Ireland
Liberty Insurance acquires Northern Ireland broker Hughes
Liberty Insurance has acquired Northern Ireland broker Hughes Insurance, according to Post's sister publication Insurance Age.
Q&A: RSA boss Stephen Hester gives Post the inside track
Four months after taking over the reins at RSA, group chief executive Stephen Hester talks to Post about the reasons behind his decision to take the plunge into the general insurance industry, how the firm’s strategic action plan is progressing, life…
IBA urges passporting rethink in wake of Setanta collapse
The Irish Brokers Association has written to Ireland’s Finance Ministry, raising concerns about inadequate regulation in the lead-up to the collapse of Malta-based motor insurer Setanta Insurance.
RSA axes Deloitte legal action plans
RSA has dropped plans to pursue Deloitte over the crisis which enveloped its Ireland business last year, Post can reveal.
Technology and urbanisation among risk megatrends, XL warns
Greater connectivity and technology are intensifying global risks and contributing to the world's current state of volatility, XL's Jacob Rosengarten told the European Insurance Forum today.
Ace launches mobile app for web trading platform
Ace has launched a mobile ipad app for its web-trading platform, Ace Online, which allows brokers to quote and bind new business on behalf of clients.
Quindell sues Gotham City after research note sparks share price drop
Analysts urge outsourcer “to allay investors fears” ahead of main listing
Ireland: Bouncing back
While the Irish insurance market has endured a troubled period since the economic downturn, a number of recent developments suggest better times are on the horizon
EU probing Setanta collapse
The European Union is to investigate the collapse of Irish motor insurer Setanta, which moved to immediately dissolve itself last week.
Aviva appoints Lovely as claims director
Aviva has appointed David Lovely as its claims director, reporting to Maurice Tulloch, chief executive for UK and Ireland general insurance.
Cross-border insurance: a new opportunity?
As prudential regulation across Europe is set to become unified with the planned implementation of Solvency II, Katie Marriner looks at how the likelihood of cross-border insurance becoming a reality is being considered.
Irish insurer launches bicycle theft product
Irish insurer Blue Insurances has launched a bicycle theft product for cyclists.
Plum continues Irish roll-out with non-standard home cover
Specialist household insurance provider Plum Underwriting has started writing non-standard and mid net worth household in the Republic of Ireland.
Travelers launches sector-focused mid-sized business products
Travelers has unveiled a new suite of covers for mid-sized businesses in the UK and Ireland branded Industry Edge.
RSA Ireland recruits CEO from rival Zurich
Zurich’s Irish chief executive Ken Norgrove is to move to RSA from June after being appointed to replace former Ireland CEO Philip Smith.
2013 results: insurers’ CORs boosted by benign weather but RSA takes £244m hit
Insurers’ full‑year results were bolstered by largely benign weather conditions last year as many firms sacrificed market share in motor and home segments to retain profitability.
RSA admits weighing rights issue plans
RSA has admitted it is weighing plans to strengthen its balances sheet through a rights issue, but stressed that no final decision has been made.
Hester tipped to take advantage of lack of industry experience
Former RBS boss will not be afraid of ‘difficult decisions’
Prudential's Nuvoloni appointed DIMA chairman
Dublin International Insurance & Management Association has appointed Marco Nuvoloni as chairman of the association, replacing the outgoing Stephen Devine.
Axa Ireland handed Moody's upgrade
Axa’s Irish general insurance operation has been upgraded by Moody’s to an Insurer Financial Strength Rating of A2, with a stable outlook.
Horsemeat Scandal: Making hay
The horsemeat crisis first hit the news in January 2013, leading to more regulation in the food industry. However, not all cases resulted in litigation
Ace enhances D&O cover as liability and cyber top emerging risks poll
Ace has enhanced its directors' and officers' cover for the UK and Irish markets in response to market developments and feedback from its broker panel.
Blue Insurances buyout co-founder for almost €10m
Online travel insurance broker Blue Insurances has completed a buyout of one of its founding directors, and shareholder, Rowan Devereux for just under €10m.
RSA weighs up fund-raising options as it seeks to avoid rating downgrade
Insurer facing potential £35m fine and may need to raise up to £300m in capital.