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Aon and Willis push back against New Zealand anti-trust effort

In a joint submission, the intermediaries argue that the deal will not reduce market competition in New Zealand.

James Thaler, 02 February 2021
Aon’s John Bruno steps down as COO

Business COO James Platt will take on the role until the expected closing of the broker’s merger with Willis Towers Watson.

James Thaler, 30 January 2021
InsurTech valuations driven by ‘investor hype’: Willis Re’s Johnston

Companies with strong brands still fall down on “traditional success criteria”, the InsurTech head says.

Anna Sagar, 28 January 2021
Aon’s post-deal reinsurance leadership decision marks a clear departure from the adversarial Benfield integration.

Aon’s decision on its post-deal reinsurance leadership shows it has moved past tactics of its Benfield-era integration.

Fiona Robertson, 28 January 2021
Willis issues client alert over SolarWinds cyber attack

The broker warns that some carriers are seeking to limit cover in response to the attack.

John Hewitt Jones, 23 January 2021
Willis wins Bristow Helicopters account from merger partner Aon

The account with one of the world's leading helicopter providers is worth about $15mn in annual premiums.

Anna Sagar, 21 January 2021
Towers Watson investors ask judge to approve $90mn class action settlements

Bloomberg Law reports that a settlement would bring litigation in Virginia and Delaware to a close.

Bernard Goyder, 21 January 2021
Renewable energy rates to harden 10%-20%: Willis

The broker says the London and European renewables markets achieved profitability in 2020.

Anna Sagar, 19 January 2021
Recession and capital gains tax reforms boost broker M&A momentum

Economic headwinds combine with high valuations to create greater impetus for intermediary sales.

Rachel Dalton, 13 January 2021
Capitol Hill protests could fuel change in PV buying habits

Sources warn further unrest is possible and anticipate rising demand for SRCC and even full political violence cover.

Anna Sagar, 12 January 2021
Ten themes for 2021 in (re)insurance

This publication looks at 10 issues that will shape the industry in the year ahead, from rate sustainability to start-up progress to the post-Covid recovery.

Adam McNestrie, 11 January 2021
Willis hires Marsh’s Garvey as Australia financial solutions head

The new recruit will report to Fabien Conderanne, who leads the line of business across Asia Pacific.

Rachel Dalton, 08 January 2021