Articles by Jonathan Swift
Fitch rates Groupama as an 'A'
Fitch Ratings has today assigned Groupama and four of its core insurance subsidiaries Insurer financial strength ratings of 'A'.
Regulator gives Quinn green light for partial UK underwriting return
The Financial Regulator has today modified the direction issued to Quinn Insurance to permit the company to write motor insurance cover for provisional driver licence holders in the United Kingdom (including Northern Ireland).
Quinn Insurance given £5.5m in UK government grants
Quinn Insurance has received £5.5m in government support in Northern Ireland alone, according to the latest reports.
Ex Swiss Re ILS head joins Willis for capital markets push
Willis has appointed Bill Dubinsky as managing director and head of insurance-linked securities for its Willis Capital Markets & Advisory arm.
Broker's technology unit boosted with win
CBG Group – the insurance broker and financial services intermediary – has added photography specialist, sUAVe UAV Enterprises, to its portfolio.
Quinn Insurance given £5.5m in UK government grants
Quinn Insurance has received £5.5m in government support in Northern Ireland alone, according to the latest reports.
Aviva appoints new strategy director
Aviva France has appointed Pierre-Emmanuel Lefebvre as deputy director of strategy and development. Stanislas Belot is to replace him as secretary of the executive committee.
Aviva appoints new strategy director
Aviva France has appointed Pierre-Emmanuel Lefebvre as deputy director of strategy and development. Stanislas Belot is to replace him as secretary of the executive committee.
ABI hits out at "act of God" myth over travel claims
The Association of British Insurers has hit out at the "urban myth" that insurers are relying on an “Act of God” clause to refuse claims from customers stranded abroad by the ongoing aviation disruption.
AIG linked with Goldman Sachs legal action as Clegg weighs in
AIG is reported to be considering action against Goldman Sachs.
Hiscox backs new underwriting start up
White Oak Underwriting Agency has commenced underwriting, initially targetting the 'automobile and mobile equipment industries'.
FSA playing hard ball over Quinn's UK return
The Financial Services Authority is reported to be playing hard ball over Quinn's re-entry into the UK insurance market.
FSA playing hard ball over Quinn's UK return
The Financial Services Authority is reported to be playing hard ball over Quinn's re-entry into the UK insurance market.
Airline body slams lack of co-ordination over volcanic groundings
The International Air Transport Association has criticised European governments for what it claims is a "lack of leadership in handling airspace restrictions in light of the Icelandic volcano eruption". It urged a re-think of the decision-making process.
Airline body slams lack of co-ordination over volcanic groundings
The International Air Transport Association has criticised European governments for what it claims is a "lack of leadership in handling airspace restrictions in light of the Icelandic volcano eruption". It urged a re-think of the decision-making process.
Axa reacts as watchdog blocks deal
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has today decided to oppose National Australia Bank's proposed acquisition of Axa Asia Pacific Holdings, and not to oppose AMP's proposed acquisition.
Axa reacts as watchdog blocks deal
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has today decided to oppose National Australia Bank's proposed acquisition of Axa Asia Pacific Holdings, and not to oppose AMP's proposed acquisition.
Biba 2010: The Claims Perspective
The Biba conference is well known as a gathering place for UK insurers to court brokers. But what of those associated with claims? Post asked the bosses of a number of these firms what their hopes are for this year¹s event, continuing with Darren Coombes…
Biba 2010: the London Market View
With this year¹s Biba conference being held in the capital, Post thought it appropriate to ask a number of companies traditionally more associated with the London market why they are exhibiting and what they hope to get out of the event. This week we…
Quinn UK re-opening D-day tomorrow as individuals cited for woes
It has been claimed that the Financial Regulator is investigating improper conduct by individuals as well as at the failure of systems and internal controls which led to Quinn Insurance's solvency problems.
Start up lines up Deutsche Bank and Macquarie for UK float
Long Bay Re, a newly established Class 3 reinsurer registered under Bermuda law, has announced its intention to float on AIM.
Quinn UK re-opening D-day tomorrow as individuals cited for woes
It has been claimed that the Financial Regulator is investigating improper conduct by individuals as well as at the failure of systems and internal controls which led to Quinn Insurance's solvency problems.
Comment - MoJ reforms: Roadworthy
Reforms to speed up the claims of those injured in road traffic accidents are imminent ‹ and it is in everyone¹s interest to make them work, says Nick Starling.
Rebuilding costs fall in Q1
The cost of rebuilding a house has fallen 1.5% in the first quarter of 2010 compared with the same period in 2009, according to figures produced by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors’ Building Cost Information Service.