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The Post Power List 2016
In a year where regulation, natural disasters, consolidation and cyber/digital again look set to make waves, and when the country could learn if it’s in or out of the European Union, Post had a mind mapping session – with a bottle of wine – to see who…
Senior Ace executive Tim Mardon shot in Essex robbery
Tim Mardon, division president of Ace Tempest Re Bermuda, has been shot and wounded at his house by two armed robbers.
Rank: 19 - Andrew Kendrick, senior vice-president of group and president for Europe, Ace European Group
After being listed as ‘bubbling under’ in the last Powerlist, along with counterpart Jalil Rehman, CEO, Chubb Europe, the biggest deal of 2015 was Ace’s surprise swoop for Chubb in a $29.5bn (£20.5bn) buy out.
Chubb Global Markets appoints marine team leaders
Chubb Global Markets has confirmed the appointment of Mark Edmondson and Mike Reynolds as the leaders of its marine team, with immediate effect.
Chubb names Continental Europe country presidents
Chubb has named the leaders of its operations in Continental Europe, reporting to Continental Europe division president Jeff Moghrabi.
Chubb announces distribution managers and regional leaders
Chubb has announced two distribution management appointments for the UK and Ireland in the hires of Jon Houghton and Jon Nottingham.
Chubb confirms UK and Ireland underwriting management team
Chubb has unveiled its new underwriting product line management team for the UK and Ireland business following the acquisition by Ace.
Chubb appoints three country presidents in Asia
Following the completion of the acquisition of Chubb by Ace the merged company, named Chubb, has announced three more senior appointments in Asia.
Zurich appoints Australia and New Zealand CEO
Zurich has appointed Rajbir Singh Nanra as its CEO for Australia and New Zealand.
Ace completes Chubb deal predicting $650m savings by 2018
Ace has completed its acquisition of Chubb, adopting the Chubb name and commencing trading today (15 January) on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol CB.
Ace announces future Australia management team
Ace has announced the leadership team in Australia once the acquisition of Chubb is completed.
Editor's Comment: 2015: A year in review
Christmas is a time for reflection on the past year and to think about what 2016 might bring.
Uncertainty around high risk corporate travel destinations may impact coverage
Countries that constitute 'high-risk destinations' are becoming a grey area for companies wanting to protect their employees during overseas corporate assignments, as terror incidents lead to demand for comprehensive multinational programmes.
Alton Towers crash caused by human error
The Alton Towers rollercoaster accident in June that resulted in two people requiring amputations was caused by human error, the theme park has confirmed.
Ortega to lead Chubb in Asia-Pacific after Ace deal completes
Juan Luis Ortega, Asia-Pacific president at Ace, will lead the merged entities of Ace and Chubb in the region.
The State of the Insurer Nation: Week Five: Brokers, professionalism and governance
In the final part of a five-part series covering the results of Post’s latest State of the Nation survey, Mairi MacDonald reports how our insurance CEOs view relationships with brokers, professionalism in the sector and the importance of diversity for…
The State of the Insurer Nation: Week Four: Data, social insurance and emerging risks
In the fourth report covering the results of Post’s latest State of the Nation survey, Mairi MacDonald asks how important data is, how social insurance and social media tools fit into the sector and what the emerging threats are for our CEOs and managing…
Market Moves - 12 November 2015
All the latest movers and shakers in the insurance industry.
The State of the Insurer Nation: Week Three: Public Perception
In the third of a five-part series covering the results of the State of the Nation survey, Mairi MacDonald reports how our CEOs and managing directors view the public’s poor perception of the insurance industry and how simplified wordings and more…
The State of the Insurer Nation: Week Two: Politics and Europe
In the second of a five-part series covering the results of Post’s latest State of the Nation survey, Mairi MacDonald reports how politics, government policy and the UK’s position in the European Union is viewed by insurance CEOs and managing directors…
Chubb shareholders approve Ace deal with 98% voting in favour
The Chubb Corporation has confirmed its shareholders have approved the previously announced merger agreement with Ace.
The State of the Insurer Nation: Week One: Regulation
In the first report of a five-part series covering Post’s latest State of the Nation survey, Mairi MacDonald reports on how regulation of the insurance industry is viewed by insurance CEOs and managing directors and how they think it could work better…
Ace reports record $897m operating income for Q3
Ace has posted a record after-tax operating income of $897m (£581m) for the quarter ending 30 September 2015.
Top 100 UK insurers: Top 20 focus
We focus on the insurers that made the top 20 in the 2015 listing.