w New whitepaper advises on how to future proof your scheme business By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 06 Dec 2018 09:59:58 +0000 Insurance Age and Axa release the third in a series of whitepapers to help brokers and MGAs launch and manage schemes and delegated authorities. Full Article
w Candles, craft, coffee and cover - how one broker is mixing it up to make a mark By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 25 Feb 2019 09:29:37 +0000 Dr John Mitchell speaks to Jonathan Swift about his venture Wessex Business Services, an insurance broker – although not in name - with quite a few interesting side lines from scented candles to hot desking spaces. Full Article
w Diversity & inclusion success in Insurance to be celebrated at new Age awards By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 21 May 2019 13:11:07 +0100 The first Diversity & Inclusion in Insurance Awards to be held in November Full Article
w The Blog Spot: Cobra - how the once Towergate target ended up at PIB By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 06 Jun 2019 13:44:14 +0100 Once upon a time you could not keep Cobra out of the news. Insurance Age content director Jonathan Swift reflects on how the business regrouped almost by stealth to become the latest important part of the PIB growth story. Full Article
w Dive in registration opens tomorrow By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 10 Jul 2019 09:16:38 +0100 Festival promoting diversity and inclusion will explore mental health and the issue of bullying and harassment. Full Article
w CCRS selects new MD of broking By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2019 09:37:32 +0100 Broker says hire will give it more “management bandwidth” for continued growth. Full Article
w The Blog Spot: RIP Jelf, hello Marsh Commercial - what's in a broking brand? By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 13 Sep 2019 08:34:51 +0100 As Marsh rebrands Jelf, Insurance Age content director Jonathan Swift reflects on the passing of another name heavily associated with noughties broker consolidation Full Article
w CII commits to mental health agenda with Inside Out Leadership Charter By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 10 Oct 2019 11:01:44 +0100 Organisation has committed to specific principles involving mental health such as talking about mental health and wellbeing at board meetings at least twice per annum. Full Article
w The Blog Spot: “Sorry” – the final word? By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2019 13:36:17 +0000 Simon Matson has finally apologised after comments he made about exiting employees, described as racist and abusive were highlighted in court papers, but is it enough? Full Article
w Video: What is reverse mentoring? By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 11:36:09 +0000 Close Brothers, Sharon Bishop, explains how the management technique is helping her. Full Article
w News analysis: Why do brokers need to care about the FCA focus on D&I? By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 12:41:32 +0000 A recent letter from the regulator could indicate that it wants to widen its remit to include diversity and inclusion. Should brokers be worried? Martin Friel reports. Full Article
w Getsafe partners with Hiscox for UK launch By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 16 Jan 2020 10:26:26 +0000 German MGA Getsafe, which offers digital contents insurance, was established two years ago. Full Article
w Wentworth Alexander swaps SSP for Applied Epic By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 23 Jan 2020 14:53:05 +0000 The business is planning to create a self-service portal and mobile apps for staff and customers. Full Article
w Blog: How flood prevention technology can impact claims management By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 24 Jan 2020 10:01:45 +0000 Jonathan Jackson, CEO at flood forecasting InsurTech Previsico, explains how new technologies can change the industry's approach to flood claims. Full Article
w Opinion: Brookhurst Advisory's Paul Upton on the future of underwriting By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 12:18:41 +0000 The end of underwriting? Is technology a magic bullet to generate profitable underwriting? Paul Upton asks Full Article
w Applied targets 40% growth in the UK and Ireland By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 15:43:44 +0000 Senior VP of international operations, Jeff Purdy, says the software house's growth opportunity in the UK is "material" as Joe Sultana joins Andy Fairchild on its new European leadership team. Full Article
w Andrew Scott joins Broker Insights as advisor By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 10:10:23 +0000 Scott, who founded Aston Scott Group, has invested in the start-up which was launched by former Aviva broker distribution director Fraser Edmond. Full Article
w Coverly confirms growth plans amid redundancy threat at parent firm BFS By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 04 Mar 2020 15:04:38 +0000 The SME-focused insurtech was launched by former Aviva and Brokerbility expert, Jodi Cartwright, in 2019. Full Article
w Sam White's Freedom expands into home with insurtech deal By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 06 Mar 2020 10:16:14 +0000 Freedom Services Group's purchase of Aventus-driven broker Homelyfe was revealed earlier this week. Full Article
w Applied Systems implements remote working globally By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 11:55:58 +0000 Software house has also introduced measures to enable its clients to follow suit. Full Article
w Covid-19: Software houses release continuity plans By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 10:43:34 +0000 Updated: No interruptions to services are expected, but some staff are expected to remain at their offices. Full Article
w Blog: How tech kept the world ticking over By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 24 Mar 2020 12:27:06 +0000 Qlaims Insurance's Mike Keating on how technology will help brokers, insurers and customers stay connected during the coronavirus outbreak. Full Article
w Covid-19: App-based broker Lenny closes down after backers exit By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 11:40:07 +0100 Short-term car insurance broker says the Coronavirus outbreak made it a "frustratingly unfavourable landscape" to find a new backer. Full Article
w How to reduce your carbon footprint from flying By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 03 Jun 2018 17:32:17 +0000 If you can't avoid flying, you can reduce or eliminate your carbon footprint when you do. Full Article Transportation
w Why can't we solve the modern traffic jam? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 16 Jun 2018 18:12:50 +0000 With more cars on the road and few infrastructure projects to ease congestion, traffic jams are just getting more epic. Full Article Transportation
w Why I said goodbye to my Miata By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Aug 2018 15:58:52 +0000 Driving can be fun (especially in a Miata!) but walking and cycling is a lot healthier, cheaper and better for the environment. Full Article Transportation
w How older Americans got stuck in the suburbs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Sep 2018 16:28:00 +0000 This didn't just happen; the creation of the suburbs and interstate highways were the direct result of a Cold War defense policy. Full Article Transportation
w What would your city be like without cars? This city tried it By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Sep 2018 12:19:42 +0000 The Spanish city of Pontevedra takes car-free to the next level by converting 75 acres into a pedestrian-only zone. Full Article Transportation
w Why aging boomers need walkable cities more than convenient parking By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Sep 2018 10:42:14 +0000 If people from any age group can't move to a walkable city, then they're going to have to fix what they've got. Full Article Transportation
w How biofuels can help struggling airlines By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Oct 2018 18:36:17 +0000 Airlines are bracing for a fuel price increase and looking to biofuels as a short- and long-term solution to unpredictable oil markets. Full Article Transportation
w The world's newest commercial airport is an engineering marvel By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 13 Oct 2018 15:59:21 +0000 One of the world's newest airports, Pakyong Airport, is amazingly scenic, but engineers had to build it from scratch in the Himalaya Mountains. Full Article Transportation
w Sydney wants to transform abandoned rail tunnels into nightlife hotspot By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Oct 2018 12:35:11 +0000 Officials in New South Wales are confident that transforming the ghost tunnels could have 'global potential.' Full Article Transportation
w In Istanbul, your recyclables can reduce your subway fare By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 03 Nov 2018 14:45:23 +0000 Istanbul, Turkey, is the latest city to adopt a novel recycling idea that allows public transit riders to pay part of their fare through recycling bottles. Full Article Transportation
w Scenic New Zealand train route to reopen 2 years after massive earthquake By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Nov 2018 13:22:32 +0000 The Coastal Pacific Train route closed following the Kaikoura earthquake in November 2016. The 61-mile route will reopen on Dec. 1, 2018. Full Article Transportation
w Why do millennials drive less than boomers? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Nov 2018 17:52:08 +0000 How you get around determines where you live, and vice versa. Full Article Transportation
w How to survive a long airplane flight By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Nov 2018 14:59:02 +0000 No one looks forward to spending hours and hours in a cramped airplane seat, but there are ways to make those lengthy flights more comfortable. Full Article Transportation
w Why San Francisco nixing parking minimums is a win for the environment By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Dec 2018 18:45:16 +0000 With newly passed legislation, San Francisco is now the largest city in the country to not require a minimum number of parking spaces for new developments. Full Article Transportation
w How pedestrians avoid running into each other By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Dec 2018 13:07:39 +0000 Walkers have a comfort zone to prevent collisions. Full Article Transportation
w Elon Musk previews his not-so-Boring tunnel By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Dec 2018 15:21:47 +0000 Elon Musk previews his Boring tunnel, an underground transportation tube for electric vehicles that gets drivers off the busy streets of L.A. Full Article Transportation
w Why Oslo is saying no to cars in its city center By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Dec 2018 16:27:45 +0000 Pedestrians and cyclists will soon rule the streets in the Norwegian capital's downtown core. Full Article Transportation
w Was 2018 the year of peak combustion engine? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 31 Dec 2018 00:18:06 +0000 Sales of internal combustion engine cars might never again reach 2018 levels. Full Article Transportation
w Tokyo Metro offers free noodles to help thin out rush hour crowds By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Jan 2019 15:15:45 +0000 The world's busiest metro system is hoping that complimentary noodles will convince morning commuters to adjust their riding habits. Full Article Transportation
w Why Florida is the most dangerous state (by far) for pedestrians By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 02 Feb 2019 15:12:27 +0000 Smart Growth America's Dangerous by Design report finds walking to be a particularly perilous activity in Orlando, Daytona Beach and Cape Coral, Florida. Full Article Transportation
w Tesla releases new 'dog mode' for pet owners By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Feb 2019 19:39:51 +0000 Clever new option from Tesla prevents your dogs from getting too hot and also informs curious passersby of your imminent return. Full Article Transportation
w Costa Rica poised to become world's first fossil fuel-free country By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Feb 2019 15:01:17 +0000 While the Central American country of Costa Rica is the king of clean electricity, it has some serious work to do when it comes to transportation. Full Article Transportation
w Boomers and e-bikes were made for each other By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Mar 2019 17:46:50 +0000 More aging boomers are getting on e-bikes, but they should make sure they buy the best cycles for older cyclists. Full Article Transportation
w Why you should always stand, not pass others, on the escalator By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 16 Mar 2019 20:45:38 +0000 It's way more efficient, not to mention more polite, for everyone. Full Article Transportation
w London gets its first 3D crosswalk and it's a traffic-slowing beauty By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Mar 2019 18:31:42 +0000 Located in northwest London, it's the first optical illusion-y pedestrian crossing in the U.K. Full Article Transportation
w NAPA Breaks Guinness Record of Most Cars Washed in 8 Hours By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 28 May 2019 19:48:56 +0000 Auto Parts store locations join forces with community partners to wash 7,197 cars. Full Article Transportation
w 4 Lawn Mower Safety Tips You May Be Overlooking By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Jun 2019 15:58:41 +0000 Remember these simple lawn mower safety tips before you mow or perform repairs. Full Article Transportation