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Broking supplement - Interview Toby Esser: Expansive thinking
Toby Esser talks about striking serious deals, his acquisitive ambitions and plans to penalise paper-lovers
In series: Lloyd's & London Market: Staying number one
Tightening regulation and a less advantageous tax regime are making it tough for Lloyd’s to retain its pre-eminence, but is protectionism the greater threat?
IMIA 2011 preview: Setting the agenda
With Amsterdam playing host next week to the 44th International Association of Engineering Insurers annual conference, IMIA chairman Neil Clutterbuck previews the event.
Lloyd’s – China: Chasing the Chinese dream
As the world’s second largest economy, China is a tempting opportunity for insurers. Leigh Jackson reports on the key role being played by Lloyd’s, the difficulties in gaining traction and the reality checks on expectations.
Interview - Keith Stern: Raising the regional profile of Lloyd's
Tasked with rejuvenating Lloyd’s in the UK, as others look to international expansion, Keith Stern talks to Leigh Jackson about raising its regional profile and how he plans to overcome some common misconceptions.
Aviva reports 21% jump in European profits in first half of 2011
Aviva this morning reported that its European business reported an IFRS operating profit up 21% to £525m in the first six months of 2011 (HY10: £434m).
RSA sees growth in Scandinavia, Ireland and Eastern/Central Europe
RSA this morning said its international arm - which includes most of Europe - saw a jump in premium of 11% to £2089m (8% at constant exchange) in the first half of 2011.
Ace makes Continental appointments
Ace has promoted Andreas Wania from Central and Eastern Europe manager to chief operating officer for Ace Germany and will be based in Ace’s Frankfurt office.
AM Best affirms ratings of German insurer SOVAG
AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of B++ (Good) and the issuer credit rating of 'bbb' of SCHWARZMEER UND OSTSEE Versicherungs-Aktiengesellschaft SOVAG. The outlook for both ratings remains stable.
AM Best affirms ratings of German insurer SOVAG
AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of B++ (Good) and the issuer credit rating of 'bbb' of SCHWARZMEER UND OSTSEE Versicherungs-Aktiengesellschaft SOVAG. The outlook for both ratings remains stable.
Three new board members for Ferma
Three new members have been elected to serve on the Federation of European Risk Management Associations (Ferma) board.
Three new board members for Ferma
Three new members have been elected to serve on the Federation of European Risk Management Associations (Ferma) board.
Ingosstrakh responds to Generali Russia rumours
Russian insurer Igosstrakh has stated that deals with "radical differences" to the vision of the firm's development strategy will be avoided.
Ingosstrakh responds to Generali Russia rumours
Russian insurer Igosstrakh has stated that deals with "radical differences" to the vision of the firm's development strategy will be avoided.
Generali PPF linked with VTB on Russian insurance venture
Czech-Italian insurer Generali PPF has been linked with Russian state-controlled bank VTB over establishing a new insurance company.
Generali PPF linked with VTB on Russian insurance venture
Czech-Italian insurer Generali PPF has been linked with Russian state-controlled bank VTB over establishing a new insurance company.
View from the Top: Swedish insurers take a chance on art (Monet, Monet, Monet)
The Swedish insurance market has traditionally been dominated by five large players, If P&C Insurance, Codan, LF Insurance Group, Zurich Insurance and Chartis, which together account for over 85% of market’s annual premium income.
First Russian coverholder partnership launched
Chaucer Syndicates and RFIB have partnered with Moscow-based Nakhodka Re to launch Sea Line – the first Lloyd’s coverholder in Russia.
First Russian coverholder partnership launched
Chaucer Syndicates and RFIB have partnered with Moscow-based Nakhodka Re to launch Sea Line – the first Lloyd’s coverholder in Russia.
Post Europe: Mergers and acquisitions in the Danubian region
The mighty Danube links many countries but Jakki May asks if that is enough to link the insurance markets within these territories and encourage mergers and acquisition.
Mergers and acquisitions in the Danubian region
The mighty Danube links many countries but Jakki May asks if that is enough to link the insurance markets within these territories and encourage mergers and acquisition.
Vienna Insurance Group sells Russian interests
Vienna Insurance Group has sold its minority interests in Russian insurers MSK Life, SG MSK and So Vita.
Vienna Insurance Group sells Russian interests
Vienna Insurance Group has sold its minority interests in Russian insurers MSK Life, SG MSK and So Vita.
Ingosstrakh responds to PPF alleged fraud developments
Mikhail Volkov, deputy chairman of the board of directors at OJSC Ingosstrakh has responded in a statement to the ongoing PPF fraud case.