All articles by James Cowen – Page 11
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NewsBiba 2026: Burnham pulls out of Biba Conference as PM’s future hangs in the balance
Burnham was seen in London just ahead of the conference getting underway
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NewsIntact Insurance launches new claims charter for brokers
’This charter sets out, in practical terms, what brokers and their clients can expect from us,’ says chief operating officer
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NewsBroking platform appoints new group head of M&A
’I’m delighted to be joining AIH to lead its M&A programme as it builds a group centred around high quality, independent commercial lines brokers,’ says appointee
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NewsBiba 2026: Jensten Group ‘growing and extending propositions at rapid pace’ after restructure
’We’ve got bold ambitions,’ says chief executive
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NewsZurich UK appoints new head of regional market for the north
’His leadership capability and deep industry knowledge will be invaluable as we continue to grow,’ says head
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NewsArch Insurance UK’s regional division appoints new branch manager
’His breadth of experience across underwriting and distribution, alongside his dedication to delivering high quality service, will ensure we continue to meet the evolving needs of our brokers and clients,’ says appointee
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NewsMarkerstudy launches new commercial arm targeting £200m GWP
’All our commercial insurance brands are now organised into one simplified structure,’ says chief executive
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NewsJMG Group expands in Midlands with trio of acquisitions
’The Midlands continues to be a key focus for us,’ says regional managing director
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NewsSSP plans organisational restructure to streamline service
’This planned restructure will allow us to operate with greater focus in our respective markets,’ says managing director
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NewsAllianz moves commercial cyber portfolio to Coalition
’The global cyber insurance market is growing and evolving at pace and is a core coverage that is in high demand from our clients,’ says board member
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NewsCovéa Insurance appoints new chief operating officer
’His depth of experience and understanding of Covéa make him ideally placed to continue leading in this role,’ says chief executive
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NewsBiba appoints new regional manager for the north
’She knows the region well and is on the front foot, having great relationships there already,’ says head of commercial
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NewsVerlingue appoints new sales director for risk management
’It feels like an excellent time to be joining Verlingue,’ says appointee
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NewsClear Group rebrands two MGAs
’Together, these changes strengthen a proposition firmly centred on brokers,’ says broker
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NewsAventum acquires family-owned marine and logistics MGA
’This acquisition opens up a significant new growth region for us in Continental Europe,’ says chief executive
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NewsAviva makes acquisition to strengthen disaster recovery and restoration services
’Bringing the two organisations together supports a more seamless end to end property claims experience and helps us respond quickly when customers need us most,’ says chief claims officer
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NewsDWF appoints managing partner for insurance services division
’It’s a privilege to work alongside such talented colleagues across the globe,’ says appointee
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IT InterviewGraeme Trudgill: Potential ‘future PM’ and the FCA – why to attend first session of 26 Biba Conference
Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham will take to the stage during the opening session of this year’s Biba Conference
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NewsMotor premiums stable in Q1 2026 despite cost of repairs increasing
’The sustained high costs of repairs continue to be a concern,’ says director
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NewsCovéa makes two personal lines leadership appointments
’It is an exciting time for the personal lines team and Covéa more broadly, as the business continues to build on the trust it has with brokers,’ says insurer
