Articles by Tracey Jones
Bluefin opens Bromley office
Bluefin has moved its Private Clients contact centre operation from West Wickham to new larger premises in Bromley to accommodate rapid expansion plans for 2013.
Energy changes offer opportunities for insurers
The changing energy landscape will provide new growth opportunities for insurers, according to Swiss Re's latest report.
Willis takes D&O cover down under
Willis has rolled out its Darcstar directors all risks cover across the Asia-Pacific region to Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia.
Willis launches D&O product in Asia-Pacific region
Willis has introduced its Darcstar directors all risks cover to Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia.
Delhi drivers to face emissions-linked insurance
Motor insurance in India may soon be linked to a vehicle's emissions as part of new regulations aimed at cutting pollution in Delhi.
Miller appointment strengthens marine team
Miller has enhanced its marine capabilities with the appointment of stock throughput, cargo and project cargo insurance broking specialist Tony Robinson.
Fitch issues negative outlook for Italian insurers
Fitch Ratings has issued the Italian insurance industry with a negative rating outlook for 2013, indicating an elevated risk of downgrades for Italian insurers over the next 12 to 24 months.
Superstorm Sandy: direct wind not to blame for buildings damage
Damage from storm surge and flooding caused by superstorm Sandy is widespread and extensive, but there is only minor damage to buildings from direct wind, according to a report released today by Willis Re.
Petroleum and gas secretary front runner in IRDA chairman race
Girish Chandra Chaturvedi is being tipped to take the helm of India's Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority when the term of current chairman J Harinarayan comes to an end early next year.
Germany-based businesses more likely to succeed, says Coface report
Corporate insolvency laws, profitability and stable sources of funding are among the reasons German companies are less likely to fail than those based in France, a Coface report has found.
PICC IPO valuation hits $20.8bn
People's Insurance Co (Group) of China is planning a listing that will value the state-owned insurer at around $20.8bn, according to a Market Watch report.
Covéa reveals executive team line-up
Covéa Insurance, the business created from the merger of MMA Insurance and Provident Insurance, has confirmed the members of its executive team.
UIB appoints ERC divisional director
United Insurance Brokers has named Lachlan Munn as divisional director of Engineering Risk Consultants.
Catlin sees increase in GWP
Catlin's International underwriting hub saw gross written premiums increase 17% to $727m.
Arig logs profit in Q3
Arig has announced a net profit of $10.3m nine months into 2012.
Ace chairman: Innovation and collaboration key to future London insurance market success
London's insurance industry must avoid complacency and reinforce its position as the global centre for insurance through innovation, collaboration and recognition of the shift towards emerging markets, according to Andrew Kendrick.
Dual launches general liability division
Dual will write speciality liability business from a new division led by John Murphy.
Local broker to continue NCFC sponsorship
Norwich-based broker Alan Boswell Group is to sponsor Norwich City Football Club for the fourth consecutive year.
India-based GI insurers see rise in premiums
General insurance companies in India have seen an 18.6% rise in premiums in the current financial year.
Swiss Re obtains hurricane and mortality risks in industry first
Swiss Re has obtained $200m in coverage against North Atlantic hurricane and UK extreme mortality risk through its Mythen Re programme.
Model increases understanding of Swiss flood risk
Aon Benfield has launched a new flood model for Switzerland and Lichtenstein to help quantify financial losses caused by what is considered to be the country's most significant natural peril.
XL results 'a step in the right direction'
XL has published promising third-quarter results, but CEO Mike McGavick has admitted that the fallout from superstorm Sandy is still unknown.
Glasgow office for Parabis
Parabis has begun its campaign for a Scottish presence with the opening of an office in Glasgow.
China-based intermediary starts repurchase programme
CN Insure is to repurchase up to $30m of its American depositary shares by 6 May 2012 after its board of directors approved a repurchase programme.