Schemes
Product roundup: Networks to the fore this month
It was a month dominated by networks as the likes of Broker Network, Countrywide and Purple Partnership all released an assortment of products.
A great idea is no longer enough
Converting schemes concepts into real-world commercial prospects takes time and dedication, says Tony Bloomer
Ageas UK CEO Watson commits to motor schemes market
Ageas UK CEO Andy Watson has admitted that the insurer is watching motor "very closely" as prices and profitability continue to fall.
Biba CEO White reveals rate movement report plan
British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) CEO Steve White has revealed that the trade body is looking into publishing a report that plots rate movements for a basket of insurer risk.
Bluefin confirms twin regional moves
Bluefin has announced two regional appointments to boost its Bath office and expand its Northampton schemes department respectively.
UK General unveils lifestyle excess offering
UK General has moved to broaden its schemes base with the launch of a lifestyle excess product.
Biba turnover rises by 9% to hit £3.5m
The British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) saw its turnover rise by 9% to reach £3.5m for the year ended 31 December 2012.
Das teams up with Broker Network for new scheme
Das and Towergate-owned Broker Network have launched a new commercial legal expenses scheme exclusively for Broker Network and Countrywide ‘Complete’ members.
Roundup: Products under starter’s orders
A whole array of products sped into view last month as insurers and brokers ensured the arrival of the summer silly season would not put the brakes on their new offerings.
Invicta buys Stackhouse Poland book
Invicta Insurance Services has confirmed the purchase of a portfolio of selected personal lines policies from Stackhouse Poland.
UK General and Policy Shop partner in £1m motor scheme deal
UK General has launched a non-standard motor scheme in conjunction with Coventry-based broker Policy Shop.
Biba and Kingsbridge pair up to launch PI scheme for freelancers
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has launched a professional indemnity scheme for freelance professionals in conjunction with Kingsbridge Professional Solutions.
Arista launches SME scheme with Leicestershire broker
Arista Insurance has launched its sixth scheme this year with Leicestershire broker Online Risk Solutions.
Ocaso schemes go live on Transactor
Transactor has partnered with Ocaso to distribute the insurer’s household products on its software platform.
#BibaFever takes hold at conference
The month of the annual British Insurance Brokers’ Association conference, held this year in London, always produces a veritable deluge of new products from insurers keen to woo brokers. And this year was no exception as the products rolled in on a daily…
A champagne moment that’s good for business, says UK Broker Award winner
Matthew Pyke, managing director at Lloyd & Whyte, has described winning the schemes category at the UK Broker Awards 2012 as “fantastic” and revealed that has proved useful for business.
Client view: Brokers must "have your back"
Knowing that a broker has "completely got your back" is a crucial element of professionalism, a long-term client of Darwin Clayton has told Insurance Age.
LV Broker launches schemes platform for brokers
LV Broker has launched Easyscheme for brokers’ schemes business.
Biba swaps Lorega for Das in loss recovery scheme
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has replaced Lorega with Das UK as the provider for its loss recovery scheme.
RSA to unveil exclusive Biba conference deals
RSA has revealed plans to give brokers who attend the British Insurance Brokers’ Association’s (Biba) conference exclusive deals.
Towergate-owned CCV wraps up Waveney Insurance Brokers deal
CCV has bought East Anglia-based Waveney Insurance Brokers, Insurance Age can reveal.
Hiscox UK sees GWP boost
Hiscox UK has revealed an 8.5% increase in gross written premiums (GWP) for the first quarter of 2013 to £96.7m (Q1 2012: £89.1m).
Hiscox launches wedding car scheme
Hiscox has teamed up with broker Abbeyfields to launch a niche policy for wedding car hire companies.
UK General hits 500-scheme target
UK General Insurance has reached its 500-scheme target and laid out plans to focus on a "product-led strategy" concentrating on "profitable business, as opposed to chasing volume".