Chaucer profits soar
Chaucer, the Lloyd's insurer, has seen profit before tax soar to £86m in 2006, an increase of £74.1m. Gross written premiums also rose by more than £100m from £484.2m to £594m in 2006, with the company's combined ratio falling by around 22% to 81.1%. Ewen Gilmour, Chaucer chief executive, said: "2006 was an exceptional year."
Groupama reports rise
Groupama Insurance saw profits rise for a fourth successive year to nearly £34m in 2006. Pre-tax profits rose by over 5% to £33.8m, from £32.1m in the previous year. Revenues increased by over 19% to £412.5m, while the combined ratio remained stable at 98.8%.
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.
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.
