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Power hour: Driving change in motor trade
The motor trade market is evolving with the rise of autonomous vehicles, electric cars and changing consumer purchasing habits, but the sector still also has to deal with more traditional risks
Brightside teams up with Covéa in capacity deal
Deal covers broker's motor book and "fills the gap left by Markerstudy".
InsurTech Futures: Telematics the proof point for InsurTech
Octo Telematics vice president Jonathan Hewett says telematics technology is big opportunity for brokers.
Editor’s letter: July/August 2016
“It is time for a positive problem solving mindset and the insurance industry will have a crucial role to play in the debate”
#Insagepeople: 11 - 17 July 2016
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Car insurance premiums rise nearly 20% in a year
High costs and complexity of repairing cars fitted with expensive technology increased premiums.
Ecclesiastical: Underinsurance still a problem in HNW
Head of art and private clients Giles Fairmann urges industry to raise awareness of underinsured contents as provider targets growth in HNW sector.
Das vs Asplin and others case referred to Crown Court
The private prosecution Das is making against former CEO Paul Asplin and others on fraud and conspiracy charges will be heard at Southwark Crown Court in August.
Allianz targets motor trade with product refresh
Insurer says it is aiming for top spot in the UK.
Quizzical questions: 8 July 2016
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Ex-Aviva employee sentenced for fraud
Customer manager in Scotland stole over £5,000.
Allianz: Transparency disclosure in post-Brexit future
Low growth in the insurance industry plus Brexit means brokers depend even more on commissions.
Industry extends commitment to the Insurance Fraud Register
Funding for three more years has been pledged by the ABI.
Jonathan Evans wins achievement award at the BIA
Former chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group for Insurance and Financial Services Jonathan Evans was last night crowned the achievement winner at the British Insurance Awards.
MGAA calls for transparency
Chair James Gerry says transparency and communication critical to the future success of MGAs.
Aviva confident of growth despite Brexit
CEO Mark Wilson says it is too early to quantify impact of leaving EU but insurer is predicting mid-single digit growth.
#Insagepeople: 4 - 10 July 2016
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Video: Group personal accident, sickness and business travel
In the words of David Boow, Aviva is "passionate about what we do."
Quizzical questions: 1 July 2016
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Vibhu Sharma to leave Zurich
Conor Brennan has been appointed the head of UK general insurance for the insurer.
Gable suspends shares
The shares have been suspended and company confirms that CEO William Dewsall’s regulatory guarantee contribution has “significantly reduced”.
Markerstudy buys telematics firm Drivology
Company confirms push for telematics and app based business.
No takeover approach received, says Esure
Fresh speculation was sparked that company had been circled by private equity firms and overseas insurers.