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Insurance Age Digital Edition: July - Hitting restart?
The July issue of Insurance Age is available via digital platforms only due to Covid-19.
Cullum-backed Ataraxia launches broker network
MD Adam Boakes says model will help brokers increase their income as well as provide them with a guaranteed investor in their business once they're looking to exit.
Jensten Group makes lockdown buy with Senior Wright deal
The moves adds £20m in GWP to the Jensten Group portfolio.
Miles Smith-owner SRG buys Insolvency Risk Services
The company purchased the administration specialist from MS Amlin as SRG teases further strategic partnerships.
News analysis: What will the ‘new normal’ look like?
The coronavirus crisis has had a profound effect on the way people work. Insurance Age finds out how brokers think the insurance industry will operate once the lockdown has ended
Insurance Covid-Cast: What next for Managing General Agents?
In the 30th episode of Post and Insurance Age’s video series we gathered together an expert panel to discuss what the future holds for managing general agents.
Insurers accused of ‘dragging feet’ as extra FCA BI September trial dates mooted
The eight insurers involved in the case are still on the hunt for their own expert evidence as a second trial in September is looking increasingly likely.
FCA BI test case ‘clear and present danger’ to brokers
Experts warn that brokers could find themselves under fire as insurers lean in intermediaries in defences.
Action Groups get go-ahead to intervene in FCA BI test case
Groups formed against Hiscox and QBE will “closely liaise” with the FCA but are not permitted to increase the scope of the test case.
Ardonagh moves forward with refinancing
The $500m ‘payment-in-kind’ toggle notes have been priced as the business progresses with £1.9bn refinancing which includes a $300m war chest.
Marsh reveals sport, entertainment and media industry group
Group launched in response to Covid-19 impact on SEM sector and will be led by Richard Tolley, deputy leader, global sports and events.
Marsh bites back as RSA alleges it is on the hook for wording in FCA BI test case
Marsh has disputed RSA allegations its clients should be liable for brokered policy contract issues in the Financial Conduct Authority’s business interruption test case, as brokers were dragged into the ongoing proceedings.
Insurance Covid-Cast: Combatting coronavirus-related insurance fraud
In the 29th episode of Post and Insurance Age’s video series we gathered together an expert panel to discuss the prevention, detection and prosecution of insurance fraud at a time of pandemic.
Insurers lock horns with FCA in BI test case defences
Brokers brought into fray as providers file a variety of defences including proximate cause and the ‘Sweden defence’ in the landmark case to determine the validity of BI claims arising from the coronavirus pandemic.
Hiscox Action Group attempts to join FCA BI test case
Group u-turns on desire to be part of FCA case as Hiscox continues to assess its separate arbitration claims.
Praise for Ardonagh’s Broker Network move but Fitch downgrades
News Analysis: Experts say the deal to buy Bravo Group and Irish business Arachas signals how far the company has come since David Ross took the helm at flailing Towergate in 2015.
The Blog Spot: Ardonagh and Broker Network - will this lockdown family reunion have a happy ending?
With Broker Network returning to the fold, Insurance Age content director Jonathan Swift reflects on why Ardonagh Group is looking Back to the Future as its plots post pandemic growth.
Insurance Covid-Cast: Managing return to work risks as offices look to re-open
In the 28th episode of Post and Insurance Age’s video series we gathered together an expert panel to discuss how employers manage the return to the office, given many staff members might have anxieties about the ‘new normal’ - not least travelling to and…
Beazley launches cancellation cover for virtual events
Provider predicts virtual events will continue after Covid-19 lockdown eases.
TL Dallas reveals growth plans
Broker's MD Polly Staveley and commercial MD Tim Mortimer discuss modernising the business, acquiring specialist teams and how the firm has been impacted by the coronavirus.
Ardonagh buys Broker Network-owner Bravo Group
The consolidator announces $500m notes offering and flags £1.6bn equity valuation as it brings the network, along with Ethos Broking and Compass, back into the fold.
UK General returns to Primary Group
The organisation sold UK General to JC Flowers back in 2017 and the fresh deal sees management changes.
NMU unveils new cargo product
Insurer says new offering provides enhanced levels of cover and a simplified claims process for the lower value losses.
Castle Insurance Services set to make more deals
MD Paul Younger chats about the broker's acquisition strategy and details how the business has been impacted by Covid-19.