Property
MMA grows micro offering
Broker-only insurer MMA is adding a series of new products to the remit of its micro underwriting team as part of a first year review.
Emergency Budget 2010: Biba fears IPT rise will lead to cuts in cover
The British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) said it is concerned that consumers and businesses will be hit by increasing insurance costs.
Allianz launches household comparison tool
Allianz Insurance has launched an online comparison service for brokers on its e-broker website using the latest independent Defaqto Compare comparison tool.
Aviva hires corporate risk chief from Mitsui
Aviva has announced that Dipak Warren will be joining them as corporate risk solutions director.
Quest Gates boosts property team
Specialist loss adjuster, Quest Gates, has announced five new appointments to its property team.
QBE raids RBSI for property claims chief
QBE has announced the appointment of Julian Millar as head of claims in its property division.
Markel relocates Scottish office
Markel (UK) Limited, the retail division of Markel International, the specialty property and casualty insurer, has relocated its office in Scotland to Glasgow.
Fusion founders Pallett and Crisp join Aspen
Aspen Insurance UK, a subsidiary of Aspen Insurance Holdings, has announced the appointment of Kevin Pallett and Geoff Crisp to launch a range of new insurance and risk management products for selected brokers and their clients in the UK market.
Axa appoints former Allianz man as property chief
Axa Insurance has appointed Tony Hutchins as its new head of property insurance. Mr Hutchins has joined from Allianz Commercial where he was UK head of property and risk control.
Lloyd's broker reveals "aggressive" growth plans following £1.4m investment
Lloyd’s broker NCG Professional Risks has unveiled plans to expand its UK retail business and explore acquisition opportunities following the announcement that it will receive a £1.4m investment, subject to regulatory approval.
Online commercial MGA partners with THB
Insureit UK, the online commercial insurance managing general agency (MGA), has chosen THB Risk Solutions as its distribution partner in time for the launch of a new range of commercial insurance solutions for brokers.
Plum outlines growth plans
Non-standard household specialist Plum Underwriting has announced a raft of changes to the business as part of its "aggressive" growth plans first announced in March.
Capita receives Lloyd's approval
Capita Managing Agency, part of the Capita Group, has announced that it has received approval from Lloyd’s to manage live syndicates.
CNA unveils senior hires
CNA Insurance Company has announced the appointments of Paul Dowling and John Taylor to the newly-created roles of chief underwriting officer, commercial lines and chief underwriting officer, specialty lines, respectively.
HDI-Gerling announces opening of regional hubs
HDI-Gerling Industrial Insurance Company UK has announced the formation of two new business divisions together with the creation of a new regional structure.
LV loses out to Fortis in charity deal
Fortis has been chosen over LV to become the insurance partner of the rebranded charity Age UK.
QBE set to double commercial property book
QBE looks set to double the size of its commercial property book as it closes in on a deal that could see it snatch £40m worth of business from Axa, Insurance Age has learnt.
Reportage - high net worth: Because they're worth it
Edward Murray looks at how upgrading standard policies to mid and high net worth can benefit both the client and broker.
Reportage - state of the market: A very British coup
Unlike our continental cousins, buying insurance online has become de rigeur for the UK public - but it is not all doom and gloom for personal lines brokers. Louise Meeson reports on the state of market.
Your letters: Will some people go to any lengths to win business?
From theBroker Forum, May http://forum.broking.co.uk
Product launches: APC extends niche product
APC has rolled out specialist cover for estate agents and letting agents to its entire agency base.
Results news: Fortis to plough on with rebranding despite loss
Fortis UK has confirmed it will complete its rebrand to Ageas by the first quarter of 2011, after announcing a £1.8m loss during Q1 2010 (Q1 2009: £4m profit).
News: QBE ambitions realised
QBE looks set to double the size of its commercial property book as it closes in on a deal that could see it snatch £40m worth of business from Axa, Insurance Age has learnt.
Client's Q&A: Hot on property
Property owner Marlene Ellicombe had to make a claim on the first day of taking cover, though Wells-based broker Higos took helping her out in its stride. PB asks her about the experience.