Commercial
Aviva calls for greater resilience to prevent downtime at SME manufacturers
More than four in five (84%) of small and mid-sized UK manufacturers are hit by unplanned downtime every month, according to new research from Aviva.
Geo rebranded Orvia UK as part of global Ardonagh MGA push under CEO McIlquham
Ardonagh Group has announced plans to bring its global managing general agent businesses together under the brand Orvia Underwrtiting with former Acrisure UK boss Mark McIlquham taking up the reins as CEO.
Allianz updates renewables proposition to help brokers meet evolving risks
Allianz UK claims to have enhanced its renewable energy proposition by introducing “simplified operational wording” for customers with multiple technologies at the same site.
Rural fraudster bleaten by shear force of the law
City of London Police’s Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department is investigating suspected fraudulent insurance claims over the alleged theft of more than 650 sheep.
FSCS opens for claims from customers of failed broker Anthony Jones
The Financial Services Compensation Scheme has opened to claims from customers who paid for insurance through collapsed broker Anthony Jones (U.K.) but find themselves without the relevant cover and unable to recover the premiums by other means.
UK commercial softening approaching three year mark – Marsh
UK commercial market rates softened by 8% in the third quarter, maintaining the rate seen throughout the year and the eleventh quarterly drop in a row, according to Marsh.
MOFS MD Gibbons on why it chose Adler Fairways over PE or the big consolidators
Mason Owen Financial Services managing director Andrew Gibbons speaks for the first time about its takeover by Adler Fairways. And tells Jonathan Swift culture and future proofing trumped cash when it came to choosing a new partner, and that the type of…
Simply Business names ex-Go Compare MD Sanga as UK CCO
Simply Business has added a new UK chief commercial officer, and a managing director of its MGA, to its senior leadership team.
Seventeen expands in Lloyd’s and London market with latest deal
Seventeen Group has bought Dashwood Brewer & Phipps, labelling the deal as “transforming” its Lloyd’s and London market capabilities.
Subscribe adds £5m Fortegra capacity
Subscribe MGA has secured a long-term capacity agreement with Fortegra Insurance UK.
Arch recruits Donald from Axa for Glasgow branch manager role
Arch Insurance’s UK regional division has appointed Karen Donald as branch manager of its Glasgow operations, effective immediately.
Allianz refreshes mid-market manufacturing offering
Allianz UK has continued to refresh its Commercial Select sector propositions by enhancing cover for manufacturing businesses with turnover between £10m and £1.5 bn.
Shape MD Hunt to set landmark in 2028 as she is named deputy CII president
Mandy Hunt, managing director of Shape Underwriting, was confirmed as deputy president of Chartered Insurance Institute this afternoon at the CII’s AGM in London.
Broker Expo 2026: Early and open conversations needed for brokers and underwriters to win
As the industry starts to lose its face-to-face culture, being open to early and open appetite conversations through different channels will be key to establishing good relationships between brokers and underwriters.
Howden names Richardson to new CCO role
Howden has appointed Elliot Richardson as chief commercial officer for the group, a newly created role at the broker.
Aviva appoints Slabbert as new Lloyd’s/GCS boss
Aviva has appointed Johan Slabbert as managing director of its Global Corporate & Specialty business and CEO of Aviva Syndicates.
Ex-Ravenhall boss launches new broker Decello
Neil Grimshaw has opened commercial broker Decello in Huddersfield, labelling it a boutique ‘advice-led’ firm for businesses and private clients.
Seventeen Group recruits ex-Gallagher MD and Howden COO
Seventeen Group has appointed Stephen Smith as chief broking officer, overseeing broking and placement strategy across the group, including James Hallam and Touchstone Underwriting.
Konsileo completes latest fund raise
Top 100 broker Konsileo has completed a £5m equity investment to support its continued growth.
rrelentless and Zurich team up on specialist haulage
Managing general agent rrelentless has expanded into haulage fleet motor insurance backed by Zurich capacity.
Broker Expo 2026 Countdown Q&A: Pen Underwriting’s Nick Milton
Nick Milton, head of UK and European distribution at Pen Underwriting, advises the next generation of insurance professionals to “get out and meet people”, as the MGA looks forward to talking to brokers about its mid-market PI and cyber propositions at…