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Aviva named as potential buyer for RSA
RSA's geographical footprint would be complementary to Aviva's, claims Berenberg analyst.
Nordic insurer Sampo most likely candidate to buy and break up RSA, says UBS
Allianz or Zurich most suited to buy provider's UK business, according to analyst.
UK General adds ex-NIG director Woollam to commercial management team
New addition to help boost insurer's network of broker partners.
Polaris renews imarket contract with IBM
imarket confirms that quotation volumes tripled on the previous year while new business volumes doubled.
Ecclesiastical appoints McNab as group casualty underwriter
New leader joins from QBE.
The Undercover Insurer Episode Three: Ian McManus, head of personal lines broker at Zurich Insurance, visits Coast
Zurich's head of personal lines broker, Ian McManus, has gone undercover to quiz the staff of niche specialist broker Coast.
Lloyd's of London unveils Inga Beale as chief executive
Canopius group chief executive will assume the role in the New Year, becoming the first female to lead the London market.
Liberty Mutual names new Leeds branch head
Former Zurich manager John Meehan will replace the retiring John Dakin.
Zurich unveils Tim Holliday as UK personal lines MD
Raft of senior changes sees Pete Wing reverse retirement decision announced in October.
The Undercover Insurer Episode Two: Be Wiser gets a visit from Zurich’s Trudi Archer
Andover-based broker features in the second instalment of the five-part video series.
Expertise Live: State of play in SME
The final Expertise Live event of 2014, held in London in association with Zurich, saw attendees discuss the current state of the SME market.
Zurich report finds more than a third of SMEs enjoyed Q3 growth
SME growth and confidence on the up despite growing workforce challenges.
The Undercover Insurer Episode One: Zurich’s Gareth McChesney visits Autoline
Today sees the launch of Insurance Age’s new five part video series The Undercover Insurer.
Expertise in Action: Broker: Standing out
In an increasingly competitive marketplace, brokers can gain an edge by specialising in niche areas and strengthening their regional focus
Expertise in Action: Generalist versus Specialist
How much do prospective customers place on their insurer and broker’s specialist knowledge when buying insurance? And does it become stronger depending on the size of the niche?
Expertise in Action: Broker: Sharper focus
Combining a generalist approach with specialist knowledge is essential for insurers seeking to differentiate themselves from the competition.
Aviva takes Zurich’s Holmes as insurance CFO
Provider appoints new financial head for general insurance in UK and Ireland.
Aon Risk Solutions adds public service director at Glasgow branch
Broker adds expertise to Scottish public sector offering.
Zurich records a 79% profit rise
UK general insurance MD Steve Lewis warns of complacency.
Expertise Live: Building a better future
Construction was the issue up for discussion at the fourth Expertise Live event of 2013, held in association with Zurich.
Aspen swoops for Zurich chief
Ann Haugh lands London-based twin role.
Zurich to cut over 100 jobs as it moves claims roles to Endsleigh
Personal lines MD John Dyke to leave as provider restructures division.
Takeover rumours
The rumours that pretty much everyone is looking to buy RSA made for an exciting day on the Insurance Age editorial desks this week.
Expertise in Action: Supporting profitable growth for brokers
The trading landscape for brokers continues to be one marked by tough competition and tight margins.