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MGA Subscribe appoints new managing director
‘He combines deep underwriting knowledge with extensive leadership experience and a strong understanding of how specialist MGAs can create value,’ says chief executive
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French broker enters UK market with acquisition of six Leicester-based firms
The deal for a suite of Leicester-based firms involved in the real-estate insurance sector marks the French firm’s first foray into the UK market
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Chubb expands PI distribution with Acturis launch
‘Bringing Chubb’s PI product onto Acturis gives brokers another efficient way to quote with us,’ says PI manager
News Analysis
Residential property owners brokers win big amid strong scheme performances
The latest Insurance Times Schemes Index – an in-depth analysis of exclusive data from broker schemes software provider SchemeServe – reveals that two major schemes performed exceptionally well in what has been a strong six months for brokers
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Informal communications in professional services create new risks – Hiscox
Sponsored content: Maxim Dobrov, consultancy and professional services sector lead at Hiscox, discusses the risks that can arise from the increased use of informal communications in professional services
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MGA expands PI capacity to £10m through new deal
’This additional capacity strengthens our ability to support brokers placing higher PI limits by simplifying the overall structure of the placement,’ says head
News Analysis
Standout schemes deliver strong six-monthly earnings, but new business sees mixed momentum
Drawing on exclusive data from broker schemes software provider SchemeServe, the Insurance Times Schemes Index pinpoints where brokers are delivering strong earnings, which schemes are gaining momentum and which may face challenges in the year ahead
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MGA appoints Liberty veteran as new PI leader
’With his leadership qualities, he will play a pivotal role in shaping and expanding our portfolio in the years ahead, ensuring we continue to build a proposition anchored in expertise, discipline and strong broker relationships,’ says chief executive
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Pen Underwriting launches into UK mid-market PI sector
’Extending our PI risk appetite to include larger firms, which are typically more complex, is another example of how we listen to our broker partners and respond,’ says managing director
News Analysis
Richard Turnbull: Collegiate marking 40 years of quiet success
As the professional indemnity MGA celebrates its 40th anniversary, managing director Richard Turnbull reflects on mutual origins, growth and why underwriting discipline still trumps chasing premium.
News Analysis
Schemes brokers enjoy commission growth after strong year for large schemes
Many large schemes saw solid growth in the second half of 2025, increasing net commission earnings for brokers and strengthening hopes for continued growth in the coming year
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QBE announces senior hires ahead of European media PI launch
’The hire of two trusted media insurance specialists underpins QBE’s commitment to growth in this area as we look to further diversify our PI portfolio,’ says PI portfolio manager of international markets
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Arch backs internal talent for new London market PI role
‘Her promotion is well deserved and highlights her deep sector and technical expertise,’ says head of professional indemnity
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MGA targets PI expansion as new long-term capacity deal agreed
’This agreement represents a major milestone,’ says chief executive
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Boutique MGA unveils international PI practice backed by Lloyd’s capacity
As part of the launch, a new class underwriter has been appointed
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Insurance Times Awards 2025: Markel builds in PI cover to construction product
Mark Plews, director of underwriting at Markel, discusses his firm’s entry to the excellence in underwriting category
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‘Set and forget’ approach leaving 75% of SMEs underinsured – Hiscox
‘From cyber threats and supply chain disruption to environmental events and shifting regulatory requirements, the landscape is shifting fast,’ says chief underwriting officer
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Insurance Times Awards 2025: Markel tackles broker pain points with integrated PI solution
Martin Parker, head of construction at Markel, talks about the company’s submission for the Challenger of the Year category
News Analysis
Retroactive reckoning: Construction PI faces its 30-year shadow
‘Developers thought projects from 20 years ago were long tail – now they’re live liabilities again,’ says managing partner
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Brokers should carefully assess their own exposures when renewing PI – Pen Underwriting
Sponsored content: Sachin Gupta, managing director of UK professional indemnity at Pen Underwriting, discusses how an increasingly competitive broker PI market should not tempt brokers into moving purely on price
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