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Aviva appoints new European CEO
Aviva has appointed Jiri Schneller as chief executive of Aviva Czech Republic.
Aviva appoints new European CEO
Aviva has appointed Jiri Schneller as chief executive of Aviva Czech Republic.
"Softer" skills key for risk managers finds Ace survey
Risk managers who can demonstrate a mastery of the so-called ‘softer’ skills are increasingly one step ahead of their peers when it comes to unlocking the door to the most senior risk management roles.
Ace launches real-time monitoring tool
Multinational clients of Ace UK are set to benefit from real-time management and monitoring of their insurance programmes with the launch of Worldview this week, a web-based portal clients can access direct from their desktops.
Passion is important
Passion and politics are just as important as technical skills when it comes to securing today's top risk management roles.
Ace appoints new aviation boss
Ace Global Markets has named Malcolm Brett as its new product line head of aviation following John Green’s decision to step down from the role.
Ace strikes global deal
Ace has appointed Cega Group Services to support its corporate travel insurance policyholders with the provision of emergency medical assistance.
Willis raids RSA for Russia and Middle East boss
Willis Group has appointed Scott Pickering CEO, Russia, Eastern Europe, the Middle East and South Africa, effective immediately.
Allianz tops Towergate service survey
Latest research conducted by Towergate Risk Solutions has revealed Allianz as the top performing key insurer servicing its broking operations.
BIBA 2010: Ace launches four new enhanced business covers
Ace UK was today due to launch a suite of new products targeting companies with one or more overseas branches, retailers, hotel groups and machinery manufacturers.
Oil spill could cost $3.5bn
The Deepwater Horizon oil slick approaching the Louisiana coastline could cost the insurance industry $3.5bn (£2.3bn).
Ace Q1 net income up 33%
Ace has reported its net income is up in Q1, but its combined ratio has also risen following heavy catastrophe losses.
Deepwater Horizon oil rig continues leaking oil as claims rise
Owner BP expects its self-insurance and captive insurance to cover costs associated with a massive clean-up effort, which has been said to be costing $6m a day.
Markel builds trade credit team with hires
Markel International intends to build its trade credit division on an excess-of-loss insurance offering after three more senior underwriters joined the insurer from Ace Group.
Bermuda insurers on slip for US oil rig explosion - sources
Ace, Axis Capital and Lancashire are all on the slip for the US oil rig which exploded in Louisiana earlier this week, according to Reinsurance sources.
Markel raids Ace to launch trade credit division
Property and casualty insurer has launched a new trade credit division, following the appointment of Ewa Rose in January 2010.
Ace Bermuda appoints new exec VP
Ace Bermuda, the Bermudian subsidiary of Ace, has said that Judy Gonsalves has been appointed executive vice president.
Post Europe Interview: Anne-Sofia Hedin
Sweden has attracted a lot of attention recently, not least because of RSA's growth plans there and the opening of a new Lloyd's representative office. Lynn Rouse speaks to Markel's general manager in Sweden Anne-Sofia Hedin to get a better of idea why…
Insurance Insight Interview: Anne-Sofia Hedin
Sweden has attracted a lot of attention recently, not least because of RSA's growth plans there and the opening of a new Lloyd's representative office. Lynn Rouse speaks to Markel's general manager in Sweden Anne-Sofia Hedin to get a better of idea why…
Ace Tempest Re appoints head of international
Steve Roberts has been promoted to managing director of Ace Tempest Re International, which includes operations in London, Zurich, Sao Paulo and Shanghai.
Ace extends environmental offering
Ace UK has launched an environmental protect policy offering coverage for both SMEs and multinational operations.
Ace boosts trade credit team
Specialty insurer Ace Global Markets has made five appointments to its trade credit teams in London and New York.
Ace promotes Kenneth Riegler
Mr Riegler to lead multinational client group in North America and Ace USA's foreign casualty division
Ace adds accident and health cover to online offering
Ace has launched five new accident and health products on its UK broker e-commerce platform.