its underwriters, actuaries, wordings and claims specialists to discuss 57 lines of business.
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LawSure makes leadership changes
Mandy Brown takes over as managing director as Brian Hall moves to become executive chairman of the specialist broker.
GRP takes stake in Hedron member
All Med Pro is GRP's first minority investment with a network member.
Allianz launches sustainable procurement charter
With this charter, Allianz says it aims to encourage suppliers to reduce carbon emissions, recycle waste, use renewable energy, and consider biodiversity.
Motor premiums stabilise as telematics grows
Data from Consumer Intelligence reveals that 1 in 4 cheapest motor insurance quotes are provided by telematics firms, and while motor premiums plunged 9.4% in the last 12 months, prices are now beginning to stabilise.
Seventeen Group expects further growth in 2022
CEO Paul Anscombe flags how M&A and organic growth are helping the business expand despite the £670,000 cost of Covid.
iRevolution buys BG Insurance
CEO Mark Rigby has said the acquisition of BG Insurance would give the business further expertise in other areas of the non-standard motor market.
MGAA signs up first Republic of Ireland member
Dublin-based MGA Blackrock Insurance Solutions has joined the trade association.
Close Brothers "stable" again after management changes
The finance provider promises new products for brokers and customers as MD, Sean Kemple, talks to Insurance Age.