Brit Insurance holdings has appointed former Gerling Re chief executive John Bubb, of Australian Reinsurance Underwriting Services (Arus), to act as its representative agent in the Australian and New Zealand markets.

Bubb and his team at Arus will have responsibility for strengthening Brit's links with these markets, said Brit chief executive of underwriting operations Dane Douetil.

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.