Commercial Lines – Page 170
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THB scoops ex-HSBC Insurance Brokers executive
Peter de Kersaint Giraudeau appointed senior client executive
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Online onlyAtradius appoints commercial head
Alun Sweeney takes over commercial responsiblity for UK and Ireland.
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AnalysisThe future of SME: will e-trading eat away at insurer and broker revenues?
SME customers are increasingly being drawn to buying insurance online. But while aggregators are trying hard to win commercial customers, brokers and insurers argue that the e-trading model can't meet SME customers' complex needs
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Markets & RisksSink or swim
The SME sector was once lucrative for insurers, but new entrants to the market increasing capacity, coupled with cash-strapped clients looking to shave costs, have put downward pressure on rates and revenues. We look at how the industry can keep its head above water
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News AnalysisDarkest before the dawn
Each September, the rush to place solicitors’ professional indemnity cover kicks in, but this year it’s tougher than ever. As insurers leave the market in droves and ARP numbers swell, the industry is demanding a rethink of the system
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NewsTravelers’ email warns of delays as lawyers scramble for quotes
Insurer received 1,000 enquiries for solicitors' PI cover in just one week
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People & Opinion
Opinion: We can’t hang around, we have to act now
Income has dried up and too much is being taken from reserves. Now is the time for change
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Online onlyPowerplace launches fleet
Company cars, vans, forklift trucks, trailers and larger commercial vehicles available
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ClaimsFight the fair fight
No doubt the recession has led to more people trying their luck with bogus claims, but some insurance companies stand accused of not paying what they owe. The issue has pitched brokers against insurers as they battle hard to get the best deal for their clients
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People & OpinionInterview: Chris Hanks, Allianz
Allianz’s commercial lines director’s easy manner – and nose for deals – has had a lot to do with his company’s continuing success. Just as well that he feels like a man half his age and he has no intention of stepping aside just yet …
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NewsQuinn hit with UK commercial ban as bidding deadline nears
Major UK insurers expected to distance themselves from sale, Quinn insists it is ‘trading robustly’
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NewsOval rounds up media broker in second buy of the year
O'Neill & Bramwell was a 'natural choice', says Oval's Herdman
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Online onlyQuinn barred from UK commercial re-entry
Irish regulator says Quinn doesn't have the money for a re-entry
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Online onlyAtradius warns against unexpected insolvencies
Credit insurer issues warning following Connaught collapse
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Online onlyCunningham Lindsey restructures property team
New regional structure and senior appointment following changes
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Claims & LiabilitiesInsurance fraud: Can the Law Commission plug the holes in a leaky system?
With legislation and case law at odds over how much insurers can claw back from fraudulent claimants, the Law Commission is seeking to clarify the situation. But some in the industry are questioning its proposals
