Analysis
Piracy: Safer seas
With a more stable Somalia and improved maritime security, will the downward trend in piracy attacks continue, or will incidents in East African and South-East Asian waters ensure rough seas in future?
My Licence: Seal of approval
While the My Licence driver data-sharing initiative may have some obstacles to overcome, the industry consensus is that it should benefit all parties involved in motor insurance.
In Series: Motor: Communication breakdown
The way motor insurers and bodyshops keep in touch with customers throughout the repair process is fundamentally flawed. How can it be improved?
Europe: Ecall opportunities
What does the long-anticipated road safety initiative Ecall – set to be introduced across the EU in October 2015 – mean for the insurance industry?
The rise of price comparison sites in South East Asia
Price comparison websites are gaining in popularity in South East Asia as consumers catch on to the benefits of shopping around for insurance writes Nicky Burridge.
Review of the Year: Broker: Action packed
Major acquisitions and people moves across the sector meant 2013 was a busy year for brokers – so how do broking bigwigs feel about the past 12 months?
International: Europe boards the telematics train
European powerhouse Germany is the latest country to show an appetite for collecting driving data. But the global spread isn’t stopping there.
Legal Update: Mesothelioma Claims: Ministry of Justice’s mesothelioma reforms only complete half the job
Nick Pargeter says the government is failing both claimants and insurers by abandoning fixed costs.
Review of the Year: General Insurance: A year of red tape
With the implementation of the Jackson reforms and the start of twin peaks regulation, reform and regulation dominated a mixed 2013 for the general insurance sector
Europe: Telematics around the world
"Black", "box" and "technology" have become buzzwords for the insurance industry, with firms of all stripes seeking to incorporate more data into both their underwriting and claims processes to give insurers a better idea of customer risks.
Review of the Year: Legal: A year of change
2013 was a huge year for the legal sector, with both positive and negative changes coming thick and fast. How have key figures in the industry reacted to such a period of change?
Review of the Year: Lloyd’s: 325 not out
After celebrating its 325th birthday this year, Lloyd’s is still looking to innovate. Key figures in the market review the past 12 months and look forward to the coming year.
International: Europe: Weathering the storm
In the wake of devastation caused by typhoon Haiyan in the Phillippines, what is the future for insurance in disaster-prone regions?
2013 review: Singapore's expanding expertise
2013 has been another busy year for Singapore’s insurance sector as it continues to evolve as a regional hub writes Justin Harper.
Russia round-up: The fall of Rossia
The long-running conflict over motor third party liability insurance between the Russian government and insurance companies initially rocked the industry boat - however, in general, the insurance market remained steady this quarter (though not without…
Russia round-up: The fall of Rossia
The long-running conflict over motor third party liability insurance between the Russian government and insurance companies initially rocked the industry boat - however, in general, the insurance market remained steady this quarter (though not without…
Review of the Year: Loss Adjusting: Outlook unclear
Benign weather, regulation speculation and insurer panel reviews turned what began as a positive year for loss adjusters into a period of uncertainty. How do key figures from the sector feel about the past 12 months?
Review of the Year: Health Insurance: Return to health
Health insurance personalities reflect on the past year and look forward to 2014, with high hopes for improving customer service and numbers as well as seeing an end to the EHIC scandal.
International: Stormy weather
The extent to which insurance can and should be used to help manage climate risk has long been debated, and as leaders met in Warsaw for the United Nations convention on climate change last week, it was once again on the agenda.
Expertise in Action: Broker: Sharper focus
Combining a generalist approach with specialist knowledge is essential for insurers seeking to differentiate themselves from the competition.
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
Q&A: Craig Cannonier and Bob Richards: Bermudian bigwigs
Bermuda’s Premier and Finance Minister discuss the island’s insurance industry and its relationship with the UK market.
Lloyd’s: A period of adjustment
In a challenging year for the market, how is Lloyd’s responding to regulatory changes, international competition and the potential threat posed by passive underwriting structures?
Green Deal: Green living
With the Energy Act imposing new energy‑efficiency standards on commercially and privately let properties by April 2018, what do the changes mean for the insurance industry?