Commercial
Aston Lark buys O’Loughlin Insurance Group in Ireland
Aston Lark Ireland CEO Robert Kennedy says further acquisition announcements are "imminent" as broker makes its second Irish deal of the year.
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.
Video: Risk Insights - employee wellbeing and remote working
Aviva's UK wellbeing lead, Debbie Bullock, explains how remote working has brought employees' wellbeing to the forefront and why creating a positive workplace culture is key to improving wellbeing and business performance.
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.
FCA data reveals progress as insurers settle Covid-19 BI claims
Updated figures show providers have made interim payments of £247.7m and final settlements of £352.1m since the Supreme Court verdict, but 12,217 policyholders are still waiting to hear whether their policies provide cover or not.
Partners& buys Nottingham-based broker
Business says deal for IFM Select supports its strategy to build its presence in the Midlands.
Interview: A niche focus
Insurance Age meets the team at specialist managing general agent Avid Insurance.
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.
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.
Q Underwriting extends Aviva capacity in £200m deal
The specialist underwriter confirmed the renewal of key binder Aviva, plus, developments to its Covéa-backed contractors combined product.
Axa branches to move to mid-market focus
Jon Walker explains how the regional network will develop as some offices are set to become specialist call centres.
Aviva adds cyber product to Fast Trade
The cover is designed to help small and medium enterprises combat the increasing threat of digital crime.
Towergate buys AFL Insurance Brokers retail book
The move follows Specialist Risk Group’s acquisition of its wholesale division.
East West collapse: Administrator report shows £164.7m deficit
The building guarantee specialist insurer was forced into administration in 2020.
Advertising feature: An open letter from Bernard Mageean, CEO of Q Underwriting
Bernard Mageean, CEO of Q Underwriting pens an open letter on the need for MGAs to adapt in an ever-changing market and what the future holds for the business.
Needham develops administration and integration service
The new offering is designed to protect policyholders and insurers or MGAs when a broker ceases trading.
Commercial underwriting agency, CoSaint AG, goes live
The organisation has launched its first product for the motor trade combined market, backed by NIG and Covéa, and developed an online liability portal.
Chris Giles steps down as PIB chairman
Giles, who helped create the business, remains an investor.
Ardonagh reveals £217.5m cash paid for deals in 2020
The figure includes its buy of Bravo Group, which owns Broker Network and Ethos, and its Arachas acquisition.