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Inperio teams up with Thirdfort on solicitors' PI solution
New offering, which is distributed via brokers, will see Inperio offer reduced premiums for firms using Thirdfort's digital ID platform, with the aim to cut the risk of identity fraud.
Neil Robertson set for Canopius CEO role
Robertson joins from Axa XL as group deputy CEO and will become group CEO after a transition period, taking over from Michael Watson who will continue as chairman.
People Moves: 8 - 12 February 2021
The latest personnel changes in the insurance space.
Aviva expands broker apprenticeship programme
The provider is offering a job swap or placement to participants in the programme.
Intact's RSA takeover "on track" to complete in Q2 2021
RSA shareholders voted to approve the deal last month.
SRG buys trade credit specialist
The Channel Partnership was founded in 1992 and is SRG's third deal this year.
Kingfisher denies "bad faith" dismissals amid legal row with Fresh-sellers
The dispute centres around accusations of misconduct, data breaches and misuse of the MyLicence platform at Fresh, which was bought by Kingfisher in 2018.
Biba zones in on resilience in 2021 manifesto
Manifesto includes a number of commitments from the broker trade body, covering areas including underinsurance as a result of the pandemic, IPT, cyber insurance and signposting to help customers access insurance.
Jensten to accelerate M&A pace
CEO Alistair Hardie explains how the business is planning to grow in 2021.
Pen launches specialist fleet claims service
The proposition is designed for policyholders who transport hazardous goods.
Jensten acquires Packetts
The deal adds £13m in GWP to Jensten Group which is targeting £500m in GWP.
Blog: How can insurers support brokers and allow staff to work flexibly?
Zurich's David Martin reflects on how Zurich manages to balance the two as more providers move to flexible working for staff.
Iprism unveils e-traded excess of loss product for SMEs
MGA says new offering was developed in response to broker demand.
Ceta adds Ergo UK to insurer panel
Business says the move will strengthen its range and depth of cover within landlord insurance.
Markham teams up with AIG on crisis cover
The policy extension includes cover for criminal risks including abductions and blackmail, political risks such as terrorist attacks and war as well as catastrophic risks.
Interview: Specialist Risk Group
CEO Warren Downey tells Sian Barton why SRG has something different to offer than the other players in the M&A space.
People Moves: 1-5 February 2021
Stay up-to-date with the top personnel changes in the insurance industry.
Covid claims push Beazley to $50.4m loss in 2020
COR deteriorates to 109%, but the provider says its outlook is positive as it also posts 19% rise in GWP.
Reported ghost broking cases rose by nearly 10% in 2020
IFED warns of ghost brokers exploiting the pandemic, with fraudsters targeting victims on social media.
CII survey reveals impact of Covid-19 on mental health
Head Lines: Body publishes good practice guidelines after a majority of insurance professionals say they have struggled with their mental health during the pandemic.
Partners& establishes North East base
The broker takes Marsh branch director to head up the newly-developed team in the region.
Private equity behind 71% of UK broker deals in 2020
Exclusive: Mazars' Simon Fitzsimmons discusses why the broking sector is attractive to private equity and international investment and predicts we will see fewer larger deals in 2021.
Applied extends Google partnership
The move develops the software house’s access to cloud technology.
Ardonagh buys specialist PI broker
Hera Indemnity, which specialises in professional indemnity insurance for solicitors and brings GWP of £41m, will become part of Ardonagh Advisory alongside brands including Ethos Broking, Broker Network, Compass UK and Towergate's regional branch…