Any old iron?

Ping! An email arrives in our inbox from a salvage company.

The rather curious message reads: “We are looking to purchase salvage from any insurance companies including marine, aviation, industrial machinery, plant and motor salvage.

“We are prepared to tender for any total loss machinery or plant.

“If you have any salvage for sale please email or call us at your earliest convenience.”

Your correspondent has some back issues of Insurance Times and a few pens. Any good?

The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.

Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.

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