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NewsMarkel promotes for new UK head of technology
‘We are confident that under his leadership, Markel will continue to provide market-leading insurance solutions tailored to the evolving needs of technology businesses,’ says director of underwriting
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NewsAviva reveals drop in percentage of brokers actively recruiting
Aviva says the drop may be due to “stabilisation in the market, suggesting that many brokers have successfully filled their staffing needs”
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NewsBedford-based £4m GWP broker acquired
The deal represents the final stage of a two-step succession plan
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NewsBroker established in 1887 transitions to employee ownership trust
’Becoming an EOT allows us to preserve our independence while ensuring our dedicated colleagues have a direct stake in future success,’ says managing director
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NewsCost of extreme weather and natural disasters around £1.55tn in last decade
‘Addressing the escalating costs of extreme weather and natural catastrophes requires collective and immediate action,’ says chief executive
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NewsSRG makes two senior hires after snapping up specialist team from Lloyd’s broker
’Their expertise aligns perfectly with our vision and I’m excited to see what we will achieve together,’ says chief executive
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NewsABI promotes internal candidate as new director of regulation
‘He brings significant experience from the financial services sector to the role and has already made demonstrable progress on a number of issues that are a priority for our members,’ says director general
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NewsExiting Esure owner reportedly in talks to lead $2bn investment in broker
The new investment is set to take the form of preferred equity, according to a report
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NewsEx-Hiscox distribution director joins digital broker as UK CCO
’Her data-driven approach and extensive connections will bolster our core proposition and facilitate our expansion into new markets,’ says UK chief executive
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NewsFCA revokes Glasgow-based broker’s permissions to operate after fair value reporting failure
The regulator has deemed the broker ‘not a fit and proper person to conduct regulated activities’ after ignoring fair value questionnaire request from 2022
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NewsEx-LSE leader joins Hiscox as new CTO for London market
’His experience and expertise will be key to delivering on our ambitions,’ says chief executive
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NewsMGU chief executive to retire after being diagnosed with MS
’Stepping down was not an easy decision, but following my diagnosis of progressive MS, it’s the right one,’ says chief executive
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NewsInsurtechs team up to ‘break down the siloes that impede decision-making’
’We’re creating a seamless experience that empowers insurers to make data-driven decisions with confidence,’ says vice president
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NewsNearly two thirds of insurers currently modernising core systems
‘The insurance industry is at a pivotal point where modernisation is no longer optional, but essential,’ says chief executive
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NewsAventum-owned MGA hires to lead treaty push in specialty reinsurance
Appointee ‘brings deep technical knowledge and strategic insight’, says global chief executive
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NewsIgnite chief executive departs after nearly a decade at the helm
’I’m going to enjoy watching from the sidelines, like an over-proud parent whose child has already exceeded their achievements,’ says departing boss
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NewsWTW expands real estate team with multiple appointments
‘The addition of these highly skilled professionals enhances our ability to provide tailored, risk-focused solutions for clients in an increasingly complex market,’ says leader
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NewsTrudgill responds to Markerstudy not exhibiting at 2025 Biba Conference
Markerstudy said it was unable to secure the stand it had hoped for
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NewsAviva appoints health boss as new claims chief as Malik departs
Malik has left his role after three years with the business
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NewsSocial spots: The must-attend post-conference parties at 2025’s Biba Conference
Exhibiting firms at this year’s Biba Conference also have the 5pm to 9am covered for attending delegates, with evening networking opportunities aplenty across Manchester’s hottest venues. Insurance Times lists some of brokers’ entertainment options…
