Lloyd's S&P upgrade possible; RBS direct for IPO; Benelux build out; California hit by earthquake ‘swarm'; HCC $300mn buy-back; Maiden offering; Novae CFO to exit; Validus upgraded; Southport Re recruits; Suncorp targeted more cat limit before Berkshire QS; Generali US arm up for sale; Liberty drive; Howden builds London energy team; BMS US hire
28 August 2012