Commercial
Movo Partnership in talks to make six more deals
MD Lea Cheesbrough tells Insurance Age about the network's recent hat-trick of broker buys and discusses its growth plans as it targets £65m in GWP and 75 broker members.
MGA Tradewise goes into administration
The motor MGA stopped writing new and renewal business on 1 January after it was unable to renew its reinsurance protection with Berkshire Hathaway.
Society of Insurance Broking reveals broker challenges in 2022
Ensuring that clients’ cover and sums insured are kept under regular review costs will be a “dominant theme”, but the Society also pointed out the opportunities new talent brings.
Aviva and Prestige Underwriting agree fresh panel deal
The fresh motor and van agreement runs until 2026 and sees Prestige re-enter the non-standard motor space.
Ashwin Mistry joins Broker Insights board
Broker Insights CEO Fraser Edmond believes that having Mistry on board will offer the company a "significant" boost towards reaching its growth ambitions.
Aston Lark buys Phoenix Healthcare
Phoenix specialises in corporate healthcare provision and is Aston Lark’s second deal in 2022.
GRP's Alan & Thomas buys in Bournemouth
BIG Insurance is the broker's third deal since becoming GRP's southern hub.
Aston Lark makes first deal of 2022
Consolidator buys Mainstay Insurance, a commercial broker headquartered in Hove.
Insurance Age year in review- Steve Molloy
Steve Molly of AX reviews the year so far and tells Insurance Age what 2022 might look like.
Blog: Industry trends to look out for in 2022
Adrian Saunders, commercial director at Ecclesiastical Insurance, shares his predictions for the broker market in 2022.
Year in Review: Seàn Kemple, Close Brothers
Close Brothers MD Seàn Kemple reflects on the challenges brought on by 2021 and discusses the implications of the hard market for the broker space.
Markerstudy Group buys family-owned Lloyd’s broker
The acquisition of Clegg Gifford will offer Markerstudy access to the Lloyd’s market, a step which it deems 'integral' to its expansion strategy.
Ardonagh to buy MDS Group
The deal furthers the broker’s plan to expand its worldwide reach after revealing fresh investment from the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority earlier this month.
Review of the year: GRP's Chris Sime
Chris Sime of Global Risk Partners discusses the "bouncebackability" of insurance broking how the market will evolve in 2022.
Review of the year: Aviva's Gareth Hemming
Aviva's chief distribution officer shares his insight on the challenges of the past 12 months and looks ahead to what 2022 might hold for the sector.
Insurance Age year in review - Andy Bord
Andy Bord of Flood Re reflects on the challenges and opportunities of 2021 and points out what 2022 might hold for the insurance industry.
RSA assigned A rating by AM Best following takeover by Intact
The rating service also predicted moderate premium growth for the insurer.
Reich targets £130m of GWP within three years
CEO Simon Taylor tells Insurance Age about his plans to grow the broker organically and highlights that Reich is not for sale despite being approached by potential buyers "all the time".
MGA Tradewise set to close to new business and renewals
The motor specialist says it is looking for alternative solutions after being unable to renew protection with reinsurance provider Berkshire Hathaway.
Humn acquires Walsingham Motor Insurance
The fleet provider says the deal will accelerate its distribution network with brokers.
Review of the year: Gallagher's Gary Fletcher
Gary Fletcher, managing director of the South, UK Retail, tells Insurance Age about how brokers have continued to support businesses across the UK in 2021.
Blog: Risk of surge in liability claims as Omicron impact hits hospitality sector
Keoghs's Chris Green on why brokers need to be prepared for an influx in employers' and public liability claims as the leisure and hospitality sector deals with challenges arising from Omicron developments.
MIB appoints Mike Crane as chairman
Crane replaces Direct Line Group’s Steve Maddock, who has led the MIB board since 2014.
Motor market more uncertain than ever, says Allianz's Ross
Gerry Ross, Allianz’s head of commercial motor, tells Insurance Age all about the state of the market this year, what technology developments brokers should be looking out for, and how 2022 is shaping up.