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Tysers on the necessity for ‘data-driven’ transformations
Steve Jolley, chief information officer at Tysers, shares how the company transitioned from a traditional to a “truly data-driven” digital insurance platform with low-code.
Laka reveals plans to become the ‘European leader’ in green mobility insurance
London-based startup Laka has secured more than €7.6m (£6.63m) in its recent funding round, and announced its latest acquisition in European expansion plans.
McLarens aims to become the go-to adjuster for hospitality claims
Rebecca Webster, McLaren’s broker development lead, shares why the claims services provider has launched its hospitality offering and what challenges lie ahead.
Aviva exits Singlife joint venture; Clearspeed and PWC partner; Cila elects president
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
By Miles co-founder reveals next project
By Miles co-founder Callum Rimmer has unveiled his latest start-up aimed at tackling “slow” and “expensive” pricing software issues that plague the insurance industry.
Markel launches construction proposition; Pen secures solcitors' PI capacity; Partners& acquires Nex Gen
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Specialist Risk Group's latest deal; Animal Friends partners with Costco and Gauntlet joins Brokerbility
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Q&A: Gary Brown, McLarens
Gary Brown, CEO of McLarens, speaks to Insurance Post about the loss adjuster's growth, global claims trends and preparing for catastrophic events.
Aviva expands underwriting appetite; Flood Flash with Hiscox; Dual deal
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
FCA to make Digital Sandbox permanently available for insurers
Following two successful pilots, the Financial Conduct Authority will make its Digital Sandbox available permanently for firms in the insurance sector from 1 August 2023.
Bain Capital is back after LV deal fallout
Bain Capital Insurance is focused on pursuing middle market transactions in North America and Europe after it announced the final close of its inaugural private equity fund at $1.15bn.
Michelle Taylor joins Aviva from Zurich in commercial lines and distribution reshuffle
Aviva has announced a raft of changes to the structure of its commercial lines and distribution leadership teams, including four new hires.
Direct Line ordered by FCA to reassess historical total loss claims
The Financial Conduct Authority has ordered the motor insurer to go back through five years of claims, after admitting it had underpaid some car and van insurance customers.
Furness to leave Covéa after 30 years
Covéa Insurance has selected Georges de Macedo as chief executive and Chris Moat as chairman of its board of directors.
Wallife launches digital identity theft insurance in the UK
Italian MGA Wallife has identified a big protection gap in the UK insurance market and has launched its digital identity solution to protect consumers.
Scor’s former CEO and chairman Denis Kessler dies
Denis Kessler, chairman of Scor and former chief executive, has died aged 71.
Lloyd’s to publish ESG plans after net zero criticism
Lloyd’s of London chiefs have promised to "comment more expansively" on ESG guidance in September, as the industry moves to an “action phase.”
Bronek Masojada appointed Sirius Point chair
Former Hiscox boss Bronek Masojada has been appointed chair of Sirius Point’s board of directors, effectively immediately.
Insurance veteran Sir David Brewer dies
Sir David Brewer, a former Lord Mayor of the City London and former president of the Insurance Institute of London, has died aged 83.
Simon McGinn to step down as Allianz Commercial CEO
Simon McGinn, chief executive of Allianz Commercial, is set to step down on 1 July, the insurer announced.
Applied Systems expands commercial lines; Value Space invests; and Avid opts for Allianz for capacity
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.