Insurance standards body Acord has opened a London office following its takeover of the joint venture and RINET business, formerly managed by Wise.

The office in the London Underwriting Centre, which is also home to the International Underwriting Association, gives Acord a link to the London insurance market.

Ex-Wise employee Phil Brown, who is standards manager for Acord, will manage the office. Acord plans to open an office in Brussels before the end of the year.

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.
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