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Aviva adds terrorism cover as standard for digital SME policies in market first
‘We’re helping more customers access protection that they may otherwise go without,’ says managing director
IT Interview
Stuart Heath: Tokio Marine HCC seeks to inject ‘fresh ideas’ with global distribution strategy
International head of distribution says specialty insurer is planning to “strike that gold” with tiered broker distribution strategy, aiming to mirror UK plan implementation in the US and Europe
News Analysis
Residential property owners brokers win big amid strong scheme performances
The latest Insurance Times Schemes Index – an in-depth analysis of exclusive data from broker schemes software provider SchemeServe – reveals that two major schemes performed exceptionally well in what has been a strong six months for brokers
News Analysis
Standout schemes deliver strong six-monthly earnings, but new business sees mixed momentum
Drawing on exclusive data from broker schemes software provider SchemeServe, the Insurance Times Schemes Index pinpoints where brokers are delivering strong earnings, which schemes are gaining momentum and which may face challenges in the year ahead
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Commercial Express hires new head of schemes development
’This new role will be integral to the evolution of our technical underwriting team,’ says chief executive
News
BrokerCentral integrates ratings hub for personal lines broker trading
’The collaboration creates greater connectivity across the industry,’ says senior director
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Movo Partnership expands personal lines panel access for brokers
’Our network can now access a competitive panel of motor products,’ says chief executive
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Aviva promises ‘more to come’ around scheme partnerships after mimicking MGA type tech
The insurer’s digital referral process aims to facilitate ‘proactive’ conversations with brokers, rather than reactive ones
News Analysis
In Focus: How insurers use data to support broker schemes – and what happens when it’s limited?
’If you don’t have good data, insurers will be less interested because it makes it difficult to assess [if] the scheme works, is it fit for purpose,’ says director
Analysis
In Focus: Could cyber-centric broker schemes boost commercial cyber insurance penetration?
The latest Insurance Times Schemes Index, published on 15 January 2026, has typically reflected an erratic picture for commercial cyber schemes. With premiums up 12% on six months ago, do cyber-centric broker schemes have the potential to improve uptake of commercial cyber insurance?
News Analysis
Schemes brokers enjoy commission growth after strong year for large schemes
Many large schemes saw solid growth in the second half of 2025, increasing net commission earnings for brokers and strengthening hopes for continued growth in the coming year
IT Interview
Derek Coles: UGL Insurance’s chief executive talks ‘recalibrating’ after completing ‘three years in one’
’We’re like a chameleon, or a leopard that can change its spots – we can be different things to different markets and that’s what gives our business flexibility,’ chief executive tells Insurance Times
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Ecclesiastical hires Admiral chief executive as new director of schemes and partnerships
’There is real opportunity to grow our commercial lines business across schemes, MGAs and partnerships and I look forward to working with colleagues and broker partners to deliver the next phase of sustainable, long-term growth,’ says appointee
News Analysis
Top earning schemes deliver brokers reliable commission growth
The largest schemes have delivered brokers reliable growth in commission over the past two years, though volatility and slumps – such as in previous fast-climber cyber liability – have been seen in other lines
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Digital distributor partners with Peach to launch scheme that covers creatives
‘We identified a gap in the creatives sector for the right protection available online at the right price,’ says commercial director
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Hiscox plans raft of new product launches for 2025’s H2
The insurer is currently crafting numerous products to launch by year-end, as well as maintaining its hunt for suitable broker scheme opportunities, says chief underwriting officer
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High five: Catch up on the biggest exclusive stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the biggest exclusive stories from 30 June to 4 July 2025
News Analysis
Scheme brokers see double digit year-on-year commission growth – but momentum slows
Commission growth may be up year-on-year for major scheme classes, but this momentum has slowed and even reversed for some lines
News
High Five: Catch up on the biggest exclusive stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the biggest exclusive stories from 19 to 23 May 2025
IT Interview
Biba 2025: Tokio Marine HCC strives to secure three facilities with brokers in 2025
The insurer’s international head of distribution believes the business needs ‘to whisper a little bit louder’ than it has done in the past to attract greater brand recognition and better promote broker partnership opportunities
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