Giles Insurance Brokers
Ink in ‘unique’ position with rebrand
Giles-owned Ink Underwriting Agencies has rebranded as Ink Insurance in a move to become a one-stop shop for smaller brokers struggling to place business with insurers.
Giles-owned MGA Ink rebrands
Giles-owned managing general agent Ink Underwriting Agencies has rebranded as Ink Insurance.
Claims - Private equity backing: Unlocking private equity
Private equity is not just the preserve of the insurer and broking sectors. Daniel Dunkley looks at how the claims sector has seen a fair share of PE investment, asks why this is the case and what it means for the firms involved.
Post powerlist 2010: The influential crowd
Over the past 12 months the UK insurance industry has faced the global recession head on, taken the change of government in its stride and has shown that it is ready to face oncoming regulation in the form of Solvency II. Below we name the major players…
Penny Black's insurance week
This week Penny witnessed the most heart-thumping, testosterone-fuelled event of the insurance calendar.
Solicitors' PI: The road to reform
In recent times, the solicitors' professional indemnity market has been travelling a difficult path. Jane Bernstein examines the road ahead by taking a close look at proposed industry changes and the effect they may have.
Morgan back with MD role
Denis Morgan has returned to the broking market a year after stepping down as managing director of broker network, Westinsure.
Insurers show hands over PI renewals
RSA has confirmed it has closed its doors to new clients looking for solicitors' professional indemnity insurance.
Giles in legal dispute
Giles has taken action against a rival broker.
MGA Ink to target small solicitor firms with new PI facility
Ink Underwriting Agencies and St Giles Legal and Professional Risks have joined forces to target what they describe as the "troubled solicitors insurance market".
Westinsure shareholders back Ink takeover
Ink Underwriting Agencies has acquired Westinsure Group following 100% shareholders approval for an undisclosed sum.
Broker focus - exit options: Feathering the nest
Finding a favourable exit during the economic downturn has proved tricky for broker owners. Leigh Jackson reports on how the tide may be turning for those looking to sell.
Ink MD hits the road to secure Westinsure deal
Ink Underwriting Agencies managing director Mike Smith has begun a fortnight of roadshow meetings to convince the shareholders of broker network Westinsure to accept its offer for the business.
Top five Post stories
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Giles-owned Ink bids for Westinsure
Giles owned-managing general agent Ink has made an offer to acquire Westinsure.
Ex-Giles retail MD returns as a consultant
Former Giles Insurance Brokers retail managing director Howard Pearson has returned to the insurance industry as a consultant.
Ink moves to accommodate growth
Ink Underwriting Agencies has relocated to new offices at Vantage House in Rayleigh, Essex.
Regional review - Manchester: The Mancunian way
Manchester is a diverse city, full of character and currently undergoing something of a rebirth. Daniel Dunkley visits the city and finds a thriving insurance market.
Ex-Brokerbility chiefback with new team
Former Brokerbility chief executive Stuart Randall has teamed up with senior staff from Evergreen and Axa for his return to the insurance market, Post has learnt.
Giles takes over Hampden
Giles Insurance Brokers has acquired the retail broking division of James Hampden Insurance Brokers.
Giles Insurance Brokers in Midlands swoop
Giles Insurance Brokers has acquired the retail broking division of James Hampden Insurance Brokers.
Giles appoints seven
Giles Insurance Brokers has appointed seven new members of staff at its Llantrisant-based head office.
Giles bolsters Welsh team with NIG and Moorhouse raids
Giles Insurance Brokers has appointed seven new members of staff at its Llantrisant-based head office.
Giles confirms FSJ deal
Giles Insurance Brokers finalises deal which sees the FSJ broking unit of Cooper Gay join the broker with immediate effect.