Sport
Covéa's James Reader on insurance's ‘two lengths of the pool’
Spending some time with sport psychologist Simon Hartley reminded James Reader, CEO of Covéa Insurance, it can be all too easy to lose focus on what we’re really here to do
Allianz sponsors Asian Champions League
Global general insurer Allianz has signed a four year sponsorship agreement with the Asian Football Confederation for three major cup competitions.
Football dementia link could open door to claims
Former footballers facing dementia in later life could seek compensation from insurers as a result of evidence linking the disease to heading the ball.
Hyperion enters partnership with Manchester City FC
Hyperion has entered into a partnership with Manchester City FC and New York City FC.
Insurers ‘fully engaged’ in football abuse inquiry
The insurance industry is “fully engaged” in the independent inquiry into football abuse, the Association of British Insurers said.
Gary Lineker among investors in insurtech firm Neos
Football legend Gary Lineker is among the investors contributing to £1m seed funding for smart home insurtech firm Neos.
Former Thistle MD joins JRW Group
Paul Williams is to join the JRW Group as executive chairman, subject to regulatory approval.
Perkins Slade's Richard Doubleday on insuring the future Team GB
As an avid armchair sports fan I spent most August evenings sitting on the edge of said chair cheering Team GB on as they ran, swam, pedalled and penalty shuffled their way to a record 67 medals.
James Hallam creates sport division with three appointments
James Hallam has created a sport division with the appointments of James Martin, Jon Salmon and Anne Barden.
My other life: Steve McPherson, Ignition Connect, football chairman
In his free time, director of non-standard insurance McPherson is a football chairman
Legal: How technology assists concussion in rugby
Rugby players and coaches are now beginning to talk more openly and honestly about concussions suffered on the training ground or during matches. Concussion is no longer a badge of honour or an unspoken truth.
BIA 2016: Major loss; claims initiative – insurer and outsourced; risk consultancy and in-house risk management
Major Loss; Claims Initiative of the Year – Insurer; Claims Initiative of the Year – Outsourced Partner; Risk Management Award – In-House & Insurable Risk Managers; Risk Consultancy
Sponsors could seek ‘disgrace’ insurance claim against Sharapova
Sponsors of Maria Sharapova may be eligible to pursue an insurance claim against her under a ‘disgrace clause’, should her ban be upheld.
Sport: High stakes for large events
Sports fans are about to enjoy two major events: the UEFA Euro in France and the Olympic Games in Brazil. As millions of people prepare to visit the host nations and crowd multiple venues, insurance has a crucial role to play.
Ex-Rugby player appointed head of ProSports
An ex-Rugby player has been appointed head of a professional sports insurer.
Broker teams up with Australian Rugby Union for club risk management app
Sydney-based insurance broker Gow Gates has created a rugby club risk management app with the Australian Rugby Union.
Blog: It's Superbowl 50 - the insurance market as NFL teams
With the climax of the NFL season this weekend to commemorate Superbowl 50 I wondered: If these insurance names were American football teams, which franchises would they be?
Davies becomes claims partner with sports specialist JRW
Davies Group has been appointed by sports and leisure specialist The JRW Group as claims partner across all lines.
Accelerate seals three year capacity deal with sports specialist JRW
Specialist managing general agent Accelerate Underwriting has agreed a three year deal with Manchester-based sports player JRW Group.
Caravan Guard sponsors wheelchair racing champion Hannah Cockroft
Halifax-based insurer Caravan Guard is sponsoring Paralympic and triple world champion Hannah Cockroft for the seventh year running.
Integro acquires Entertainment Insurance Partners
Integro Insurance Brokers has acquired Entertainment Insurance Partners, the parent company of Robertson Taylor Insurance Brokers.
Blog: Wet cricket grounds don't make for slippery liability
Today we are all more acutely aware of the dangers, as well as the benefits, of playing team sports, with umpires or referees often being in the front line of ensuring player safety. Many might not regard cricket as dangerous but, recent events have…
Motorsports specialist Ellis Clowes acquired by Integro
Lloyd’s sports and hostile territories specialty broker Ellis Clowes has been acquired by US-based broker Integro.
Travel: Winter Sports: Prang on the piste
Snowflakes have barely started falling in the Alps but already the media is asking how well our travel insurance policies will protect holidaymakers if their trip is hit by cancellation or calamity