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Analysis: Amazon enters UK insurance not with a bang, but with a whisper
Amazon’s entry into UK insurance has been talked about for years. Has the announcement of the Amazon Insurance Store satisfied the industry-built expectations?
Stubben Edge and Helodrium join forces; Specialty MGA UK launches in London; PIB appoints group CFO
For the record: Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Jensten buys Ravenhall; Six leave Ed for Consilium; HF moves to Media City
For the record: Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Briefing: Could Allianz explore direct business again?
A job advert has surfaced where Allianz is looking to expand its direct sales team within the inspections arm of the company. Could this be something that will be explored in the future for other lines?
Acrisure acquires CRK; Sian Fisher's next move; Premium Credit hire personal lines and e-trade director
For the record: Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Briefing: Government makes demands to Biba in response to ‘disturbing remuneration’ practices
The Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities, Simon Clarke has demanded ‘immediate changes’, ordering the British Insurance Brokers’ Association to address ‘disturbing’ remuneration practices following a Financial Conduct Authority…
Clyde & Co enhances cyber offering; Axa Retail launches digital-only brand; Allianz welcomes 37 flexible graduates
For the record: Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Experts advise FCA to 'tweak their rules urgently' in multi-occupancy reform
Regulation experts say “there is no immediate implementation of anything” in the Financial Conduct Authority’s report on multiple-occupancy buildings and rules could be modified to extend product value assessments.
Data Analysis: Graduate underwriting recruitment in an employee's market
Post surveys graduate opportunities in underwriting, to investigate how the sector is treating new and prospective entrants.
Spotlight on ESG: Validating the ESG credentials of the insurance supply chain
Consumers, industry participants, civil society, regulators, and the media are all increasingly questioning the integrity of some of the ‘green’ claims made by companies and financial firms. ESG scrutiny is building, and this represents both business…
Spotlight on ESG: Aligning ESG values - delivering the promises
Turning the fine words of carefully crafted corporate environmental, social and governance strategies into a meaningful reality is one of the top priorities for general insurers. However, as David Worsfold discovers, it remains a complex challenge
Interview: Ken Norgrove, RSA
Harry Curtis spoke to Ken Norgrove, RSA UK and international CEO, about life after being acquired by Intact, winning over brokers and the insurer’s technology overhaul.
Digital Bar Quarterly: The future for embedded insurance – an opportunity to enrich the customer experience
As the Financial Conduct Authority pricing reforms start to bite, insurers need to rethink their customer retention and acquisition strategies. Dan Martin, Altus consultant, outlines how embedded insurance offers them a chance to form deeper…
Data evolution is needed to become the Amazon of insurance, says Tim Smyth
Tim Smyth, CEO of UK General Insurance, says the key to Amazon’s success lies in its use of data, and that brokers and managing general agents must invest in their own data capabilities if they want to replicate the multinational’s success.
Nuventure’s product recall MGA intends to be permanent addition to the market and not a ‘disruptor’
Founder of product recall managing general agent Bluniche, said he wants the company to be a respected pillar of the recall market and not a “disruptor”.
FSB calls on insurance industry to tackle widespread confusion over what commercial policies cover
The Federation of Small Businesses has called on the insurance industry to improve the clarity of policy wordings after it found that 30% of small businesses and the self employed have difficulties understanding what their insurance covers.
London Ghost broker sentenced; Just Travel buys Alpha Underwriting; Coalition and We Fox raise $650m combined; and WTW acquires Glasgow firm
For the record: Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Telematics Roundtable: How can insurers realise the full potential of connected vehicle data?
Post, in association with Redtail Telematics and Ford, held a roundtable recently to discuss the potential benefits of connected car data and obstacles hindering uptake. Conducted under Chatham House rules, Valerie Hart presents a summation of the key…
British Insurance Awards 2022: Insurance Broker of the Year - A-Plan Insurance
A-Plan “swims against the tide,” opening more high-street branches each year and giving communities a dedicated and personable service.
British Insurance Awards 2022: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year - Allianz Commercial
Allianz Commercial’s win follows a market-beating Covid claims response, improvements to broker support, and a significant increase in combined operating ratio.
British Insurance Awards 2022: Personal Lines Insurer of the Year - Ageas UK
Ageas UK’s strategy has brought sharp focus to its heartland personal lines business in its vision is to become smarter, faster and more affordable.
British Insurance Awards 2022: Broker Partner of the Year - Arch Insurance
Arch Insurance was hailed as the Broker Partner of the Year for focusing on its core competencies, delivering consistently, and investing in service-led propositions, resulting in its UK Regional Division becoming one of the leading market contenders for…
British Insurance Awards 2022: Personal Lines Broker of the Year - Park Home Assist Insurance Services
This specialist provider won over the judges with impressive care of its most vulnerable clients, its focus on human connection and standout retention rate.
Spotlight on periodical payment orders: How do insurers manage PPO risks?
Introduced in April 2005, periodical payment orders might not have grown in the volumes some expected, but still pose challenges for general insurers not least due to their similarity to longevity life risks. Post spoke to both insurers and other…