Articles by Martin Croucher
56% worry about insurance of driverless cars
More than half of drivers worry they will automatically be classed as ‘at fault’ by insurers if they are involved in an accident with a driverless car, according to a survey.
TMK launches aviation consortium
A general aviation consortium has been launched on the Lloyd’s Asia platform by Tokio Marine Kiln.
Hastings attributes growth to ‘agility’ on price comparison sites
A growth of 29% in gross written premiums by Hastings in the first quarter was due to the company’s “elastic” pricing structure via comparison sites, the company’s chief financial officer said.
Zurich aims to grow diversity – without quotas
Zurich Insurance is committed to diversity within its organisation, but will never introduce quotas in hiring, the company’s CEO said.
Officials raid two CMCs as part of wider crackdown
Two rogue claims management companies suspected of ripping off hundreds of people have been raided as part of a wider crackdown.
Xchanging CFO resigns after CSC acquisition
Xchanging chief financial officer David Bauernfeind has resigned from his role following the company’s acquisition by CSC.
Quiz of the week - 6 May 2016
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Allianz claims ‘business as usual’ in broker relations following restructure
Allianz said it will aim to forge closer ties with brokers following its restructuring on May 1.
Esure sees Q1 GWP growth of 15.5%
Esure has seen its gross written premiums rise by 15.5% to £151m in the first quarter.
CSC completes deal with Xchanging
US-headquartered CSC announced it has completed its acquisition of Xchanging.
Hester: Still more to do to ensure RSA meets profit forecasts
RSA is on target to achieve or exceed its forecasts for operating profit this year, Group CEO Stephen Hester said.
Broker Network to return to role as ‘independent voice’ following partial MBO
Three senior executives appointed to the Broker Network in recent months have been involved in a partial management buyout, with plans to take the network back to its roots.
Allianz: £5m spent on litigation is ‘priceless’ in terms of deterrent effect
Allianz spends an average of £5m every quarter defending against spurious claims, but last quarter saved £2.5m.
Axa looks to exit life and savings
Axa UK will sell a portion of its business to Standard Life, and is looking at making further asset sales.
GRP set to make more acquisitions after latest Northern Ireland deal
Global Risk Partners is looking for more regional acquisitions across the country after investing in two brokers in Northern Ireland.
Axa CEO takes over as head of IFB
Amanda Blanc, CEO of Axa UK and Ireland, has been appointed chair of the Insurance Fraud Bureau.
Direct Line sees Q1 GWP growth of 4.2%
Direct Line Insurance Group has seen its gross written premiums rise by 4.2% in the first quarter, compared to the same period last year.
Watchstone Group faces £11m claims from ex-Quindell investors
The company, formerly known as Quindell, could face claims worth over £11m from 440 disgruntled shareholders.
Couple in Birmingham Airport blunder ‘wouldn’t have been able to claim on insurance’
The couple who booked a flight from the ‘wrong Birmingham’ may have been given a free holiday in consolation, but they would not have been able to claim on their travel insurance.
Allianz Group reports 21% growth in first quarter earnings
Allianz Group has seen its earnings increase to €2.2bn (£1.7bn) from €1.8bn in the same period last year.
Everest Re appoints Knipper as Europe head
Stephan Knipper has joined Everest Re as managing director for Continental Europe, based in Zurich.
Alexander Miller boss among those calling for Brexit
Senior brokers have joined over 100 City names in signing a letter calling for Brexit.
In Depth: Social media investigations the first line of defence in fighting fraud
Information gleaned from open public sources is admissible in court.
20% increase in jobs at mutual insurers since crisis
Globally there has been a 20% rise in the number of jobs at mutual insurers since the financial crisis, according to a report.