Managing general agents (MGAs)
Grasping the nettle
The soft market has seen insurers strike up relationships with MGAs but, with prices in some sectors increasing, MGAs could offer even more benefits, says Paul Upton
Incorporated Insurance Group poised to launch online facility
Managing general agent Incorporated Insurance Group (IIG) will launch a Broker Online facility designed to provide brokers with a "quick turnaround on pricing" next month.
New MGA Ascent to target cyber risks
Ascent Underwriting has launched offering coverage for emerging cyber risks for clients ranging from micro businesses to international corporations.
Ex-Ink chief launches new MGA for regional brokers
Mike Smith, former MD of Ink Insurance, has launched Incorporated Insurance Group (IIGL), a new managing general agent.
Arc signs up with MGAA
Arc Legal Assistance has become a member of the Managing General Agents' Association (MGAA).
Lonmar hires ex-Towergate London Market chief
Lonmar Global Risks has appointed Martin Hughes as a divisional director in its agency division.
Billion pound deal prompts scrutiny of MGA-insurer relationship
Insurers re-evaluate relationships while MGAs seek out new partners
UK General joins Managing General Agents' Association
UK General Insurance has become a member of the Managing General Agents' Association (MGAA).
R&Q launches new Lloyd's syndicate
Randall & Quilter Investment Holdings (R&Q) has launched a new Lloyd’s syndicate through its subsidiary R&Q Managing Agency.
APC rolls out new taxi product
APC is to launch a public hire taxi product in early November as it moves in to the specialist motor underwriting market.
Nexus in appointment surge
Nexus Underwriting Management has made a flurry of appointments in a bid to boost its operational capability.
Arista in schemes deal with regional brokers
Arista has partnered with two brokers to develop schemes as part of a new initiative to work more closely with intermediaries.
Manchester Underwriting upgrades electronic capability
Manchester Underwriting Management (MUM) has launched a new website and trading platform.
Nexus buys CIFS
Nexus Underwriting Management has bought Credit Indemnity and Financial Services (CIFS) from Novae Syndicates for an undisclosed sum.
Arista boosts Southampton office
Arista Insurance has appointed Paul Avery to its Southampton office, reporting to regional manager Andy Wright.
Profits up at Transactor
Transactor Global Solutions Limited (TGSL) and associated companies has announced a 20% increase in pre-tax profits to £600,000.
APC unveils new business development chief for the North
APC has appointed Neil Jenkinson as its northern region business development manager.
Pioneer to launch professional indemnity team
Pioneer Underwriting has confirmed the upcoming launch of Pioneer PI on 1 August to write international and US professional indemnity (PI) business.
R&Q MGA opens in Manchester
Randall & Quilter has opened its first regional office in the UK for its specialist MGA platform, R&Q MGA.
New commercial director for Capita
Capita Insurance Services has appointed John Holm as commercial director.
Arista boosts motor fleet expertise
Arista has appointed Becky Trueick as motor fleet underwriter, based at its Southampton office.
Randall & Quilter says acquisition pipeline remains strong
Randall & Quilter (R&Q) will confirm that its Canadian managing general agency (MGA) will close during the company's Annual General meeting (AGM) today.
CFC launches excess facility
CFC has launched an excess underwriting capability.
Arista reports improved GWP and turnover for 2011
Arista has reported gross written premium (GWP) of £74m for 2011, a 10.5% improvement on the £67m it recorded in 2010.