News Analysis
Axa's Gareth Howell on putting customers before innovation
Innovation is currently the talk of our industry for good reason. We are facing potentially challenging times, with start-ups bringing new tech, new ideas and a new outlook to the sector. However, Gareth Howell, managing director of personal direct and…
What is at stake for the insurance industry in the election?
The country has gone to the polls today and the insurance industry will wait with bated breath for the result.
This Month in Post: General election, summer holidays and expert opinions
With another General Election looming, the insurance industry will likely be holding its breath on what the incoming government will make of the insurance premium tax, the Ogden rate and whiplash reform.
This month in Post: Awards, acquisitions and a new Act
It's been a challenging month here in Taunton. A new bridge has gone up on the main road, amid the gazes of many excited onlookers, and - equally exciting - a new fence is being erected on one side of my garden.
Regional Review: Glasgow
Glasgow’s insurance roots stretch back centuries to the city’s days as a bustling merchant hub of transatlantic trade. Today, its insurance market has lost none of its vibrancy, and its reputation as the general insurance centre of Scotland remains…
In Depth: Insurtech gold rush
Reinsurers are injecting more money into start-ups to get a foothold in insurtech - and the disruptors are welcoming the investment from these flexible partners.
Claims: Providing a personal service
Brokers need to stand out in a competitive market and claims service is a way to make a real difference. Being there to advise, intervene – and to turn the heat up if necessary – can mean the world to a grateful client.
Brexit: The location game
With Brexit negotiations now launched, insurers are taking steps to secure their access to the European market. How many will follow Lloyd's to Belgium?
Solvency II: still dividing opinion in the insurance industry a year on
In light of Brexit, what will regulation look like in the future?
In Depth: Ogden outrage – dismantling the discount rate
The decision to cut the Ogden discount rate for the first time in 16 years sent shock waves through the industry that will be felt for months and years to come.
HDI Global sees 42% rise in profit
German industrial insurer HDI Global SE saw a 42% rise in profit in spite of an “intense” rate environment.
Autofocus trial continues as defendants give evidence
The trial against former Autofocus employees for contempt of court continued today at the Royal Courts of Justice.
Taking a driverless car for a spin
UK projects are revealing the insurance implications of autonomous vehicles
Roundtable: Talking marketing tactics
With the industry seeking to find out just how a single view of the customer can be achieved, Post, in association with Visionware, brought together specialists in a roundtable to discuss how digital is driving business
Century MGA replaces lost Markerstudy capacity
Century Underwriting has replaced the capacity arrangement it had with Markerstudy with three new insurers.
Trouble brewing: What went wrong at Kwik Fit Insurance?
At the end of November, Ageas confirmed it would be closing Kwik Fit Insurance’s Uddingston site, putting 521 jobs at risk.
#ColdCallCrackdown campaign: The industry responds
Live feed of reactions from the industry to Post's #coldcallcrackdown campaign. Sign up here.
In Depth: Rise of the machines: How artificial intelligence will revolutionise insurance
The impact of artificial intelligence on underwriting, claims and fraud detection
Career File: Tulsi Naidu
Zurich appoints Naidu as CEO of UK business
In Depth: How Facebook unfriended Admiral
Where do insurers stand now on the use of social media data?
What is wrong with the UK retail CEO role at Gallagher?
Stuart Reid was the fifth UK retail CEO to depart A J Gallagher in as many years. So what is it about the role that causes such a short tenure?
The question of liability for autonomous vehicle claims
Tesla’s recent hack has moved the liability spotlight onto software providers
The rise and fall of Gable – where does this leave brokers?
The Liechtenstein-based insurer entered administration last month
Spotlight on ADAS systems and insurer repairer networks
The technology in your car is accelerating at an incredible pace. Can insurers stay in the fast lane and get the most out of the changes?