Broker News – Page 13
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NewsHigh Five: Catch up on the biggest stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the top five stories making headlines across the market from 8 to 12 September 2025.
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NewsFantasy Football: International duty injuries – and superstar transfers
Don’t worry if you haven’t been glued to your screen for the international break – Insurance Times always has your back
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NewsThe biggest people moves this week
Insurance Times rounds up the most significant appointments, promotions and leadership changes from 5 to 11 September 2025.
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NewsLondon market wholesale broker launched to open doors for City independents
‘For decades, independents have fuelled the strength of our industry without always having equal representation in London itself,’ says president and chief executive
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NewsJMG Group scoops up another trio of brokers in latest acquisition spree
‘Each of these businesses has built its reputation on personal service, knowledge and a deep understanding of its clients,’ says chief executive
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NewsSRG acquires motorsport team from Seventeen Group-owned broker
’This move positions us a true leader in the motorsport market and supports our continued ambition to build one of the most respected entertainment and sport practices in the market,’ says group deputy chief executive
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NewsTwo‑thirds of brokers say communication technology is underused in claims – Direct Commercial
’The numbers are unambiguous and market-wide – 85% cite communication as the biggest frustration and 68% point to poor tech utilisation behind it,’ says claims director
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NewsSpecialty broker closes £222m refinancing deal
‘We have reached a level of maturity that means we have more flexible and attractive financing options available to us,’ says chief executive officer
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NewsChris Haggart departs Hedron Network to take up new c-suite role
’It’s a great honour to be stepping up to chief executive at Hedron,’ says new appointee
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NewsGrowth in a soft market should not be labelled as ‘inherently bad’ – Gallagher Re
Although reinsurance rate growth is experiencing a slowdown, other levers – such as acquisitions or managing risk exposure – can help to bolster business growth during 2025’s softer market conditions, says broker experts
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NewsArdonagh-owned broker appoints new London chief executive
’He brings deep expertise, proven leadership and an unmatched track record,’ says president
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NewsNew specialist property and casualty wholesale broker launched
’This further demonstrates our ability to not only help launch brokers in the UK, but also facilitate their access to the European market,’ says managing director
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NewsAon becomes official partner of Ferrari’s Formula One team
’Ferrari’s global fanbase and the electrifying atmosphere they create at every race offer a unique platform to connect with our clients worldwide,’ says chief marketing officer
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NewsCarriers’ cyber confidence sees new product creation continue ‘at a rapid pace’ – Gallagher Re
Regional carriers in the international market are ‘looking to set up a new cyber product for one or more of personal lines, SMEs or large corporates’, says chief commercial officer
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News‘I had nothing to lose’ – Graduate lands Howden role after street pitch
’As soon as I ordered the sandwich board, I knew there was no going back,’ says intern
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NewsCornerstone Finance Group adds Atec Group-owned broker to its general insurance panel
’We look forward to building a long and profitable relationship and supporting brokers with general insurance on all of their finance journeys,’ says head
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NewsTwo more brokers rebrand after being acquired by US-based firm
’Our presence in the UK is developing into a highly connected brand entity, with significant specialist knowledge led by a world-class team of experts,’ says UK chief executive
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NewsDigital assets specialist appoints cyber veteran as new broker director
’We’re excited to have him on board as we continue building the future of digital asset insurance,’ says co-founder and chief executive
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NewsWillis launches Markel-backed bloodstock insurance affinity proposition
‘We are delighted to launch the first fully embedded bloodstock solution, making insurance easy to access and quick to arrange,’ says the head of GB affinity
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NewsInsurer cites ‘increased Consumer Duty’ as it sells renewal rights to broker
’Regulatory requirements and increased Consumer Duty are making it more difficult for smaller independent companies to operate, consequently we felt it was time to pass the baton,’ says partner
