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Video: Risk Insights - the evolving cyber risk
Aviva's interim managing director of commercial insurance, Nick Major explains how cyber attacks are becoming more prevalent and how the insurance industry can protect businesses against these new risks.
SSP confirms job cuts as CEO Stephen Lathrope exits
CTO Kevin Gaut and COO Jim Sadler have also left the software provider, following the recent sale of SSP to Volaris Group.
Google: Why brokers are "key enablers"
Insurance Age meets Dr Henna Karna, who heads up reinsurance and risk management solutions at Google Cloud, to learn more about Google's insurance plans and discuss the future for brokers in a tech dominated landscape.
Video: Risk Insights - the impact of Brexit on the UK economy
Aviva's senior economist, Stewart Robertson, discusses how the impact of Brexit on the economic landscape and what the future might look like now we have left the European Union.
Blog: The market opportunity and how to capitalise on it
Brokers are in demand, but what should you think about ahead of selling up? The Cripps Pemberton Greenish team outline some key considerations.
Xenia buys West Midlands-based trade credit broker
The Nexus-owned business says Credit Insurance Alliance Brokers will be integrated with its Credit Risk Solutions unit.
Analysis: The future of the networks model
Following on from GRP's surprise purchase of Marsh Networks, Martin Friel investigates how consolidation is changing the networks landscape.
1st Choice opens office in Willenhall
The Shrewsbury-based broker hopes to generate more business and create more jobs in the area as it expands across the West Midlands.
People moves: 12-16 April 2021
Stay up-to-date with the latest personnel changes in the world of broking and insurance.
Partners& buys Nottingham-based broker
Business says deal for IFM Select supports its strategy to build its presence in the Midlands.
Video: Covid-19 and the changing claims landscape
Aviva's director of commercial claims, Chris Hughes, discusses the impact the Covid-19 pandemic has had on the claims landscape.
Brokers may be failing to report misconduct
Sicsic Advisory says that only 1% of brokers reported conduct rule breaches in the last year and warns they may not have robust processes in place to capture and report issues.
Mulsanne accuses Marshmallow of stealing trade secrets in court battle
Mulsanne says it has suffered loss and damage of at least £39m, as judge orders Marshmallow to disclose information relating to the case.
Clear targets net zero carbon emissions by 2030
Firm claims to be the first broker in the UK to set this commitment through the Science Based Targets initiative.
Acturis partners with the RAC for breakdown cover
Acturis brokers can now access RAC Breakdown products for a range of vehicle types on either a standalone or add-on product basis.
GRP spent £60m on 18 deals in 2020
Consolidator's financial results for the year ended 31 March 2020 show a pre-tax loss of £23.4m, but rising turnover and a 42% boost in operating profit.
Ethos Broking buys London-based Chambers and Newman
Ardonagh-owned Ethos says the deal brings its number of regional hubs up to 13.
Ian Donaldson lifts lid on Atlanta's Marmalade deal
The CEO tells Insurance Age about his plans in the telematics and pay-as-you-go insurance areas, as he reveals Atlanta has another five or six deals in the pipeline.
Aston Lark buys DNA Insurance
DNA is a motor trade specialist and will sit alongside Aston Lark’s Road Runner business.
GRP hires Ardonagh’s Steve Anson as COO
He had been CEO of Towergate Retail since 2015 but started with GRP on 6 April.
Partners& appoints Aaron Devitt to newly created role
Devitt had worked as chief operating officer at Travelers since 2016.
PIB looks to Ireland for expansion
The consolidator has extended its reach in Ireland with its buy of retail broker, Creane & Creane.
Towergate snaps up Swansea-based broker
Move follows hot on the heels of its purchase of the corporate retail book of business from AFL Insurance Brokers.
Ardonagh creates international unit led by Des O'Connor
Move comes as Ardonagh Global Partners makes its first deal in the United States.