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Markel appoints new head of fine art and specie
‘Rising asset values, a surge in high profile thefts and more frequent natural catastrophes are creating new risks while intensifying existing exposures,’ says director
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Gallagher appoints ex-BMS leader as COO for specialty division
’He is the ideal individual to take the helm of our specialty operations,’ says chief executive
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Biba appoints new head of public affairs
’I’m delighted to be joining Biba and look forward to advancing the organisation’s key points,’ says new head of public affairs
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Hood Group names new head of pet
’He brings a strong combination of commercial expertise, partnership experience and deep sector knowledge, making him ideally placed to lead the growth plans in our pet business,’ says chief commercial director
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Kingfisher promotes for new managing director
’After developing the commercial insurance proposition at Kingfisher, I’m delighted to have taken up the managing director role,’ says appointee
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Marsh Risk appoints new UK chief claims officer
’The prompt and equitable resolution of claims is the standard by which the insurance industry is rightly judged,’ says appointee
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Aviva promotes for new commercial lines chief underwriting officer
’Since joining Aviva last year, she has made a significant impact, recognised for her sharp insights, collaboration and results,’ says UK&I chief executive
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High Five: Catch up on the biggest stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the top five stories making headlines across the market from 11 to 15 May 2026
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The biggest people moves this week
Insurance Times rounds up the most significant appointments, hires and leadership developments from 11 to 15 May 2026
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Axa XL launches new arm to scale prevention services
’Our clients are looking for more than risk transfer, they want partners who can help them anticipate, prevent and mitigate risk,’ says CUO
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Ardonagh-owned broker appoints ex-Howden leader as joint managing director for A&H
’He is highly regarded across the market and his specialisms are a natural fit for the direction we are taking the division,’ says head
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Ageas UK to make job cuts after review of organisational structure
’We are reducing duplication, reinvesting in digital and data and building the skills and capabilities needed to meet evolving customer needs while keeping prices fair,’ says spokesperson
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Biba 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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Broking 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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Biba 2026: Jensten Group ‘growing and extending propositions at rapid pace’ after restructure
’We’ve got bold ambitions,’ says chief executive
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Biba reshuffles main board with new appointments across advisory committees
Trade body announces leadership changes as several long-serving board members complete their terms
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Zurich 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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Specialist MGA appoints ex-AXA leader as head of property and casualty
’I’m excited to join and help shape the next phase of its P&C journey,’ says appointee
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Arch 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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Top networking tips for 2026’s Biba Conference
Samantha Lydon, managing director at Empower Development, shares how delegates can network with confidence when attending Biba’s annual conference in Manchester this year
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