All articles by James Cowen – Page 18
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NewsUS-based distributor agrees to acquire $1.3bn GWP Lloyd’s insurer
’As our first investment outside of North America, this marks an exciting and significant milestone in our company’s evolution,’ says chief executive
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NewsAxa UK and Ireland appoints new chief financial officer
’I look forward to bringing my experience to build on the great progress already being made,’ says appointee
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NewsTop brokers revealed as global broking fees and commissions hit $180bn in 2024
Data shows the top 15 groups are believed to have controlled 48.7% of total global broking fees and commissions in 2024
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NewsLloyd’s broker appoints London market veteran as non executive director
’I am certain this news will make many of our friends in the market smile,’ says chief executive
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NewsHowden inks new deal to launch ‘first of its kind’ crypto proposition
’As digital assets become more mainstream, institutional-grade protection is essential to build trust, reduce risk and support the long-term growth of the crypto economy,’ says broker
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News AnalysisIn Focus: The ‘very real challenge’ of MGA capacity amid soft market cycle – how can MGAs stand out?
’There is an inevitable pressure on firms to demonstrate how they can better manage their underwriting portfolios,’ says managing director
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NewsScottish broker to rebrand after being acquired by US-based firm
’Our UK presence has developed into a highly connected entity,’ says chief executive
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NewsPremium Credit hires ex-Axa and RSA leader as director of partner relationships
’The teams have strong foundations and reputations in the market,’ says appointee
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NewsBest performing MGA in UK revealed
’The standout story this year is productivity – MGAs are finding smarter ways to work and becoming leaner and more efficient in the process,’ says co-founder
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NewsWinslow makes first comments since stepping down as DLG chief executive
’I’m immensely proud of what we’ve achieved together and now it’s time for DLG’s next chapter, as well as mine,’ says Winslow
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NewsNewcastle-based MGA acquired by SRG
’The team bring complementary expertise in construction and property-owners’ and their values and focus on delivering for brokers across the UK make them a natural fit,’ says deputy chief executive
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News AnalysisBriefing: As Aviva completes DLG takeover, is more personal lines market consolidation on the cards?
The personal lines market is hotting up, with big players looking at acquisitions in this area
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NewsAviva to merge personal lines operations ‘into a single, integrated business’ after DLG takeover
’The completion of the acquisition of DLG brings together some of the country’s best-known and admired insurance brands,’ says chief executive
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NewsAviva names new personal lines chief executive as it completes £3.7bn DLG takeover
’Together we’ll build a leading business in UK personal lines,’ says chief executive
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NewsCMA approves Aviva's takeover of DLG as court sanctions scheme
New updates on Aviva’s takeover of DLG have been issued
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NewsPolitical risk broker completes transition to 100% employee ownership
’It preserves our culture and values and protects the group for future generations,’ says chief executive
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NewsHowden Re announces new executive chair as leader steps down
’I am enormously proud of what we have built at Howden Re and honoured to be executive chair,’ says appointee
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NewsArdonagh completes major $2.5bn equity investment
’With such strong financial backing, Ardonagh has unparalleled empowerment to capitalise on future growth opportunities and deliver value,’ says chief executive
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NewsDigital distributor renews binder arrangement with Axa
’This renewal continues a long-standing and highly valued partnership that has been fundamental to our growth,’ says commercial director
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NewsPE firm acquires further stake in broker Pantheon Specialty
’We look forward to capitalising on the significant opportunities ahead,’ says founder
