E-Trading
Xchanging signals end for paper policies at Lloyd's
The Market Reform Group (MRG) has announced that with effect from 1 March 2009, all requests for a policy will be submitted to Xchanging electronically via the Insurers' Market Repository.
Groupama in operational restructure
Groupama Insurances has announced changes to its operational structure which it says is designed to sharpen its business focus, enhance service and deliver greater access to decision makers.
GAB Robins UK confirms MBO
GAB Robins UK has confirmed its current management team is in advanced discussions to acquire a controlling equity interest in the UK business operations.
First 'pay how you drive' scheme launched
GreenRoad and Admiral have teamed up for a 'pay how you drive' scheme to encourage young drivers to drive safely.
ABI warns against ignoring Environment Agency flood risk report
The Association of British Insurers (ABI) has warned that it will become more difficult and costly to insure new property developments that are constructed without regard to Environment Agency (EA) concerns about flood risk.
MMA establishes two new offices
Broker insurer MMA Insurance has boosted its regional presence with the establishment of new offices in Manchester and Birmingham.
BJP acquires Antell Insurance Associates
Thames Valley-based commercial broker BJP has acquired motor trade specialist Antell Insurance Assoc...
LloydsTSBcompare.com named best website
LloydsTSBcompare.com has been named best motor insurance comparison website by research company Defa...
Webchat feature for Halifax online customers
A new webchat feature has enabled instant support for Halifax online home insurance customers. Custo...
Acturis quote-and-buy launch eliminates broker data burden
Software provider Acturis has released an online quote-and-buy feature with the aim of helping clien...
HSB Engineering Insurance launches cover
HSB Engineering Insurance has launched computer equipment cover in response to businesses' increasin...
New loss adjustment method developed
QuestGates has developed a new loss adjustment method in an effort to raise the standard of how its ...
Strong end-of-year sales for Kwik Fit Insurance
Kwik Fit Insurance has reported strong end-of-the-year sales, with December 2008 motor policy sales ...
Confused.com adds partners
Confused.com has added five partners to its home, travel and motor insurance panels. Asda, Hastings ...
Mintel research report
A research report from Mintel has found that more than five million adults have been hard hit by the...
Top online experience ratings go to Sheilas' Wheels and Churchill
Churchill and Sheilas' Wheels have ranked highest for online service among motor insurance providers...
Five insurers added to BeatThatQuote
Price comparison site BeatThatQuote has added five insurers to its motor panel. Express Insurance, D...
Zurich to partner AA
Zurich will partner with AA to provide a roadside assistance service for its personal lines motor cu...
Portable fingerprint scheme developed
In the wake of rising insurance fraud, a portable fingerprint scanning device is expected to help sp...
Lloyd's to pilot information exchange messaging
Lloyd's is piloting an electronic messaging program in collaboration with IBM to improve connectivit...
Car insurance premiums have risen almost 1%/month
Car insurance premiums have risen almost 1% per month over the last three months, according to the B...
New website goes live
A new website aimed at helping householders keep track of their possessions and obtain the right lev...
Mapping data paints truer picture of flood risk
Risk Management Solutions (RMS) is to make UK flood mapping data publicly available, giving homebuye...
Appointment at Transactor
Software house Transactor has appointed Kerry Short as client relationship manager. She will be resp...