SME
Allianz working to protect Bristol staff at risk of redundancy
Allianz is hopeful around half of the 41 employees at risk of losing their jobs due to the planned closure of its Bristol business insurance centre will be found roles within the group.
Allianz prepares to close operations in Milton Keynes and Bristol
A total of 98 roles will be impacted following Allianz’s decision to close its commercial operation in Milton Keynes and its business insurance centre in Bristol.
Cyber fears top SME risk index
Small to medium sized businesses believe they are facing more risk than at any time since the first quarter of 2013, according to Zurich’s SME risk index.
Constructaquote.com rebrands to attract SME users
Comparison website constructaquote.com has rebranded its website to appeal to the SME market as a business insurance provider.
Bexhill targets SME brokers with premium finance offering
Bexhill UK has launched a premium finance solution for small-medium sized insurance brokers.
Labour MPs considering PI fears for SME manifesto
Labour MPs are weighing the inclusion of employers' fears on workplace personal injury claims in the party's upcoming SME manifesto, following an Axa report on 'compensation culture'.
Lorega launches online tool for brokers
Lorega has launched an online quote-and-buy facility for brokers allowing access to its range of commercial products for SME clients.
Brightside CEO puts ball in Markerstudy's court on potential sale
Brightside chief executive Paul Williams has refused to hang a 'for sale' sign over the broker as he plots to launch a managing general agent this summer.
Simply Business launches £600k TV ad campaign
Simply Business has unveiled its first nationwide TV advertising campaign, which will kick off next week.
ABI won’t fight for further Flood Re inclusions despite band H U-turn
Sources say association’s public backing is result of pressure from Westminster.
In Series: Mid-corporate Risks: Think about the future
Continuity planning myths include a demand on resources and significant organisation. How can mid-market firms use their expertise to reduce their exposure to loss – and how can insurers help?
Chase Templeton acquires Ealing-based SJS Healthcare
Chase Templeton has acquired Ealing-based SJS Healthcare Associates in a deal adding £2m annual premium income to its books.
Industry questions FCA’s decision to probe commercial claims handling
Regulator reveals more thematic reviews to be undertaken in 2014/2015
Marsh's networks division handling over £225m GWP
Marsh’s UK network’s division saw over 25% growth year on year in 2012 and 2013 and is now handling over £225m gross written premium, delegates at the broker’s networks conference heard today.
Infrastructure: Building for success
Plans for insurers to invest in infrastructure projects are being hampered by Solvency II.
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.
Axa inks three year Una deal
Axa has joined the strategic insurer panel of independent broker alliance Una in a new three year rolling deal.
Gallagher pens five year SME partnership with Lloyds Bank
Arthur J Gallagher has secured a five year exclusive partnership with Lloyds Bank to provide insurance solutions to its portfolio of small business customers.
Career development: Axa's Evans lauded for commitment to public interest at CII awards
Axa group chief executive Paul Evans, pictured, was recognised with an achievement award for his work in championing the public interest at the inaugural Chartered Insurance Institute Public Interest Awards.
ABI remains staunch on Flood Re exclusions stance
Association of British Insurers property head Aidan Kerr has dismissed claims that leasehold properties are excluded from Flood Re because of issues with insurers’ computer systems.
3D Printing: Get ready for the 3D revolution
With 3D printing expected to totally transform manufacturing, what does it mean for the insurance industry?
Workforce and technology concerns remain despite SME optimism
Small and medium sized business owners are now less concerned about risks facing their operations than at any time over the past 18 months, according to Zurich’s SME risk index.
ICAT and Ariel partner on US SME cat coverage
US property catastrophe insurer ICAT has partnered with Ariel Syndicate to deliver additional risk capacity to catastrophe-exposed small and medium sized businesses in the US.
Interview: David Martin: The value of specialism
Having returned to broking, Willis UK retail head David Martin is rethinking the strategy of resource deployment and focusing more on specialisms.