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Aviva adds Dave Martin as Gareth Hemming exits
Aviva has confirmed the appointment of Dave Martin as managing director of UKGI distribution & SME replacing Gareth Hemming who is leaving the insurer.
Blog: What next for ex-Zurich retail boss Martin?
As revealed by Insurance Age, Zurich head of retail Dave Martin has flown the nest. With the next home yet to be announced Emmanuel Kenning looks at where he might land
RSA survey reveals underinsurance concern among brokers
Research which was conducted by Censuswide among 207 brokers on behalf of RSA last month, has revealed that 93% of brokers believe underinsurance poses a major threat to UK businesses during economic unrest.
Zurich retail head Dave Martin quits
Zurich head of retail Dave Martin has resigned, Insurance Age can reveal.
Aviva strikes £100m-per-year capacity deal with Pen Underwriting
Pen Underwriting has announced a new multi-year strategic partnership with Aviva in support of its personal lines and property owners’ business, which will see Aviva providing capacity for over £100m in premium per annum.
Brokers hailed as a “critical” distribution channel for trade credit insurance by Allianz Trade CEO
CEO at Allianz Trade UK & Ireland, Sarah Murrow, has described brokers as a "critical" distributer when promoting trade credit insurance to clients.
Biba launches second guide on underinsurance
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has teamed up with QuestGates to publish a guide to valuations for members to use with their customers.
Ex-Hiscox UK CEO Thaker joins Abacai as Complete Cover CEO
Bob Thaker, the former UK CEO of Hiscox, has taken over as CEO of insurtech Abacai’s broking business Complete Cover Group, Insurance Age can reveal.
Insurers and brokers pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II
Insurance brokers and insurers have paid their respects following the death of Queen Elizabeth II yesterday.
Coalition’s broker-only cyber offering goes live
San Francisco-headquartered cyber insurance provider Coalition has begun trading in the UK.
Worries remain on subsidence but claims volume still uncertain
Earlier this month LV released figures showing that subsidence cases were up by 205% between June and July, and warned that they were likely to increase even more.
Allianz snaps up chief compliance officer from Aviva
Allianz Holdings has appointed Alison Rayner to the newly created position of chief compliance and corporate affairs officer, effective from February 2023.
Insurers hit back at Covid-hit football clubs over “mistaken approach”
Insurers have argued that BI claims from Premier League clubs should be capped at £2.5m per policy amid a court battle.
People Moves: 22-26 August 2022
Keeping you up-to-date with the latest insurance moves.
Zurich UK appoints Sam Thomas as head of retail underwriting
Zurich UK has named Sam Thomas, who is currently head of mid-market, as head of retail underwriting, Insurance Age can reveal.
Top 5 read stories: 8-12 August 2022
The top five most read stories by brokers this week.
People Moves: 8-12 August 2022
Keeping you up to date with the latest insurance moves.
GWP up but profit and COR deteriorate for Allianz Holdings
Allianz Holdings has posted a drop in profit of 42%, from £170m to £99m for the first half of 2022.
Insurers flag climate change concern following UK heatwave
Insurers have pledged to focus efforts on reducing climate change and called on the industry to be better prepared for weather events.
People Moves: 25-29 July 2022
Stay informed of the top personnel changes in insurance.
Spring launches SME cyber cover
Spring Insure has launched a commercial cyber offering tailored for small and medium sized enterprises.
Allianz names Ashish Patel as COO
Allianz Holdings has appointed Ashish Patel as chief operating officer after Stephanie Smith left at the end of 2021.
Blog: How brokers can make the most of claims relationship managers
Allianz’s Kay Bagley analyses the opportunities for brokers in working closely with claims relationship managers looking at how to build partnerships that add value and deliver excellent customer outcomes.
Roundtable: How can brokers blossom in the ever-evolving EV market?
The electric vehicle and hybrid market is set to grow exponentially in the next decade as UK motorists are encouraged to transition from internal combustion engines. Our expert panel and sponsor AX learn more.