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Vertafore eyes UK market
US insurance software giant Vertafore is monitoring the UK insurance software market for acquisition opportunities with the blessing of its new private equity backer.
Equinox reveals plans to go global
Start-up trade credit managing general agent Equinox Global has outlined plans to move into Europe, Asia and the US, following its official launch this week.
La Playa opens New York office
Insurance broker La Playa has opened a new office in Manhattan, New York.
LMA hails Lloyd's success
The chairman of the Lloyd’s Market Association Barnabas Hurst-Bannister has told the Association of Lloyd’s Brokers in Chicago that the Lloyd’s market is now “ahead” of its competitors when it comes to its approach to process modernisation.
LMA hails Lloyd's success
The chairman of the Lloyd’s Market Association Barnabas Hurst-Bannister has told the Association of Lloyd’s Brokers in Chicago that the Lloyd’s market is now “ahead” of its competitors when it comes to its approach to process modernisation.
La Playa heads stateside to target $3m premium
Niche broker La Playa has targeted $3m (£1.8m) premium in the first year of business for its newly opened New York office.
Marsh adds Willis director to international division
Cath Whitaker has been appointed to a new senior market relationship role at Marsh, joining from rival Willis, where she was acting managing director of its strategic carrier relationships.
Munich Re acquires Windsor Group
German reinsurance firm Munich Re has agreed to acquire Windsor Health Group.
Brit promotes Jonathan Mudd
Mr Mudd, North American professional indemnity underwriter in its global markets business, has been promoted to class underwriter and takes up this new role with immediate effect.
Willis restructures European reinsurance business
Willis Re has merged its teams handling Continental European and UK-based property and casualty business into an expanded European unit and is establishing a new specialty casualty practice group.
Willis restructures European reinsurance business
Willis Re has merged its teams handling Continental European and UK-based property and casualty business into an expanded European unit and is establishing a new specialty casualty practice group.
Blanch veterans join Goss Re
Ted Blanch, Mike Cashman, and Dan Case have all joined Dallas-based Goss Reinsurance Brokers in the US as partners.
Leader: Axa: shaken not stirred
The news of Axa Insurance chief executive Philippe Maso's departure was one of the least unexpected events of recent times.
RFIB targets £80m turnover
RFIB Group has unveiled a strategy to double its current £40m turnover and triple profits by 2015.
Ironshore launches new D&O offering
Iron Pro, the professional liability division of Ironshore has introduced Enterprise Priva Protector 9.0 to assist businesses in managing their network security and privacy risks.
Global business, hidden danger
The US and EU have new trade sanctions against Iran. (Re)insurers must be aware of both sets of regulations as well as potential for supra-national jurisdiction, argue Jamie Rogers and Pieter van Tol.
Munich Re launches solar panel cover
Munich Re has unveiled a new performance warranty for solar panels in the US.
Zurich settles $455m US class action
Zurich Financial Services Group has announced today that it and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Farmers Group, has agreed in principle to a proposed comprehensive settlement in the matter of Fogel vs. Farmers Group, a purported nationwide class action…
Ironshore names vice president
Peter Ignell has been appointed vice president of Ironshore Insurance Services.
Aspen splits CEO duties with Cavoores promotion
Aspen Insurance HAS today announced the appointment of John Cavoores as co-chief executive officer of its insurance operations, Aspen Insurance.
Beazley adds to political risks team
Beazley has appointed Lila Rymer to its political risks team.
Interview - James Shea: Going back to basics
Two years on from 'AIG day' Mairi MacDonald met the newly appointed managing director of Chartis UK James Shea to discover his plans for the company.
Brand analysis: A robust year for insurance brands
Despite the ongoing disruption in the financial services sector, the brand value of insurers has seen a healthy increase. James Park reports on the results and looks at the opportunities for the coming year.
London is "least risky" European city
London has come joint-third in a global study to find which cities have the lowest risk to recruit, employ and relocate employees.