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60 Seconds With... Markel's James Hunt
James Hunt, UK marine underwriter at Markel, reveals insurance is a family affair and how he climbed a 150ft mast.
How insurers are tentatively embracing AI
Analysis: Frances Stebbing explores how insurers are using generative AI, while recognising the risks and preparing for the incoming regulation for this type of technology.
Watch Zurich, Allianz, Markel, Guidewire and SS&C discuss claims inflation
The industry is facing the brunt of rising inflation across most lines of insurance as carriers see claims expenses mounting.
Diary of an Insurer: Markel’s Josh Brown
Josh Brown, head of technology PI at Markel International, proves working in insurance can be fun and games by talking to brokers about a product created for video game developers as well as spending time playing with his two young sons.
Insurtech Lukango seeks to shake up UK SME market with Markel tie-up
Startup Lukango is looking to revolutionise the UK microbusiness market by replicating $4bn insurtech Next's stateside success this side of the Atlantic.
Climate change activists target Biba conference
Protestors gathered outside the British Insurance Brokers' Association conference in Manchester today (11 May), calling for insurers to refuse to back the East African Crude Oil Pipeline.
Ardonagh in double swoop; UK General rebrands; SRG launches in Europe
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments, and strategic moves of the week.
60 Seconds With... Markel’s Paul Hutchins
Paul Hutchins, senior underwriter of warranty and indemnity at Markel, shares his hatred of ironing, love of football and the joys of parenthood.
Diary of an Insurer: Markel’s Nick Rugg
Nick Rugg, head of fintech and investment management insurance at Markel International, trains for a half marathon, sings karaoke and encourages younger team members to really understand what underwriters are looking for.
WTW partners with Sapiens; Zurich expands regional network; Pen UW creates head of IP
Friday Round Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Film and TV insurers grappling with fresh virtual production risks
Insurers and brokers working with film and TV productions are racing to grasp to risk implications of the biggest technological change in filmmaking in decades.
Admiral launches telematics product; Generali partners with Supercede; FCA hires in enforcement
Friday Round Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
60 Seconds With... Nick Rugg, Markel
Nick Rugg, senior underwriter of fintech and financial institutions at Markel International, tells us about his experience flying a plane, and reveals that in parenthood, honesty is not always the best policy.
View from the Top: Markel’s Nick Line on what insurers need to get right in 2023
Nick Line, chief underwriting officer at Markel International, outlines why serving customers, recruiting talent and embracing new technology are front of mind this year.
Aviva reshuffles claims legal panel; Minster Law partners with AA; Flood Re adds a NED
Friday Round Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Insurance's tax contribution; QBE launches W&I product; Theme for Biba 2023 revealed
For the record: Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
How equine insurers are still going the distance to manage horse-racing risks
David Worsfold explores how equine insurers rose to the challenge of managing horse-racing risks in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, and are now handling today's hardening market
Offshore wind scale-up presents challenges for underwriters
The accelerating scale-up of global offshore wind projects presents challenges for insurers seeking to stay abreast of supply chains and new technologies, underwriters have said.
WTW partners with Liberty and Markel; MS Amlin's 3-year sustainability plan; Novidea appoints head of UK delivery
For the record: Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Q&A: Dan Martin, Markel International
Markel International recently appointed Dan Martin as managing director of distribution strategies and business development. He speaks to Post about supporting Markel’s long-term ambitions of sustainable growth, and operational effectiveness by working…
Webinar: Watch Aviva, First Central, Markel and Salesforce discuss the CX lessons every insurer should know
In a fast-changing market, insurers cannot afford to stand still. Covid accelerated the move to digital channels. Now cost of living pressures are adding to consumer demand for ever more competitive deals, outstanding service and a seamless customer…
Jensten buys Ravenhall; Six leave Ed for Consilium; HF moves to Media City
For the record: Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Q&A: Mark Plews, Markel UK
Mark Plews has been director of underwriting at Markel UK since March, joining from Hiscox. After six months in the role, he talks to Post about Markel's growth plans, the difficulties of the hard market for professional indemnity, and the company's…
Howden Re and Tiger Risk create 'largest MGA'; Aston Lark Ireland makes another purchase; Gallagher appoints claims director
For the record: Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.