Schemes
Catch up on Cracking the Schemes market
Insurance Age’s webinar on Cracking the Schemes market is now available to view online.
Peter James Insurance ties the knot with wedding association
Peter James Insurance and Stewart Miller Insurance have been appointed as the exclusive insurance partner to the National Association of Wedding Car Professionals (NAWCP).
IIG launches contractors scheme
Incorporated Insurance Group (IIG) has launched a new contractors’ all-risks scheme, stating it made the move in response to broker demand.
Crack the schemes market with webinar
Panel of experts will explain how to get your schemes ideas off the ground in free-to-access event
Oamps adds to UK haulage product suite
Oamps has launched a fleet product designed for the UK haulage market.
Commercial Express launches property owners’ schemes
Commercial Express has launched a selection of new residential property owner’s products as well as changes to CX Let.
Higos brings Hann on board for schemes
Higos Insurance Services has appointed Ralph Hann as schemes manager from UK General where he held the same role.
Product roundup: Networks to the fore this month
It was a month dominated by networks as the likes of Broker Network, Countrywide and Purple Partnership all released an assortment of products.
A great idea is no longer enough
Converting schemes concepts into real-world commercial prospects takes time and dedication, says Tony Bloomer
Ageas UK CEO Watson commits to motor schemes market
Ageas UK CEO Andy Watson has admitted that the insurer is watching motor "very closely" as prices and profitability continue to fall.
Biba CEO White reveals rate movement report plan
British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) CEO Steve White has revealed that the trade body is looking into publishing a report that plots rate movements for a basket of insurer risk.
Bluefin confirms twin regional moves
Bluefin has announced two regional appointments to boost its Bath office and expand its Northampton schemes department respectively.
UK General unveils lifestyle excess offering
UK General has moved to broaden its schemes base with the launch of a lifestyle excess product.
Biba turnover rises by 9% to hit £3.5m
The British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) saw its turnover rise by 9% to reach £3.5m for the year ended 31 December 2012.
Das teams up with Broker Network for new scheme
Das and Towergate-owned Broker Network have launched a new commercial legal expenses scheme exclusively for Broker Network and Countrywide ‘Complete’ members.
Roundup: Products under starter’s orders
A whole array of products sped into view last month as insurers and brokers ensured the arrival of the summer silly season would not put the brakes on their new offerings.
Invicta buys Stackhouse Poland book
Invicta Insurance Services has confirmed the purchase of a portfolio of selected personal lines policies from Stackhouse Poland.
UK General and Policy Shop partner in £1m motor scheme deal
UK General has launched a non-standard motor scheme in conjunction with Coventry-based broker Policy Shop.
Biba and Kingsbridge pair up to launch PI scheme for freelancers
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has launched a professional indemnity scheme for freelance professionals in conjunction with Kingsbridge Professional Solutions.
Arista launches SME scheme with Leicestershire broker
Arista Insurance has launched its sixth scheme this year with Leicestershire broker Online Risk Solutions.
Ocaso schemes go live on Transactor
Transactor has partnered with Ocaso to distribute the insurer’s household products on its software platform.
#BibaFever takes hold at conference
The month of the annual British Insurance Brokers’ Association conference, held this year in London, always produces a veritable deluge of new products from insurers keen to woo brokers. And this year was no exception as the products rolled in on a daily…
A champagne moment that’s good for business, says UK Broker Award winner
Matthew Pyke, managing director at Lloyd & Whyte, has described winning the schemes category at the UK Broker Awards 2012 as “fantastic” and revealed that has proved useful for business.
Client view: Brokers must "have your back"
Knowing that a broker has "completely got your back" is a crucial element of professionalism, a long-term client of Darwin Clayton has told Insurance Age.