Articles by Jonathan Swift
Lockton opens first office in Nordic region
The opening of the Norway office represents Lockton's first footsteps into the Nordic region, and with further international expansion planned for the future.
Aviva launches new online brand Quote Me Happy
Aviva today introduced a brand for internet shoppers who prefer to shop on price comparison sites and manage their insurance online.
Willis and Ace Europe claim London Market e-accounting first
The London-based operations of Ace and Willis today announced the successful launch of a full electronic accounting process between the two companies - a London Market Group (LMG) non bureau project first.
Willis and Ace Europe claim London Market e-accounting first
The London-based operations of Ace and Willis today announced the successful launch of a full electronic accounting process between the two companies - a London Market Group (LMG) non bureau project first.
Admiral shares fall 7.5% in early trades
Admiral shares was the biggest loser on Britain's benchmark FTSE 100 index in the first two hours or trading this morning.
Ageas UK reports £23.7m H1 insurance profit
Ageas UK has reported total income up 84.5% to £882.0m for the first six months of 2011 compared to same period 2010.
Admiral sees 38% jump in ancillary profit as it records £160.6m PBT at H1
Admiral has recorded a profit before tax at £160.6 million for the first six months of 2011, 27% ahead of H1 2010, while turnover rose 53% to £1.1bn.
Ex-Aviva CEO Snowball extends Suncorp contract until 2015
Suncorp Group Limited today announced chief executive Patrick Snowball would move from a fixed term employment contract to a rolling contract.
Boulogne Bound: How a UK broker set established a foothold in France
Allen & Allen has been in France for over a decade. Jonathan Swift talked to CEO Tony Allen about how it exported its customer service ethos and best practices to make Autofirst a success.
A&A seeks CEO before Euro push
Non-standard motor broking specialist A&A Group has outlined ambitious plans to expand its European footprint, ahead of a potential cash injection.
BIS countdown - John Pollock: Managing the media
Legal & General’s John Pollock has a passion to improve the social profile of the insurance industry. He tells Jonathan Swift how it needs to unite to build consumer trust and improve its media standing.
Post Blog: The true value of awards
What's the value in winning an industry award?
Join Allianz, Groupama, BMS, Novae, SSP, CII and Lancashire in signing up for the Insurance Cup
With the football leagues in England and Scotland now underway, there has never been a better time to think about dusting off the boots and signing up for The Prince's Trust Insurance Cup.
Jack Straw confirmed for annual Post Claims Event on 12 October
Former Justice Secretary and outspoken critic of referral fees Jack Straw will address the annual Post Claims Event on 12 October, Postonline can reveal.
Shadow Treasury minister tells Osborne to take Solvency II "more seriously"
Chris Leslie MP, shadow financial secretary to the Treasury, today called on the Chancellor to initiate higher level debate on the effects of Solvency II on UK consumers and business.
Groupama reports rise in net income despite €84m Greece hit
Groupama SA has reported premium income of €8.4bn for the first six months of 2011, down -2.5% on a like-for-like consolidation and exchange rate basis.
Shadow Treasury minister tells Osborne to take Solvency II "more seriously"
Chris Leslie MP, shadow financial secretary to the Treasury, today called on the Chancellor to initiate higher level debate on the effects of Solvency II on UK consumers and business.
AIG CEO hails return of AIG as "an investment-grade company"
The CEO and president of AIG has heralded its Q2 financials as a sign that it is again "an investment-grade company independent of government support".
RBS Insurance Q2 COR improves to 99% and profit doubles to £139m
Royal Bank of Scotland Insurance this morning reported that its operating profit has doubled to £139m from the previous quarter and improved even more from the corresponding period last year (Q2 2010: £203m loss).
Groupama UK arm reports decline in fleet driven by taxi book
Groupama today revealed that premium income for its UK arm rose by +0.9% to €276m (£240m) at 30 June 2011.
Giles confirms redundancies may be needed to "achieve benefits" of CBG deal
Giles has today admitted that in order to achieve the planned benefits of the acquisition of CBG, some operational restructuring will be required following completion of the deal, which may lead to some redundancies.
Aviva reports 21% jump in European profits in first half of 2011
Aviva this morning reported that its European business reported an IFRS operating profit up 21% to £525m in the first six months of 2011 (HY10: £434m).
Axa sees P&C revenue up 3% to Euros 15.4bn in first half of 2011
Axa Group has revealed that underlying earnings are up 10% to Euro 2.2bn (£1.34bn) in the first half of 2011.
RSA sees growth in Scandinavia, Ireland and Eastern/Central Europe
RSA this morning said its international arm - which includes most of Europe - saw a jump in premium of 11% to £2089m (8% at constant exchange) in the first half of 2011.