Affinity
Allianz set to kick off full-cycle proposition for Quote SME
Allianz is set to roll out a full-cycle proposition for its online trading platform Quote SME allowing broker partners to offer mid-term adjustments to policyholders.
Interview - Roger Brown: Adding value for members
Roger Brown is nearing his second full year as managing director of the ECIC. Mairi MacDonald talks to him about the changes instigated and challenges ahead.
Interview - Imran Ahmed & Tony Sault: Advocacy assessed
With profitability in the motor insurance sector under increased pressure, Ernst & Young carried out a Europe-wide study to determine whether consumer claims experiences impact brand loyalty and what good service looks like. Jonathan Swift talks to Imran…
Interview - Bart de Smet: Return to fitness
Despite being one of the most high-profile casualties of the financial crisis, Ageas is now focusing on the future rather than the past. Jonathan Swift meets group CEO Bart De Smet to discuss its UK plans, acquisitions and why big is not necessarily…
Carole Nash agrees breakdown deal with AA
Specialist motorcycle broker Carole Nash has agreed a three-year contract with the AA for the provision of breakdown and accident recovery services.
MCE signs Peugeot deal
Peugeot has joined forces with MCE to create a 'Premier Scooter Insurance Scheme'.
Jelf seals affinity deal
Jelf has entered an affinity partnership with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
Exclusive trade credit content now available on Post Europe
Post Europe’s weekly update is now live with a look at the trade credit sector across Europe and a View from the Top that believes opportunities are very much alive in the European affinity markets.
Europe View from the Top: Affinity opportunities
Affinity business in Europe is a relatively untapped market. Despite the economic crisis reducing employment and travel, the long-term trends are very positive. With demand driven by an expanding middle class, increasing healthcare costs and low…
Ageas keen to developKwik Fit's niche brands
Ageas UK chief executive Barry Smith has pledged to retain and expand Kwik Fit Insurance Services' niche operations as it seeks to widen the group's overall product footprint.
High net worth - distribution: Defending their niche
Following reports in Post that the mid and high net worth markets have been experiencing an increase in competition and downward pressure on rates, Ralph Savage discusses what reaction this has elicited from insurers and brokers in terms of their…
Tesco insurance partner Ageas UK reports £16.6 m profit in Q3
Ageas this morning reported UK non-life gross written premiums were up 14.1% to £703.9 m in the first nine months of 2010 compared to the same period last year.
Interview - Ian Foy: Return journey
After an antipodean adventure lasting 10 years, Insurance Australia Group's Ian Foy is back in Britain as UK CEO. He tells Jonathan Swift about the challenges he faces to turnaround the business and why IAG is here to stay.
ECIC unveils new underwriting boss
The Electrical Contractors’ Insurance Company has appointed Richard Forrest-Smith to the new position of chief underwriting officer.
Interview - Adrian Colosso: The comeback kid
Having come close to going bust in 2005, Daniel Dunkley talks to Heath Lambert's chief executive Adrian Colosso about the challenges facing the firm as it continues to punch above its weight.
Online giant Amazon enters the insurance fold with new service
Online retailer Amazon is to offer replacement goods to insurance policyholders, after launching a new service to rival established players such as Comet.
Interview - Jon Greenwood: Into the hot seat
With a high turnover during the past seven years, the role of managing director of commercial and broker at RBSI could be seen as a poisoned chalice. Jonathan Swift talks to Jon Greenwood, the latest incumbent, about his optimism for the task in hand.
Age UK warns insurers over fees
Age UK managing director Gordon Morris has urged insurers to be “open and honest” with their fees and additional charges or risk losing customers.
RAC and Heath Lambert strike household deal
Heath Lambert has agreed a five year deal with RAC to launch a suite of household products in 2011.
Hastings Direct appoints director
Broker Hastings Direct has appointed a new business development director, Andy Kirton to develop its affinity relationships.
Broking focus - SME: Survival of the fittest
Are brokers right to see SME as a 'safe house' for commercial insurance, Jakki May asks if direct insurers can really have an impact on the sector and how intermediaries can counteract this threat.
Chubb extends Cega partnership
Chubb Insurance has extended its partnership with claims management and emergency medical assistance company Cega Group Services.
Household – aggregators: The next big thing?
After success in the motor market, the aggregators are turning their attention to household insurance. Will they manage a repeat performance? asks Jane Bernstein.
TCS renews £1m travel insurance scheme
Towergate Chapman Stevens, have confirmed that they have renewed in excess of £1m of travel insurance scheme GWP in the past two weeks.