Articles by Emmanuel Kenning
HPS to fund Broker Network acquisition drive
Network boss Andy Fairchild hopeful of completing first deal before end of 2016.
Video: Power hour - motor trade
Specialist motor trade brokers met up with Allianz to discuss the hot topics in the market.
AmTrust buys Arc Legal
Deal adds 14 million policies to USA-led firm.
Gable closes to new business
Insurer posts £24.3m pre-tax loss for 2015.
ABI: Theresa May appointment a “positive day”
Trade body vows to work closely with government over insurance industry Brexit issues.
New underwriting structure will make life easier for brokers, promises Charles Franks
Tokio Marine Kiln brings underwriting into four divisions.
Tokio Marine Kiln restructures underwriting divisions
Non-London teams to work on sector lines rather than by geographical locations.
Former FCA boss Wheatley paid £827,000 for final year
Increase includes pay to 31 July 2016 after leaving in September last year.
GRP set to swoop for One Commercial from Primary Group - report
Lorica CEO Matt Bray says the broker is not in talks with GRP.
Power hour: Driving change in motor trade
The motor trade market is evolving with the rise of autonomous vehicles, electric cars and changing consumer purchasing habits, but the sector still also has to deal with more traditional risks
Una adds Berns Brett as a new member
Second agreement in a week takes alliance up to 13 members.
Editor’s letter: July/August 2016
“It is time for a positive problem solving mindset and the insurance industry will have a crucial role to play in the debate”
Allianz targets motor trade with product refresh
Insurer says it is aiming for top spot in the UK.
Bluefin buys Osbornes Insurance Oxford
Consolidator strikes deal with Bluefin Network member.
Ex-Aviva employee sentenced for fraud
Customer manager in Scotland stole over £5,000.
Markerstudy buys telematics firm Drivology
Company confirms push for telematics and app based business.
Cowens joins Una
Alliance of brokers hints at further membership expansion in 2016.
FCA issues statement on financial regulation status after Brexit vote
Regulator monitoring developments and liaising with Bank of England.
Biba commits to working with government on Brexit
Trade body recognises the ramifications of the results will cause concerns for members.
Lloyd’s reacts to Brexit vote
Chairman stresses that the business will be unchanged for the next two years.
HDI opens in Scotland with Glasgow office
Insurer appoints new senior development underwriter in expansion push.
Swinton closes Leek branch
Newspaper report reveals customers to be serviced from Hanley branch.
Broker Network poised to go down acquisition route
Members give unanimous welcome to prospect of new capital for the network.
Cavere Insurance launches Flood Re enabled home insurance
Product for brokers is underwritten by Ageas.