Hiscox
Mitsui at Lloyd's adds to marine team
Mitsui Sumitomo at Lloyd’s has appointed Darren Carr as class underwriter.
New office a "real statement" for brokers, says Hiscox chief
Hiscox chief executive Bronek Masojada has described the 2013 opening of its multi-function office in York as a "real statement" of its commitment to UK brokers.
Hiscox UK's GWP edges up by 1.1%
Hiscox UK's retail business saw gross written premium (GWP) growth of 1.1% for the first nine months of the year, compared to 2011.
Aspen appoints new PI chief to create new products
Aspen Risk Management (ARML) has appointed Lee Chelton as head of regional professional indemnity (PI).
Fitch upgrades Hiscox to A+ with stable outlook
Fitch Ratings has upgraded Hiscox Group’s, insurer financial strength (IFS) ratings from A to A+.
Chaucer raids Ace for new catastrophe risk head
Chaucer has snapped up Nick Barter from Ace European Group as head of catastrophe risk.
Biba sweeps up with Gleaming Wholesale deal
The British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) has swept up Gleaming Wholesale to provide its new cleaning contactors scheme.
Hiscox returns to half-year profit
Hiscox has revealed a pre-tax profit of £125.8m for the first six months of the year, reversing a loss of £85.6m in the same period of 2011.
Hiscox launches global media, entertainment and events division
Hiscox has merged its operations in global media, entertainment and events with a new division to be headed up by Suzanne Kemble.
Collegiate swaps Hiscox for Canopius
Collegiate Underwriting has replaced Hiscox with Canopius for its professional indemnity range.
Hiscox promotes from within for underwriting chief role
Hiscox has made three senior appointments across underwriting, claims and risk roles.
British Insurance Awards winners announced
Bartlett & Company has been named Broker of the Year at the British Insurance Awards 2012.
Chartis goes to Hiscox for private client sales leader
Chartis has appointed David Pink as sales manager in its private client group (PCG).
Moreland launches 'defence mechanism' for franchisors
Scottish brokers Moreland Insurance has partnered with Hiscox to launch a new policy designed to create a ‘comprehensive safety net' for franchisors.
New HNW provider targets broker market
Aurum Underwriting which writes high net worth (HNW) and specialist vehicle cover through intermediaries has begun trading with brokers ahead of a full UK roll-out later this year.
Robert Hiscox slams "feeble" ABI
The outgoing chairman of Hiscox, Robert Hiscox, has hit out at the lack of expertise in the incoming regulator and lack of strength among industry representatives at a recent industry conference.
Hiscox expands PI cover portfolio
Hiscox has revealed a set of five broker-only professional indemnity products available from early July.
Hiscox reports improved GWP for UK arm
Hiscox has delivered gross written premium of £450.7m for the first three months of 2012, a slight decline from £453.5m in the same quarter of 2011.
Hiscox expands HNW motor capability
Hiscox has strengthened its UK art and private client division with three motor appointments.
Hiscox remains in profit despite cat losses as chairman steps down
Hiscox has reported a pre-tax profit of £17.3m for 2011, down from £211.4m the previous year, as the company’s chairman Robert Hiscox announced his intention to step down.
Hiscox promotes Gott to lead on art and private clients
Hiscox has announced the promotion of Justin Gott to the position of head of art and private client, Hiscox UK and Ireland.
Chubb rides in with seven new staff
Chubb Insurance has recruited seven new senior London-based employees to enhance its personal lines offering.
Chubb recruits again, this time from Hiscox
Chubb Insurance has hired Hiscox underwriter Karen Bathgate.
Insurer service improving, according to survey
Service from insurers in the UK is improving, according to figures released by Jelf.