Insurer
In-depth: Living the high life
It is getting increasingly difficult for brokers to stand out in the high net worth sector, so attention to detail and service could make all the difference, reports Edward Murray
Market moves: End of an era
It was the end of an era this month for three insurance stalwarts. Both Andrew Torrance, Allianz UK CEO, and Ecclesiastical UK managing director Steve Wood confirmed they were calling time on their 10 and seven-year stints in their respective roles…
Open GI to replace CDL as Markerstudy's software provider
Open GI will replace CDL as software provider for Markerstudy group's retail division over the next five years.
Hiscox in overseas property push
Hiscox has revamped its overseas home insurance offering with extra lines of cover.
Aviva launches PMI offering for larger companies
Aviva has launched a new private medical insurance (PMI) product for large employers in a bid to provide employees with "an easier claims journey".
Insurance insolvencies doubled in May
Insurance failures doubled during May 2013, compared to the same month a year ago, a report has found.
McChesney steps into Zurich role from Allianz
Zurich has confirmed the appointment of Gareth McChesney as director of personal lines underwriting and pricing for its UK general insurance business.
Insurers welcome end to Statement of Principles uncertainty
Outgoing Allianz UK CEO Andrew Torrance has described the Flood Re deal to replace the Statement of Principles (SoP) as "a step in the right direction".
FCA review reveals poor practice in mobile phone insurance
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has listed poor product design, unclear terms, and inadequate claims and complaints handling among the findings of its review into mobile phone insurance.
Deal finally struck to replace Statement of Principles
An agreement has finally been struck between the government and insurers to replace the Statement of Principles (SoP) and "guarantee" affordable flood insurance for homes.
Client view: quality and speed of response needed
Chartered status is not as important as a professional attitude when it comes to choosing an insurance broker, according to Kathryn Aves, office manager at Bluepoint Technologies.
Open GI promotes former RSA man Pellowe
Open GI has promoted Neil Pellowe to insurer relations executive.
Giles creates 117 jobs in Wales with £7.3m investment
Giles Insurance Brokers has created 117 new jobs in Wales with the help of a £1.3m grant from the Welsh Assembly.
UK General and Policy Shop partner in £1m motor scheme deal
UK General has launched a non-standard motor scheme in conjunction with Coventry-based broker Policy Shop.
Sunderland broker launches online travel insurance platform for brokers
Newton Lee Insurance has launched a specialist travel insurance comparison site for the broker market.
Biba and Kingsbridge pair up to launch PI scheme for freelancers
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has launched a professional indemnity scheme for freelance professionals in conjunction with Kingsbridge Professional Solutions.
Aqua launches new HNW home wording after broker feedback
Aqua Underwriting has reacted to broker feedback with the launch of a new HNW home wording.
Keelan Westall appoints Towergate's Hyndman as regional BDM
Keelan Westall has appointed Becky Hyndman as business development manager for the North East.
RSA confirms London Market cargo promotion
RSA has promoted David Godsoe to lead its London Market cargo business.
Lloyd's A+ rating upheld by Fitch as outlook is upgraded to positive
Lloyd's of London's financial strength rating has been upheld as A+ while its outlook has been upgraded to positive from stable, by agency Fitch Ratings.
Direct Line poised to cut 2,000 jobs despite surpassing cost-saving target
Direct Line Group is poised to cut a further 2,000 jobs as part of the next stage of its restructuring bid despite exceeding its cost-saving target.
Bollington targets niche motor trade growth with new recruit
Bollington Insurance Brokers has appointed Anita Jones as commercial account manager.
Xbroker moves for former QBE and Brit man Stones
Commercial underwriting specialist Xbroker has named former QBE and Brit man Matthew Stones as senior fleet underwriter.
Broker Network and Countrywide in three-year deal with Allianz
Towergate’s network division has launched a three-year partnership with Allianz Insurance.