E-Trading
Principia Underwriting launches
Principia Underwriting has launched as part of the the Aquila Underwriting group of businesses.
Aggregator market set to shrink, claims Beachcroft
According to solicitors Beachcroft, the aggregator market will either dissolve or consolidate within three years and consumers will have the choice of only a "handful of aggregators".
One Group to expand into medically-impaired travel sector
One Group has announced the expansion of its business into the medically-impaired sector.
New broker claims software to be launched
Whitespace Software is launching a new web-based claims management package aimed specifically at insurance brokers.
Viewpoint: The IT challenge of Solvency II
Viewpoint from Steve Knight, general manager at Mi
Technology: All aboard the IT express
Emmanuel Kenning looks at PowerPlace's efforts to move the broker market towards a growing technological presence in commercial lines
News Analysis: RTA reforms set to launch
Emmanuel Kenning investigates the changes designed to make personal injury claims from road traffic accidents simpler, quicker and cheaper
IGI opens IRIS portal
IGI Insurance has launched its new online broker portal, IRIS
MMA joins fight against fraud with SIRA
MMA has signed up to the Syndicated Intelligence for Risk Avoidance (SIRA) system
High-net-worth - A broker bypass?
Traditionally, HNW individuals have sought advice from brokers to insure their most valued assets. Louise Meeson asks where the increasingly popular method of buying online leaves the intermediary.
Power Hour: Socially acceptable?
This month's power hour discusses the potential business opportunities of rapidly growing social media and asks how brokers of all shapes and sizes can get involved. Martin Friel reports.
Specialist website reaches out to previously blacklisted users
Specialist brokers have banded together to launch a new website designed to provide insurance for the millions of people who can't secure cover, which they claim is one in four of the population.
Industry feedback drives PowerPlace fleet launch
In response to broker feedback, PowerPlace has announced it is to launch a fleet product by June this year.
Brokers warned of credit card security shake-up
Brokers must comply with new credit card security standards or risk facing financial penalties in the future, industry experts have warned.
Anti-social networking brokers to miss out if UK follows US trends
Brokers that refuse to embrace social media may miss out on significant business opportunities, according to new consumer research.
IIB gives website a makeover
The Institute of Insurance Brokers’ (IIB) website has undergone a revamp
1 Answer Network releases online mid-HNW offering
1 Answer Network has launched a new RSA-backed online product aimed at the ‘mid high-net-worth’ sector.
Confused boosts motor insurance panel
Nationwide has joined Confused.com's panel of motor insurance providers.
One Business Insurance wins fleet deal
One Business Insurance, part of Brightside Group, has announced its intention to offer "market-leading" premiums on fleet insurance to Navman Wireless’ customer base
Exeter and Pioneer launch online broker portal
Specialist private medical insurance (PMI) provider Exeter Friendly has launched a new online broker portal together with sister brand income protection (IP) business Pioneer.
PowerPlace establishes regional structure to grow broker partnerships
PowerPlace has restructured its 36-strong field based sales and consultant team into three regions, each to be managed by three newly appointed senior regional managers.
TGS confident in becoming top software house
Transactor Global Solutions (TGS) will become the software house of choice for the broking community and quadruple in size by 2013, according to its chief technology officer