Managing general agents (MGAs)
People Moves: 15-19 November 2021
Keep up to date with the latest moves in the insurance space.
MGA Fiducia launches commercial combined product
The product, which will be marketed through its broker partners, provides a range of coverages under one policy.
News Analysis - “Everybody’s service is rubbish” – insurer service uncovered
Edward Murray explores why brokers are being left out in the cold when it comes to insurer service and asks what has driven the collapse in quality
Avid launches A-rated GAP product in the UK
The product is distributed by Avid to third parties, including brokers and leasing companies, for sale to consumers.
HSB buys structural warranties specialist
HSB has revealed that the acquisition of MD Group and its MGA, MD Insurance Services, will expand its core insurance offering.
WF Risk Group repackages wholesale and MGA proposition
The two divisions have been brought together in order to allow brokers to access the Generation Underwriting and Arden Wholesale brands.
In Depth: The influence of the MGA space on schemes
Cristina Diciu explores the impact of MGAs on schemes, and examines what brokers can do to capitalise on the competitive environment, in part two of our series with Travelers.
Fidelis opens trading floor in London
The Bermuda-based specialty insurance and reinsurance provider said its new operation would enable brokers to meet with its underwriters, actuaries, wordings and claims specialists to discuss 57 lines of business.
Geo expands political violence and terrorism cover
Geo Specialty has broadened its UK political violence and terrorism policies, widening the scope of its business interruption insurance to cover loss of profits even after the property has been rebuilt and reopened.
People moves: 18-22 October 2021
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People Moves: 11-15 October 2021
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MGAA signs up first Republic of Ireland member
Dublin-based MGA Blackrock Insurance Solutions has joined the trade association.
In-depth – Niche markets: Getting to grips with the gig economy
The gig economy is growing fast and extends far beyond delivery and taxi services, which are often seen as the mainstays of this sector. Edward Murray investigates how the insurance industry is responding to new ways of working and what the opportunities…
Pen buys Manchester Underwriting
Deal brings 50 staff and £60m in GWP to the Gallagher-owned MGA.
MGA Nivante aims to bring greater choice to care sector
Co-founders Jade Knight and Melissa Kalsi tell Insurance Age about the demands care providers are facing and how the MGA can support brokers.
MGA with focus on UK care sector launches
Nivante trades exclusively through brokers and provides specialist combined insurance products for the UK care sector, including liability, property damage, and medical malpractice.
Flock reveals expansion plans as it looks to grow in the broker space
Chief revenue officer, Christen Smith, tells Insurance Age about the drone specialist's plans for growing its broker network and launching new products.
People Moves: 16 - 20 August 2021
The latest job moves in the world of insurance and broking.
Jackson Lee launches business travel scheme
The MGA revealed that the new policy, which includes a Covid-19 cancellation feature, allows brokers to build flexible, customised travel cover for clients.
Private client MGA launched
Hoxton Insurance Services trades exclusively through brokers and is backed by Hiscox.
CFC promotes Graeme Newman to CEO
Founder Dave Walsh takes on group CEO role to focus on CFC's global operations.
Inperio expands terrorism capacity
The MGA says its improved cover will allow the company to support more complex risks.
Qlaims targets further growth after expansion into personal lines
Newly appointed CEO, Liz Latter, tells Insurance Age about the company's new personal lines offering and how MGAs and brokers can work together to support customers.
Blog: Why travel insurance is more important than ever
Jackson Lee Underwriting's Dipesh Patel discusses how Covid-19 has highlighted the importance of using a broker and how brokers can help clients as international travel quotations pick up again.