Switzerland
Communicable diseases: Vaccinating the industry
Jeremy Golden highlights the growing problem worldwide of infectious diseases and how it will affect the outlook of reinsurance.
News analysis: H1 reinsurer results slump
Bermudan reinsurers recorded huge drops in profits following heavy claims from the catastrophes experienced in the first half of the year, though elsewhere some reinsurers fared better, writes Katherine Blackler.
European legislators cautious over legal liability expansion
Recent legislative developments across Europe reveal a level of conservatism among legislators who are cautious over the pace at which legal liability should expand in Continental Europe.
European legislators cautious over legal liability expansion
Recent legislative developments across Europe reveal a level of conservatism among legislators who are cautious over the pace at which legal liability should expand in Continental Europe.
IUMI conference preview: Ready to launch
Eric Alexander previews the upcoming International Union of Marine Insurance conference in Zurich and predicts what the hot topics for the market will be.
Novae expands reinsurance operation
Switzerland-based Novae Re is to add credit & surety reinsurance to its underwriting capabilities.
Novae expands reinsurance operation
Switzerland-based Novae Re is to add credit & surety reinsurance to its underwriting capabilities.
Climate change: Change on the horizon
Climate change is happening. Peter Höppe writes that the industry must act to limit global warming and also to provide adequate risk management and natural catastrophe cover, particularly in the developing world.
Former McKinsey insurance leader made Zurich claims chief
Zurich Financial Services has appointed Thomas Sepp to the position of chief claims officer, effective 1 September.
Former McKinsey insurance leader made Zurich claims chief
Zurich Financial Services has appointed Thomas Sepp to the position of chief claims officer, effective 1 September.
Nordlin appointed chief information technology officer for Zurich
Zurich Financial Services Group has appointed Markus Nordlin to the position of chief information technology officer and member of the group management board.
Nordlin appointed chief information technology officer for Zurich
Zurich Financial Services Group has appointed Markus Nordlin to the position of chief information technology officer and member of the group management board.
Flagstone reports Q2 net income fall
Flagstone Re's net income for the second quarter fell to $13.3m, or $0.17 per diluted share, compared to a net income of $67.8m, or $0.80 per diluted share in the quarter ended June 30 2009.
Catlin appoints Schmidt as European reinsurance CEO
Catlin Group has confirmed Peter Schmidt has been appointed chief executive officer-European Reinsurance.
Catlin appoints Schmidt as European reinsurance CEO
Catlin Group has confirmed Peter Schmidt has been appointed chief executive officer-European Reinsurance.
Insurance exports hit a new high according to The City UK report
Net UK insurance exports reached a record £8.3bn in 2009 according to a new report.
Insurance exports hit a new high according to The City UK report
Net UK insurance exports reached a record £8.3bn in 2009 according to a new report.
BIS countdown - Sean McGovern interview: Getting to grips with government
Lloyd's general counsel Sean McGovern talks to Jonathan Swift about the incoming Solvency II directive and his role building relationships with the new government.
BIS countdown - Sean McGovern interview: Getting to grips with government
Lloyd's general counsel Sean McGovern talks to Jonathan Swift about the incoming Solvency II directive and his role building relationships with the new government.
JLT strikes Euro alliance with three continental powerhouses
Three European independent insurance brokers, Siaci Saint Honore, Greco Group and Ecclesia Group have come together with Jardine Lloyd Thompson to sign an exclusive trading agreement.
JLT strikes Euro alliance with three continental powerhouses
Three European independent insurance brokers, Siaci Saint Honore, Greco Group and Ecclesia Group have come together with Jardine Lloyd Thompson to sign an exclusive trading agreement.
Swiss giant swoops for Belgium business
Eureko and Baloise have signed an agreement which will lead to the sale and purchase of Avéro Insurance in Belgium.
Swiss giant swoops for Belgium business
Eureko and Baloise have signed an agreement which will lead to the sale and purchase of Avéro Insurance in Belgium.
Zurich appoints head of government and industry affairs
Swiss insurer Zurich Financial Services Group has appointed Dan Dunmoyer to the position of head of government and industry affairs for the Americas with immediate effect.