Articles by Ryan Hewlett
Insurers must fight fraud in the courtroom: Justice Kearns
Insurers must fight back against exaggerated and fraudulent personal injury claims in court, the chairman of Ireland’s Personal Injury Commission has said.
Irish PI compensation changes a 'major step forward for the market'
Guideline changes to personal injury lawsuit compensation in the Republic of Ireland is a “major step forward for the market,” one of the country’s top lawyers has said.
AIG names Gallo CIO as Fasano steps down
AIG has appointed Martha Gallo as chief information officer replacing Philip Fasano, who has left the company to pursue other opportunities.
Faster claims payments a 'significant milestone' for TOM
The London market has reached a "significant milestone" in its modernisation programme by improving services and infrastructure for the market back office.
Sompo Canopius boosts heavy industry through Lloyd’s consortium
Sompo Canopius’s heavy industry team has secured additional capacity for its mining cover from Travelers Syndicate 5000 at Lloyd’s.
Axis to take £41m Ogden rate hit
Specialty insurer and reinsurer Axis Capital will take a £41m hit from the reduction in the Ogden discount rate.
Dale Underwriting Partners appoints COO
Dale Underwriting Partners has appointed Mark Channell as chief operations officer.
P&I Clubs face pricing pressure: AM Best
Underwriters in the marine protection and indemnity sector must exercise underwriting discipline as their ship-owning members continue to face economic pressure, AM Best has warned.
Solvency II safeguards mean no need for EU rule change
The safeguards provided by Solvency II mean that a new EU framework on recovery and resolution for insurers is not required, according to Insurance Europe.
Arnott Marine brings cargo MGA back to market
Arnott Marine has relaunched its cargo managing general agent one year after retrieving the brand from AJ Gallagher.
Broker Network forms five-strong insurer panel
Broker Network has formed a five-strong panel of insurer partners made up of Ageas, Allianz, Axa, NIG and RSA.
Go Compare to invest in start-up insurtech businesses
Go Compare is looking to invest in start-up insurtech businesses to help the aggregator website reach new customers, says CEO Matthew Crummack.
One in four insurers failing mobile users
A quarter of insurers in the UK are failing to meet customers demand for a mobile and tablet optimised online experience.
Kennedys hires Hill Dickinson casualty team
International law firm Kennedys is to hire a 24-strong team from Hill Dickinson to boost its national personal injury practice.
Brit launches US cyber team
Brit has launched new cyber and technology team for Brit Global Specialty USA, with Michael Carr appointed as senior vice president, to lead the offering.
The NRC: From Russia with tough love
The Russian Federation has launched a state-backed reinsurer that will take a hefty slice of outward reinsurance contracts and is raising fears that the London market could lose out.
AGCS to reduce headcount by up to 10%
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty is to reduce staff numbers by as much as 10%.
Crawford & Company reports improved financial results for 2016
Crawford & Company has reported improved financial results in 2016 with a net income attributable to shareholders of $36m (£28.9m), up from a net loss of $45.5m in 2015.
Hiscox shortlists two locations for post-Brexit base
Lloyd’s of London underwriter Hiscox said it has shortlisted two European Union countries and was in talks with regulators to set up a new insurance base to continue servicing clients after Britain leaves the EU.
'Mixed bag' for London market says Hiscox MD
Hiscox’s London market business has presented an inconsistent and mixed operating year for the insurer, according to Steve Langan, CEO of Hiscox Insurance.
Asta invests in Arma Underwriting
Lloyd’s managing general agent Asta is to finance the development of Arma Underwriting, a London and Dubai reinsurance MGA.
Hiscox posts 'record' 2016 as UK and Europe profits double
Insurer Hiscox has reported a "record" profit of £354m for 2016, an increase of 64%, driven by a benign claims environment and strong investment return.
MS Amlin boosts marine with Phoenix acquisition
Global specialty insurer MS Amlin, is to acquire 100% of the equity of Phoenix Underwriters, a Hong Kong based managing general agent specialising in yachts, super yachts and commercial craft.
Travelers to pay legal costs for PIP Breast Implant claimants
Travelers Insurance Company has to pay legal costs for a number PIP Breast Implant claimants, the High Court has ruled.