Articles by Katie Marriner
Adaption and innovation key themes from Ferma 2015
Insurers and brokers must be more agile to keep up with the emerging risks facing their clients, such as the sharing economy, according to commentators at the Federation of European Risk Management Associations Forum 2015.
Interview: Duncan Finch: More than a general ambition
Insurance giant Legal & General is on a mission to grow its general insurance offering in the UK. Post spoke to Duncan Finch, the man tasked with making that happen
Ferma 2015: Willis launches motor risk forecasting tool
Willis has launched a tool that allows risk managers to forecast third party motor risk across Europe.
Ferma 2015: Insurance Act guide published for Ferma members
The Federation of European Risk Management Associations has today (6 October) published a guide for its members on the implications of the Insurance Act 2015.
Ferma 2015: Ferma to forge relationship with systems provider Axco
The Federation of European Risk Management Associations is to partner with Axco Insurance Information Services to give its member associations access to Axco's database of global regulatory requirements.
Ferma 2015: Ferma appoints first CEO as Bindelle exits
The Federation of European Risk Management Associations has appointed Typhaine Beaupérin as its first CEO following the departure of executive director Florence Bindelle.
Ferma 2015: Lloyd's and Ferma to launch ‘masters' training programme
The Federation of European Risk Management Associations and Lloyd's today (6 October) launched the third edition of their joint professional development programme, including a masters' day for experienced risk managers.
Interview: Susan Stevenson: Keeping the customer happy
A background in marketing at American Express has helped Cigna CEO Susan Stevenson make sure customer service comes at the top of her list.
'Winning hearts and minds' Ross's first challenge as Towergate CEO
David Ross’s first port of call upon taking over as Towergate CEO next month will involve making sure long-term employees at the consolidator are kept onside, according to broking market commentators.
Ferma 2015: Ferma launches certification scheme at forum
The Federation of European Risk Management Associations today (5 October) launched its certification scheme, RIMAP.
Government opens evidence call for CMC review
The government has today (2 October) launched a call for evidence for a fundamental independent review into the way claims management companies are regulated.
Quarter of UK drivers confused by motor insurance coverage
More than 8.7 million UK drivers do not understand what motor insurance cover they have, according to research from the Chartered Insurance Institute.
FCA mulling deadline for PPI complaints
The Financial Conduct Authority is to consult on the introduction of a deadline for consumers intending to make a payment protection insurance complaint.
Chilton focused on moving Gallagher away from ‘opportunistic' M&A
Arthur J Gallagher International CEO Grahame Chilton wants to change the broker's M&A tactics to become more strategic following its previous "opportunistic" approach.
Markerstudy completes fifth 2015 acquisition with AA Autowindshields deal
Auto Windscreens has completed its acquisition of AA Autowindshields resulting in 200 staff joining the Markerstudy group.
OIM Underwriting enveloped into Pen brand
OIM Underwriting has rebranded to Pen Underwriting with the OIM teams known as Pen Delegated Soultions.
SMEs' concerns over competition increasing, Zurich research finds
Small and medium-sized enterprises globally are increasingly concerned about the impact of competition on margins and a lack of consumer demand, according to Zurich's third annual global SME survey.
Vincenz takes up post as Helvetia chairman
Pierin Vincenz has today (1 October) taken up the role of chairman of the board of directors at Helvetia group.
Principal Insurance buys Kendal-based Marsh broker
Principal Insurance has acquired Marsh's Kendal-based motor broking business with all six staff transferring with the business.
Ageas keeps ties with Volkswagen after emissions scandal
The Volkswagen emissions scandal is to have no impact on its partnership with Ageas, the insurer has confirmed.
FCA sees 13.6% drop in GI complaints
Complaints to the Financial Conduct Authority about general insurance and "pure protection", a group that includes payment protection insurance, decreased by 13.6% in the first half of 2015.
Risk managers admit need for new skills in face of emerging risks
More than seven out of 10 (71%) risk managers consider their overall level of influence is greater now than it was three years ago, according to Ace European Group research.
D&O insurers facing VW payout as emissions scandal rumbles on
The increased use of technology in motor vehicles has been highlighted as a grey area in determining where product liability falls, in light of the Volkswagen emissions scandal, which will likely see directors and officers' insurers on the hook.
Consumer Intelligence index notes 5.5% premium fall for young drivers
Average motor premiums for drivers under the age of 25 dropped 5.5% in the year ending August 2015, according to insurance market researcher Consumer Intelligence.