Articles by Will Kirkman
Channel Syndicate launch Innovation Division
Channel Syndicate 2015 has appointed Tom Allen as head of technology and cyber insurance as part of its new Innovation Division.
Agadi appointed president and CEO of Crawford & Company
Harsha Agadi has been appointed president and CEO of Crawford & Company, after serving in the role on an interim basis since August 2015.
Fraudster sentenced after fake invoice claims worth £300,000
A South Wales man was sentenced after attempting to use fake invoices as part of a £300,000 insurance claim.
Antares launches treaty casualty and appoints Everest's Jarman to head offering
Antares has launched its casualty treaty offering with the appointment of Neil Jarman as casualty treaty officer.
Bobby Gracey joins I-Cog as chairman
I-Cog Claims Management has appointed Bobby Gracey, chairman of CILA’s Anti-Fraud Committee, as chairman.
Tokio Marine Kiln backed EIS approved as Lloyd's coverholder
South African Engineered Insurance Solutions has been approved as Lloyd’s coverholder with the backing of Tokio Marine Kiln.
Travelers Europe targets direct channel 'growth area' with online SME offering
Travelers Europe has launched an online platform to provide insurance directly to small UK companies but remains committed to its existing model.
Update: UKP&I and Britannia Clubs terminate merger talks
The boards of the UKP&I and Britannia Clubs have terminated discussions over the potential merger of the two clubs.
European insurance associations urge remain vote ahead of EU referendum
Twenty-one leaders of insurance and long-term savings associations across Europe have signed a letter urging a remain vote ahead of the referendum on the UK’s European Union membership on Thursday.
Aviva joins with insuretech firm Digital Risks to cover SMEs
Aviva has joined forces with insurtech firm Digital Risks to launch a monthly subscription product aimed at digitally focused start-up and SME businesses.
Lord Hunt urges Biba members to vote remain
The British Insurance Brokers' Association has asked its members to vote remain ahead of Thursday’s referendum on the UK’s membership of the EU.
Markel appoints Bhav Desai as head of professional indemnity
Markel has appointed Bhav Desai as head of professional indemnity following predecessor David Sawyer's appointment to managing director of professional and financial risks.
Swinton Insurance unveils concept branch in Preston to provide great flexibility
Swinton Insurance has unveiled a new concept branch in Preston, Lancashire, following a wide-ranging strategic review of the business.
Inet3 launches flood cover for non-standard home risks
Specialist property managing general agent Inet3 has launched non-standard home risks cover on Flood Re, with the support of a new learning hub for brokers.
Allianz to acquire Zurich Assurances Maroc for €244m
A binding agreement has been announced for Allianz to acquire Zurich Assurances Maroc, a subsidiary of Zurich Insurance in Morocco, for €244m (£192m).
Zurich makes two new appointments as string of changes continues
Zurich has made two appointments to replace departing personal lines and Endsleigh managing director Patrick Cohen, the latest in a series of changes amid a global restructure bringing general insurance and life business together.
Storms Elvira and Friederike will dampen French and German earnings
Storms Elvira and Friederike will dampen the first half 2016 earnings of French and German insurers, though it is unlikely there will be any negative rating actions as a result, according to AM Best.
Tobias Andersson appointed as CEO of Guy Carpenter Stockholm
Guy Carpenter & Company today announced the appointment of Tobias Andersson as CEO of GC Stockholm, following his predecessor Tomas Ljungqvist’s appointment as chairman of the division.
Flood Re doubles insurer signings since April launch
The number of insurers signed up with Flood Re has more than doubled since the scheme’s April launch, it was revealed yesterday.
Insurers face skills shortages in software and digital
Insurers in the life and general insurance sectors are planning to hire more staff with digital skills, according to a survey.
Rob Flynn to replace Phil Wilson-Brown at More Than
More Than, part of insurance group RSA, announced the appointment of Rob Flynn as managing director today, replacing outgoing MD Phil Wilson-Brown.
Cyber insurance could be worth billions, ABI claims
The market for cyber insurance could be worth billions in future as companies start to understand the risks, the ABI said.
Foo Fighters sue Lloyd's insurers over cancelled gigs following Paris terrorist attacks
Musicians the Foo Fighters have filed a suit against insurers for failing to reimburse cancelled European shows following the Paris terrorist attacks last November.
Lack of understanding among public fuels reputation crisis for UK insurers
Less than one-third of the UK public trust insurance companies, data from the Reputation Institute suggests.