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Aggregators at risk as online market fragments
Traditional players could flounder as new generation of aggregators take model to next level
APC launch aims to bridge the gap to SMEs
D&O product available to 1,000 APC brokers
Soundbytes
New offering from Allianz aims to make SME trading simpler
Playing fair?
With the recession prompting cost-cutting measures across all industries, insurance claims service is suffering. John Sims explores the treatment of UK policyholders and questions whether it adheres to TCF
The gateway to the South west
As well as offering plenty of opportunities in the city itself, Bristol is ideally situated for access to the profitable West Country and South Wales markets. Compounded by the rise in popularity of provincial brokers and the quest for local knowledge,…
A balancing act
When looking for a CHO to manage their claims, brokers need to weigh up attractive commission with drawbacks such as heavy litigation and lengthy hire periods. Chris Shaw explores the supply chain relationship
The good, the bad and the average
Every broker wants their claims dealt with to the satisfaction of their clients - but just how often is that the case? Peter Joy analyses the results of the Insurance 360 study into the performance of 40 leading commercial insurers and looks at what…
Groupama PA policy enhanced
The insurer claims it will give brokers targeting the small to medium sized enterprise sector a valuable tool in their armoury
Almost half rank paying insurance as a priority, according to research
Some 49% consider paying insurance-related bills as a top four priority
Allianz launches SME trading platform
Allianz Commercial has launched a new online trading platform for its small business products.
Oxygen develops P&C solutions for regional brokers
Andy Wigg has been appointed as new business executive
Broker Direct launches new RSA retailers product
David Greaves, director of deals and small business at RSA, said the insurer will deliver more products to Broker Direct brokers next year
Capita chairman stands down
Eric Walters will be replaced as chairman by Martin Bolland in the New Year
Small businesses still struggling for funding
Survey reveals funding more difficult to secure over the last year
Recession will impact on PMI costs, warns Healix Group
Steve Hook, Healix Group's sales and marketing director, said the threat of redundancy is causing an increase in private medical insurance claims
Transactor launches real-time pricing tool for brokers
Simon Macray, Transactor's insurer liaison manager, said it would give brokers a "competitive edge"
Brokers could benefit from new claims solution, says Editrack
Manjit Rana of Editrack said its claims fulfilment solution could give brokers "real-time visibility" of claims
Marsh launches new E&O cover
New errors and omissions product targets suppliers of lottery and gaming organisations
Purple Partnership's Les Brewin to take over as MD
Current managing director, Bob Parkins, to return to his own brokerage
Equity Direct Broking appoints MD
David Birch has been promoted to the newly-created role of managing director
Long Reach International acquires theatre specialist
Acquisition creates one of UK's largest entertainment brokerages
RMS: 1,300 properties affected by UK floods
RMS said costs could vary depending on the mix of residential and commercial claims
Allianz launches new legal protection products
The insurer says the products have been developed with the needs of brokers in mind
Aon raids competition for new aviation hires
Six new staff to join from Marsh, Willis and Lockton