All articles by Harriet Scott – Page 11
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NewsMGA moves to full independence as it announces buyback of Arch’s minority shareholding
’Full independence will further enhance our ability to attract market-leading underwriters who share our long-term vision of building a specialist, diversified global marine MGA,’ says chief executive
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NewsMGA launches motorhome Gap product with Financial and Legal
’We urge brokers to start selling this product again – which offers valuable protection that their clients have been missing,’ says business development manager
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NewsRecent international retail attacks ‘not big enough’ to harden cyber market
’Just based on very early discussion around this, it’s looking like this isn’t necessarily going to be a big claims event for the cyber insurance markets,’ says senior editor
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NewsChubb promotes new head of claims for EMEA
This promotion comes after a series of leadership changes in Europe, Middle East and Africa and North America this year
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NewsAlmost half of brokers say fleet operators are not adapting to electric vehicles – Direct Commercial
’Fleets aren’t resisting the sustainability agenda – they’re navigating practical challenges at different speeds,’ says deputy chief executive
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NewsInsurer M&A shifts to smaller targets and diversification across UK and Europe
The increasing strain of regulatory pressure across Europe’s ”fragmented markets” is forcing smaller firms to merge to remain sustainable, says market intelligence provider
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NewsMGA sector entering ‘two speed market’ as innovation and maturity diverge – SiriusPoint’s Alex Hardy
As established MGAs scale up and sector startups seek to drive innovation, long-term partnerships must withstand shifting market cycles, changes and movements, says head of delegated and distribution
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NewsThingCo secures further £2m investment to fuel growth for 2025
’We are excited to support ThingCo as it enters this crucial phase of expansion and continues to revolutionise the telematics sector,’ says chief executive
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NewsLand Rover thefts substantially decline as new model becomes the target
’JLR deserve huge credit for security upgrades which are apparently highly effective in deterring the professional criminals who target new cars,’ says technical director of motor
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NewsGallagher Bassett appoints new leader for UK client services division
’Equipped with a deep understanding of the key drivers behind a positive claims experience, I’m looking forward to highlighting those capabilities in Gallagher Bassett’s offering,’ says appointee
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News AnalysisIs the industry’s handling of claims inflation damaging its reputation?
‘If the industry does not adapt, we risk widening the gap between pricing assumptions and actual claims costs, which can erode trust with policyholders and limit commercial growth,’ says head of carrier and market relationships
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NewsRecord IPT receipts fuel calls to ‘cut’ tax to support growth
‘If the government is serious about growth, business confidence and supporting working people, they should cut IPT,’ says head of policy and public affairs
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NewsMNK Group appoints new group executive managing director for risk and regulation
’I look forward to embedding governance and robust risk management as a strategic asset and helping the group scale with resilience, integrity and purpose,’ says appointee
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NewsAtec Group-owned MGA secures £120m of capacity in new deal
’We had reached a tipping point with more demand for our products than we were able to meet. This additional capacity will take the shackles off,’ says chief underwriting officer
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NewsTokio Marine International appoints new chief claims officer in latest leadership change
‘I look forward to driving innovation and strengthening its claims capabilities to support our clients and our underwriting teams,’ says appointee
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NewsIUA calls for strong regulatory framework for automated aviation
’A clear and enforceable regulatory regime will help mitigate risks and support the development of insurance products,’ says director of underwriting
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NewsHowden-owned MGA launches new trade credit insurance arm
’Our dedicated teams based in local markets are perfectly placed to deliver responsive, tailored solutions that help clients manage credit risk more effectively and continue growing with confidence,’ says appointee
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NewsBrokers push for greater delegated authority as demand for bespoke and hybrid eTrading grows
’There isn’t any nuance for the wealth of experience and advice that the broker can bring in,’ says managing director
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NewsAnd-e advances expertise in autonomous vehicle insurance
’The initiative underscores the positive impact that autonomous mobility will have on daily life,’ says chief executive
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NewsGallagher extends smart follow facility to include power risks
’The new power facility is great for our clients as it provides a streamlined solution for placement of follow lines,’ says chairman
