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Analysis: Trampoline parks – on an upward trajectory for insurance?
To borrow an analogy from Forrest Gump’s mother, writing about insurance can be like a box of chocolates – you never know what you’re gonna get. On the topic of trampolines, an assortment of ‘no comments’ left a rather nasty taste
Deal struck to exempt Irish drivers in the UK from green cards after no-deal Brexit
Irish vehicles will not require green cards to drive in the UK in the event of a no-deal Brexit, following a deal struck between the Motor Insurance Bureau of Ireland the British Department for Transport.
JLT’s Tim Chadwick to join PIB as CRO
PIB has appointed Tim Chadwick as chief risk officer, following the departure of Jon Stanley.
Axa XL names incoming Europe CUO
Axa XL has appointed Paul-Henri Rastoul as chief underwriting officer of its EU-registered vehicle, XL Insurance Company SE.
Direct Line’s David Baker to join Axa UK as CRO
David Baker, Direct Line Group director of group compliance, is joining Axa UK & Ireland as chief risk officer.
Zego raises $42m in latest funding round
Zego has raised $42m (£33.52m) in a series B funding round led by Target Global, to fund its European expansion.
Aston Lark deal gives broker firepower for larger acquisitions
The acquisition of Aston Lark by Goldman Sachs could enable the broker to seek out larger acquisition targets, the company's CEO Peter Blanc said.
This week in Post: Conference, cuts and conservative leadership
This week, along with the rest of the team, I attended the British Insurance Brokers’ Association conference. I knew it would be an action-packed week - but nothing could prepare me for what was ahead.
McLarens expands leadership team
McLarens has announced six management appointments within its UK and Ireland business.
Clyde & Co establishes presence in Dublin ahead of Brexit
Clyde & Co has opened an office in Dublin to ensure its Irish law insurance practice can continue to operate seamlessly as the UK leaves the EU.
Analysis: Consolidators look to Europe for acquisitions as UK competition grows
The UK has seen a wave of consolidation in regional broking over the past few years, making competition for viable targets a challenge. In response, several consolidators are starting to look to Ireland and Europe as a potential area of expansion.
McLarens appoints Graham Smart and Steven Wallace to new leadership roles
Steven Wallace has been appointed managing director for UK & Ireland, replacing Graham Smart who will take on the role of chief commercial officer for the wider group.
Aston Lark snaps up Dorset broker
Aston Lark has bought personal lines broker Highworth Insurance.
Insurance Institute of Ireland pulls member magazine cover after industry reaction
Exclusive: The Insurance Institute of Ireland has expressed ‘deep regret’ over a magazine cover interpreted as potentially being offensive to minorities and has immediately removed the graphic.
Joe Grogan appointed executive chairman of Marsh Ireland
Joe Grogan is to become executive chairman of Marsh Ireland, while JLT’s Patrick Howett will become CEO.
Axa reshuffles management following COO arrival
Axa has restructured the responsibility portfolios of its management committee, following the arrival of Shali Vasudeva as chief operating officer in January.
Ireland sets up insurtech hub to fuel growth
A government-backed insurtech centre has been set up in Ireland in a bid to boost the country's start-up scene.
Aon pulls out of Willis Towers Watson talks
Aon has pulled out of a potential merger with Willis Towers Watson.
PIB acquires Irish MGA Optis
PIB has acquired Irish managing general agent, Optis Insurances, as part of its European growth plans.
Aviva transfers 1.39m policies to post-Brexit Irish business
Exclusive: Aviva has successfully transferred 1.39 million policies to its Irish post-Brexit hub at the start of the month, after receiving a regulatory green light.
Bupa acquires nine dental practices across UK and Ireland
Bupa Dental Care has acquired nine dental practices across the UK and the Republic of Ireland, taking its tally of new acquisitions in the last year to 23.
Aston Lark signals Ireland ambitions with acquisition of Robertson Low
Aston Lark has acquired Irish broker Robertson Low, making the Dublin-based company its first international purchase as the group looks beyond the UK.
HDI Global appoints Claire McDonald as UK MD
HDI Global has appointed Claire McDonald as managing director of its UK and Ireland operations.
Irish broker Arachas mulls post-Brexit UK broker partnerships
Irish broker Arachas is considering reaching out to UK partners to overcome potential passporting barriers in a post-Brexit world.