MEDIA CENTRE

Welcome to Marsh’s UK Media Centre. From this page, members of the press can access several resources to help them stay up-to-date on the latest news releases, risk news, and even thought leadership from Marsh.  We also invite members of the media to sign up to receive alerts when news releases or other content is added to the Web site.


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May 14, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 110
Widespread Adoption Of Cloud Computing Could Be Hampered By Failure To Understand Risks
Organisations’ decisions about adopting cloud computing, with its broad promise of financial benefits, need to be made with a full view of the risks involved, Marsh said today in l...  Read More...
May 02, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 453
Gibbs Hartley Cooper To Sell Practice Portfolio To R K Harrison
Marsh today announced that it has reached agreement to sell a portfolio of four businesses within Gibbs Hartley Cooper (GHC), a part of Marsh UK, to R K Harrison. Terms are not dis...  Read More...
April 27, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 163
Rapid Adoption Of New Technologies Redefining Business Risk Landscape
Corporate and national infrastructures are increasingly vulnerable to the threats associated with cyber-crime, hactivism and stringent data protection regulation as organisations b...  Read More...
April 25, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 96
Risk Management Wins Seat At Boardroom Table In Financial Institutions Across Europe, The Middle East And Africa
Risk managers in financial institutions across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) are seizing the opportunity created by the financial crisis to demonstrate how they create ...  Read More...
April 19, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 164
Global Supply Chains Still At Risk: Marsh
Despite a number of wake-up calls from last year’s catastrophic events, many organisations still lack complete visibility into their supply chains and remain vulnerable to the next...  Read More...
April 17, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 180
Marsh Presents Carpathia’s Original Insurance Slip To Lloyd’s Of London Historic Record For Ship That Saved 700 To Be Held In Collection
Marsh has presented to Lloyd’s of London the original insurance slip for the RMS Carpathia, the ship that rescued more than 700 survivors from the RMS Titanic, after she sank 100 y...  Read More...
April 16, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 132
New Captive Owners More Likely to Stay Onshore: Marsh
Alternative Arrangements Growing New risks Being Assessed for Captive Use  Read More...
April 16, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 171
Businesses Need To Learn Lessons From The 2011 Catastrophes
Following the exceptionally severe and prolific catastrophes experienced globally in 2011, organisations now have an opportunity to learn lessons from these events and reduce the a...  Read More...
April 11, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 167
Global Property Insurance Rates Continued To Firm In First Quarter: Marsh
Global property insurance rates continued to firm in the first quarter of 2012, according to a report published today by Marsh. Despite the absence of major natural catastrophes du...  Read More...
April 03, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 436
Ground-Breaking Industry Solution to Enable Fairly-Priced Flood Insurance for All UK Households
Escalating payouts for flood damage and the impending end of the Statement of Principles on the Provision of Flood Insurance have left UK homeowners in flood-prone regions uncertai...  Read More...
March 30, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 208
Marsh Named "Global Infrastructure Insurance House of the Year" for the Third Consecutive Year
Marsh has been named ‘Global Infrastructure Insurance House of the Year’ in Infrastructure Investor’s 2012 Awards. Voted for by a global community of over 8,000 infrastructure prof...  Read More...
March 23, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 363
Marsh's Energy Insurance Training Courses Receive CII Accreditation
Marsh today announced that its Energy Insurance Training Courses have been accredited by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) in London. Marsh is the first broker to receive acc...  Read More...
March 01, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 530
Marsh Appoints Chris Lay Business Development Leader, International
Marsh today announced the appointment of Chris Lay, to the newly-created position of Business Development Leader for its International Division, which comprises all of Marsh’s oper...  Read More...
February 21, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 716
Political Risk Prospects Improving in Key Emerging Markets for Global Energy Sector
Despite an unequalled period of geo-political turmoil, many economies are now presenting increased growth opportunities for global energy companies due to decreases in political ri...  Read More...
February 13, 2012  |  United States |  Views: 460
Mercer and Marsh Combine Resources Under New Global Benefits Brand in International Markets
Mercer and Marsh announce a new brand that has been established to address employee benefit cost growth around the world.  Read More...
February 07, 2012  |  United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom |  Views: 404
Rapid growth creates paradigm shift in risks facing global energy firms
Marsh’s report, The Energy Industry: An Evolving Risk Landscape, cites cross-border expansion and resultant regulation, ageing infrastructures and increasingly complex supply chain...  Read More...
February 06, 2012  |  United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom |  Views: 477
Risk management strategies key to maximising national oil companies' commercial potential
Many NOCs have inconsistent and insufficient risk strategies arising from their approach to governance and controls.  Read More...
February 05, 2012  |  United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom |  Views: 344
Global energy sector must learn from past events to reduce major loss potential
The 22nd edition of Marsh’s report, The 100 Largest Losses, details the most significant property damage losses in the global hydrocarbon industry since 1972.  Read More...
January 25, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 716
Tougher EMEA Commercial Insurance Market Conditions Expected in 2012
Insurance rates for businesses with exposure to natural catastrophe risk and supply chain perils are expected to continue increasing in 2012 across Europe, the Middle East and Afri...  Read More...
January 16, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 958
Martin South Appointed CEO of Marsh Europe
Marsh, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies (NYSE: MMC), today announced that Martin South has been appointed to the newly-created position of CEO of Marsh Europ...  Read More...
January 12, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 708
Marsh Expands Energy and Construction Risk Engineering Expertise with Appointment of Vincent. C. Marrot
Marsh today announced the appointment of Vincent C. Marrot as Global Leader, Energy Engineering and Leader of Construction Engineering in Marsh’s International Division. In this ne...  Read More...
January 11, 2012  |  United Kingdom, United States |  Views: 452
Economic and Social Turmoil Risk Reversing the Gains of Globalization, Report Warns
Economic shocks and social upheaval risk are undermining the progress that globalization has brought, warns the World Economic Forum in its seventh edition, Global Risks 2012 repor...  Read More...
January 10, 2012  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 631
New Russian Liability Law Raises Risks for International Business
Stringent new legislation relating to the management and insurance of plants dealing in hazardous materials in the Russian Federation is set to have far-reaching implications for c...  Read More...
January 04, 2012  |  United Kingdom, United States |  Views: 504
Marsh Completes Acquisition of Alexander Forbes' Brokerage Business
Establishes Powerful Growth Platform in South Africa and Across Region  Read More...
December 21, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 668
Record Catastrophe Losses Prompts Two-Speed Insurance Market
Insurance rates continue to climb for loss-affected accounts.  Read More...
December 20, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 614
Bowring Marsh opens Dubai office to serve multinational clients
Demand grows for international insurance placement expertise in Middle East   Read More...
December 14, 2011  |  United Arab Emirates |  Views: 1127
National Oil Companies Facing Seismic Shift In Global Risk Landscape in 2012
Marsh Conference to Address Globalisation and Natural Catastrophe Risks Operating across international borders and ‘mega catastrophe’ risks rank among the greatest c...  Read More...
December 14, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1017
Keith Fenwick to lead Marsh’s Norwich office
Marsh today announced the appointment of Keith Fenwick to lead its Norwich office. Marsh is a major employer in Norwich and is home to the company’s largest UK office outside...  Read More...
December 09, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 714
Marsh launches EMEA Renewable Power & Cleantech Practice
Substantial investment in renewable power across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) is being fuelled by consumer demand for cleaner sources of power generation and increasin...  Read More...
November 21, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 807
Marsh Arranges $500 Million Policy to Help IFC Support Global Trade Growth
Emerging markets around the world are expected to see increased flows of vital imports and exports as a result of a new trade credit insurance policy brokered by Marsh for the Inte...  Read More...
November 15, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 792
Energy insurance market sending mixed signals
Excess capacity and continuing competition among insurers mean that buying conditions remain favourable for many energy firms in the final quarter of 2011.   Read More...
November 14, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 547
Marsh receives Isle of Man first from Chartered Insurance Institute
Marsh (Isle of Man) Limited today celebrates being the first Manx insurance broker to achieve ‘Chartered Insurance Broker’ status from the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII). Mars...  Read More...
November 01, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 915
David Batchelor appointed head of Marsh’s International Division
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies, today announced that it had appointed David Batchelor to b...  Read More...
October 27, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 622
Marsh joins UN Disaster Risk Reduction Private Sector Partnership
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies, today announced that it had joined the United Nations Disa...  Read More...
October 26, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 509
Flooding – Marsh advice on expediting business recovery
Following extensive flooding across parts of Dublin and County Tyrone, Marsh outlines the immediate business recovery and health and safety actions businesses affected should take ...  Read More...
October 04, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 775
Businesses fail to understand the risk of biodiversity loss
Despite increasing financial penalties and stringent clean-up requirements, many organisations are still unable to quantify the value they derive from environmental resources. Furt...  Read More...
October 04, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 707
Experts to debate risks associated with global infrastructure development
As the global infrastructure sector continues to grapple with reconciling the need for major investment with strained public sector finances and slow economic recovery, Marsh, a wh...  Read More...
October 03, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 790
Natural catastrophe insurance limits: the great unknown
Many organisations are failing to validate the limits of liability they require for their natural catastrophe insurance programmes. This in turn could mean they could be buying mor...  Read More...
September 30, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1325
No overall change to insurance rates in Q3: Marsh
The effect of losses earlier this year meant that even property programs not affected by losses – but with catastrophe exposures – typically renewed with increases of up to 10 perc...  Read More...
September 27, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 965
Trade credit insurers still approaching SMEs with caution
Marsh’sCoverCredit to assist SMEs in managing trade credit risks. While trade credit insurers continue to do battle on pricing for large corporate accounts amid an influx of new pl...  Read More...
September 27, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 657
Experts to debate risks associated with global infrastructure development
As the global infrastructure sector continues to grapple with reconciling the need for major investment with strained public sector finances and slow economic recovery, Marsh, a wh...  Read More...
September 26, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 828
Marsh and AAIB launch Iraq land rig insurance facility
In order to meet the specific insurance requirements of oil rig drilling contractors operating in Iraq, Marsh and Anglo Arab Insurance Brokers (AAIB) today announced the launch of ...  Read More...
September 26, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 971
Richard Waterer to Head Marsh Risk Consulting in UK and Ireland
Marsh today announced that it has appointed Richard Waterer as Head of Marsh Risk Consulting (MRC) in the UK and Ireland. Based in London, he will report to Rob DeJonge, Head of MR...  Read More...
September 15, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1030
Marsh Appoints Bill Pieroni Chief Operating Officer
Marsh today announced that it has appointed Bill Pieroni to the role of Chief Operating Officer, effective September 19.  Read More...
September 15, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 852
Marsh seminar to address intellectual property risks
London, 15 September, 2011 – The risks associated with intellectual property (IP) and what businesses can do to protect their IP revenue streams will be the subject of a seminar ho...  Read More...
September 07, 2011  |  United States |  Views: 1004
Marsh & McLennan Companies Appoints Help for Heroes as UK Charity of the Year
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE: MMC) today announces the appointment of Help for Heroes as its UK Charity of the Year for 2011-2012. Chosen by its own UK colleagues after a...  Read More...
September 06, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 922
Marsh Isle of Man appoints Ken Watterson as Non-Executive Director
Douglas, 6 September, 2011 – Marsh has appointed leading Manx businessman and wildlife expert Ken Watterson as a Non-Executive Director on its board of directors on the Isle of Man...  Read More...
August 31, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1539
Marsh to Acquire Brokerage Business of Alexander Forbes
Marsh today announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire the brokerage business of Alexander Forbes (AF).  Read More...
August 16, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1235
Small law firms face another challenging PI renewal season
London, 16 August, 2011 – Small legal practices are bracing themselves for another challenging renewal season for solicitors’ professional indemnity (PI) insurance, as insurers ass...  Read More...
August 09, 2011  |  Canada, United States |  Views: 1105
Marsh & McLennan Companies Awarded the Carbon Trust Standard in the United Kingdom
London, 9 August, 2011 – Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE: MMC) announced today that the Company has been awarded the prestigious Carbon Trust Standard across its core office...  Read More...
July 20, 2011  |  United States |  Views: 964
Insurers taking an increasingly tougher stance on pricing: Marsh
Insurers taking an increasingly tougher stance on pricing: Marsh   Read More...
July 19, 2011  |  United States |  Views: 875
Marsh Forms New Global Claims Practice to Enhance Support of Clients with Claims Anywhere Around the World
London, 19 July, 2011 – Companies that manage the claims process effectively are better able to protect their resources, secure their bottom lines, and maintain daily operations. T...  Read More...
July 15, 2011  |  Canada, United States |  Views: 1129
Marsh wins ‘Best Trade Credit Broker’ in Trade & Forfaiting Review Awards
London, 14 July, 2011 – Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor, has been named ‘Best Trade Credit and Political Risk Insurance Broker’ by Trade & Forfaiting R...  Read More...
July 13, 2011  |  United Kingdom, United States |  Views: 895
Marsh appoints Henrik Larsen as CEO of Marsh Denmark
Copenhagen, 11 July, 2011 – Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor, today announced the appointment of Henrik Larsen as CEO of Marsh Denmark. Henrik Larsen su...  Read More...
July 13, 2011  |  United Kingdom, United States |  Views: 889
Marsh Names Peter Lundberg CEO of Marsh Finland
Helsinki, 11 July, 2011 – Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor, today announced the appointment of Peter Lundberg as CEO of Marsh Finland in succession to T...  Read More...
July 12, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1378
U.S. Hurricane Season Could be Market Tipping Point: Marsh
London, 12 July, 2011 – The overall global insurance market remains well-capitalised and generally competitive despite major natural catastrophe (CAT) losses in the second-quarter ...  Read More...
July 06, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 863
Marsh Forms New Global Mining Practice to Address Growing Risks
London, 6 July, 2011 – As mining organisations pursue growth opportunities outside their home countries, they are challenged by a number of new and emerging exposures. To ensure th...  Read More...
July 01, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1216
Martin South named ‘Insurance Broker CEO of the Year’
London, 1 July, 2011 – Martin South, CEO of Marsh UK & Ireland, has been named ‘Insurance Broker CEO of the Year’ for the second year running in the Reactions magazine’s London Mar...  Read More...
June 20, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1019
Marsh named Insurance Broker of the Year in St Nick Awards
Manchester, 20 June, 2011 – Marsh has been named as ‘Insurance Broker of the Year’ in this year’s St Nick North West Turnaround Awards, which were held recently at Manchester’s Mus...  Read More...
June 14, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1272
Marsh’s report on preparing local public sector for risk governance
London, 14 June, 2011 – Marsh has produced a major report to assist public sector organisations improve their risk management policies and processes. The report, Preparing the Loca...  Read More...
June 08, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 776
Businesses slow to adapt to climate change risks: Marsh report
London, 8 June, 2011 – The earth’s climate is changing and corporations need to proactively assess and manage the risks associated with a more volatile environment in order to ensu...  Read More...
June 07, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 871
Marsh urges boards to sharpen focus on interconnected risks
London, 7 June, 2011 – Understanding the interconnected nature of the risks their organisations face and adopting a more dynamic approach to risk management should be key prioritie...  Read More...
June 07, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 797
Firms haemorrhaging revenue through inadequate natural catastrophe risk management planning
London, 7 June, 2011 – The devastating impact of natural catastrophes on the global economy has brought into sharp focus the growing need for specialist risk management advice and ...  Read More...
June 03, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1318
Marsh wins Broker Team of Year at UK Claims Excellence Awards
Marsh has been awarded Outstanding Broker Team of the Year at the Insurance Times Claims Excellence Awards held recently in London. Barry Jones, UK Claims Leader, was recognised as...  Read More...
June 01, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 896
Marsh Forms Global Power Practice to Address Risks of Expanding Infrastructure Needs Around the World
London, 1 June, 2011 – Marsh today announced the formation of a new Global Power Practice that harnesses all of its power expertise globally to better assist clients in managing th...  Read More...
May 26, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1736
Global CEO opens Marsh and Mercer’s new Manchester offices
Manchester, 26 May 2011 – Brian Duperreault, President and CEO of global professional services firm Marsh & McLennan Companies, yesterday opened the new Manchester office of subsid...  Read More...
May 24, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1051
Energy insurance remains favourable for buyers despite global natural catastrophes: Marsh
London, 24 May 2011 – Despite an unprecedented number of recent natural catastrophes, conditions remain favourable for most energy insurance buyers, according to Marsh.   Read More...
May 16, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1089
Solar projects at risk as banks seek stronger guarantees
London, 16 May, 2011 – Even as power generation from renewable energies continues to grow, particularly from solar – or photovoltaic – systems, project companies and operators are ...  Read More...
May 13, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1736
Intellectual property: misunderstood and undervalued by global risk management community
Global organisations are largely failing to understand the intellectual property (IP) risks facing their organisations and the value of their intangible assets, according to a worl...  Read More...
May 13, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1031
Ship owners facing increasing risks over charterers' default
Ship owners are becoming increasingly concerned about the financial consequences of a rise in ship charterers filing for bankruptcy. In order to protect owners’ vital revenue strea...  Read More...
May 04, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1063
Captive owners bolstered capital positions during downturn: Marsh
Organisations have taken action over the last few years to strengthen the financial position of their captive insurance company operations, while those forming new captives are mor...  Read More...
April 27, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 959
No immediate upward movement in insurance rates: Marsh
Despite record level first-quarter catastrophe losses, insurance rate increases were confined to loss-affected exposures, according to research published today by Marsh.In regions ...  Read More...
April 12, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1051
Marsh enters into Strategic Partnership with INSIA to help it build its broker network across Continental Europe
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor, today announced it has reached agreement with INSIA a.s. (INSIA), the insurance broker network headquartered in Prague...  Read More...
March 22, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 768
Marsh's Disaster Recovery content now available in Japanese and Chinese
To assist clients affected by the recent earthquake/tsunami off the coast of Japan, Marsh has made some information on its Disaster Recovery Portal available in Japanese and Chines...  Read More...
March 21, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 956
Marsh named "Global Infrastructure Insurance House of the Year" by Infrastructure Investor for second consecutive year
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor, has been named “Global Infrastructure Insurance House of the Year” in Infrastructure Investor’s 2010 Annual Awards. Th...  Read More...
March 18, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 833
Japan earthquake: global supply chains to suffer extensive disruption, aftershocks to global economy expected to unfold slowly
Organisations need to prepare for the possibility of an extended disruption to global supply chains resulting from the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, Marsh warned today. Thousand...  Read More...
March 10, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 877
Marsh conference to address increase in data-related risks
Risks associated with the growing importance of data management, storage and protection to companies in the communications, media and technology (CMT) sector will be the focus of a...  Read More...
March 07, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 980
Marine insurance rates likely to fall in 2011: Marsh
Buyers of marine insurance are likely to see a continuing softening of insurance rates in 2011, according to research carried in Marsh’s latest Marine Market Monitor. The research ...  Read More...
February 10, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 832
Marsh appoints David Bidmead to be US CEO
Marsh Inc. today announced that it has appointed David Bidmead, currently leader of its US West Zone and previously CEO of Marsh Australia and Region Head of Marsh Pacific, to the ...  Read More...
February 07, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1488
Soft insurance market conditions set to continue into 2011: Marsh
Soft commercial insurance market conditions persisted throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) in 2010 and are set to continue into 2011, according to a comprehensive r...  Read More...
February 03, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 845
Marsh clients to benefit from enhanced political risk resources
As companies seek to capitalise on opportunities for growth they need the latest information in key risk areas that allows them to make fully informed business decisions. Emerging ...  Read More...
February 01, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 780
Egyptian unrest: companies need to re-examine insurance and risk strategies, says Marsh
Companies are re-assessing the adequacy of their insurance coverage and risk management arrangements in the wake of political unrest in Cairo and other cities across Egypt, accordi...  Read More...
January 17, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1147
Marsh announces key appointment for Asia Aviation practice
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, today announced, with immediate effect, the appointment of Tim Blakey as Regional Head of its Aviation Practice for As...  Read More...
January 06, 2011  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 816
Marsh appoints Alan Morton to senior claims roles
Marsh has appointed Alan Morton to be Senior Claims Advocate of its International Division and Property Claims Practice Group Leader, UK and International.  Read More...
November 10, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 934
Fire Brigade Union strikes: Marsh advises businesses to take additional precautions
Companies need to take extra precautions to protect their businesses during planned industrial action by the UK’s Fire Brigade Union (FBU) according to Marsh, the world’s leading i...  Read More...
November 01, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 690
Mike Rogers appointed to lead Marsh ProBroker
London, 1 November 2010 – Marsh has announced the appointment of Mike Rogers, who will be based in London, as head of Marsh ProBroker, its UK community of independent brokers. Mr R...  Read More...
October 20, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 756
Risk manager’s role becoming more important across the organization, says Marsh’s Moczarski
Southampton, Bermuda, October 20, 2010 – Risk managers are becoming more visible and active across their organizations and are wielding greater influence on strategic decisions, ac...  Read More...
October 18, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 744
New technologies bring new risks to power industry: Marsh
London, 18 October, 2010 – New technologies and environmental responsibility in the power sector were the issues of greatest concern to risk managers at a major power conference, h...  Read More...
October 05, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 950
Jane Barker appointed Non-Executive Director of Marsh Ltd
London, 5 October, 2010 – Marsh Ltd has appointed Equitas CEO, Jane Barker, to a newly-created Non-Executive Director position on its board with immediate effect. Ms Barker previou...  Read More...
September 29, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 683
European companies should take the longer view on risk
London, 29 September 2010 – Europe’s largest companies will need to spend more time and resources over the next year on long-term strategic risk planning to avoid being vulnerable ...  Read More...
September 27, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 851
Marsh launches $1bn metals insurance policy
London, 27 September 2010 – Record high gold bullion prices mean that firms involved in metal trading, storage and transit are at risk of being under-insured against physical damag...  Read More...
September 15, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 671
Marsh Names Eugênio Paschoal CEO of Marsh Brazil
São Paulo, September 15, 2010 – Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor, today announced the appointment of Eugênio Paschoal as CEO of Marsh Brazil effective J...  Read More...
September 14, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 682
Deal makers return to the table in Asia with heightened focus on risk mitigation
London, 14 September 2010 – Investors in Asia are returning to the merger and acquisition table with a renewed interest in risk mitigation tools such as Warranty & Indemnity Insura...  Read More...
September 10, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 860
Experts gather to examine risks associated with next generation coal power production
London, 10 September 2010 – As power producers confront major challenges such as the need for innovation, the risks associated with new and untested technologies and the global eco...  Read More...
September 09, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 711
European trade credit insurance market turns corner in 2010
London, 9 September 2010 – New insurance capacity, increased competition for business among insurers and improved risk management have led to positive developments for buyers of t...  Read More...
September 03, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 906
Ann Collins joins Marsh Isle of Man as Client Service Director
Douglas, 3 September 2010 – Marsh has appointed Ann Collins to the newly created role of Client Service Director of its insurance broking operations on the Isle of Man. Based in Ma...  Read More...
September 02, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 796
Marsh launches contamination insurance product for water utilities
London, 2 September 2010 – As utilities companies move to strengthen their resilience to risks as a result of tightening regulation and the heightened threat of terrorism, Marsh ha...  Read More...
September 01, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 760
Chinese companies should think locally when investing globally
London, 1 September 2010 – Chinese companies hungry for expansion and investment overseas face unfamiliar risk landscapes, requiring a deep understanding of the local environment, ...  Read More...
August 31, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 786
Marsh appoints Richard Lloyd to lead Carlisle and Newcastle offices
Newcastle, 31 August 2010 – Marsh has appointed Richard Lloyd as head of its National Corporate business in Carlisle and Newcastle, which provide risk and insurance advice for mid ...  Read More...
August 25, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 705
Discontinuing TRIA Will Put American Business at Risk: Marsh
New York, 25 August 2010 – Discontinuation of a government-mandated terrorism backstop would have an adverse effect on the long-term availability and affordability of terrorism ins...  Read More...
August 23, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 718
Russian fires should prompt review of business continuity plans
Moscow, 23 August 2010 – Following the devastating peatland and forest fires in Russia and resultant smog in Moscow and the surrounding regions, Marsh is urging affected organisati...  Read More...
August 17, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 711
Marsh Risk Consulting creates new Operational Risk post
London, 17 August 2010 – Marsh has promoted Richard Waterer to the newly created role of Head of Operational Risk for Marsh Risk Consulting (MRC) in the UK. Mr Waterer will report ...  Read More...
August 13, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 909
Marsh and Mercer to consolidate Manchester operations
Manchester, 13 August 2010 – Marsh and Mercer, both part of professional services firm Marsh & McLennan Companies, today announce the consolidation of their Manchester operations i...  Read More...
August 09, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 703
EMEA insurance buyers reap benefits from increased competition
London, 9 August 2010 – Insurance buyers across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) are reaping the cost benefits created by greater competition among insurers for their busi...  Read More...
July 28, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 714
Insurance costs to increase ‘modestly’ for offshore energy risks
London, 28 July 2010 – Major losses sustained in the Gulf of Mexico will not have the same market-changing impact on the upstream energy insurance market as other major events such...  Read More...
July 27, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 606
Marsh wins Corporate Responsiblility accolade in British Insurance Awards
Marsh’s UK Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme has won the ‘CSR Programme of the Year’ Award in this year's British Insurance Awards. Marsh received the award for the r...  Read More...
July 27, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 737
Marsh wins Corporate Responsibility accolade in British Insurance Awards
London, 27 July 2010 – Marsh’s UK Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme has won the ‘CSR Programme of the Year’ Award in this year's British Insurance Awards. Marsh recei...  Read More...
July 27, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 757
Martin Clark to lead Marsh’s Global Energy Practice Claims team
London, 27 July 2010 – Marsh has appointed Martin Clark as its global Energy Practice Claims Leader. Based in London, Mr Clark will have overall responsibility for managing the cla...  Read More...
July 26, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 692
Lord Lang of Monkton to Succeed Stephen R. Hardis as Independant Chairman of the MMC Board of Directors in May 2011
NEW YORK, July 26, 2010 — The Board of Directors of Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (MMC) announced today that Ian Lang, Lord Lang of Monkton, will succeed Stephen R. Hardis as In...  Read More...
July 21, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 722
Bowring Marsh opens Hong Kong office
Hong Kong, 21 July 2010 – Bowring Marsh, the Specialist International Placement Broker at Marsh, has expanded its footprint in Asia with the opening in Hong Kong of its ninth offic...  Read More...
July 09, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 754
Marsh’s National Corporate business announces new Scottish leadership team
Glasgow, 9 July 2010 – Marsh today announces senior appointments to its Scottish National Corporate business, which provides risk and insurance advice for mid to large size corpora...  Read More...
July 06, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 664
Martin South named ‘Insurance Broking CEO of the Year’
London, 6 July 2010 – Martin South, CEO of Marsh UK, was named the ‘Insurance Broking CEO of the Year’ in Reactions Magazine’s London Market Awards 2010, announced last week. Mr So...  Read More...
June 23, 2010  |  United States |  Views: 462
Marsh report: terrorism risk management costs decline as federal reinsurance backstop continues to stabilise terrorism insurance market
New York, 23 June 2010 – Despite a changing and uncertain marketplace, U.S. terrorism insurance take-up rates continued to climb in 2009 as companies of all sizes and across all in...  Read More...
June 23, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 759
Marsh appoints EMEA Property and Casualty Leaders
London, 23 June 2010 – As part of its drive to spearhead the development of market-leading property, business interruption and casualty risk and insurance solutions to clients acr...  Read More...
June 16, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 709
Companies increasingly looking at sustainability strategy
London, 16 June 2010 – As demand grows from consumers, investors and governments for businesses to become more sustainable, companies are beginning to change their strategy and pla...  Read More...
June 15, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 768
Marsh forms International Nuclear Practice as sector grows
London, 8 June 2010 – In order to address growing concerns around climate change and energy security, Marsh today announced that it has formed a International Nuclear Practice, dra...  Read More...
June 15, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 602
European firms over-confident about business continuity plans
London, 15 June 2010 – New research published by Marsh reveals that many European firms appear to be over-confident in their ability to manage the business continuity and supply ch...  Read More...
June 03, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 942
Marsh launches new Practice to serve UK insolvency sector
Following a sharp increase in demand for specialist insolvency insurance products, Marsh has launched a dedicated practice to provide expert risk and insurance advice to insolvency...  Read More...
May 28, 2010  |  United States |  Views: 649
Marsh media advisory: 2010 Atlantic hurricane season
London, 28 May 2010 – The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issued its forecast for the 2010 Atlantic hurricane season yesterday. In 2010, NOAA expects an “...  Read More...
May 28, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 630
Insurance innovation critical to ‘Green Economy’ in China
Beijing, 28 May 2010 – Insurance innovation is critical to supporting the green economy, according to Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser and key participa...  Read More...
May 20, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 658
Complex global risks, boardroom demands to challenge risk managers in 2010: Marsh
London, 20 May 2010 – Despite the global economic crisis, the commercial insurance market is poised to remain stable through 2010, but new challenges are emerging for risk managers...  Read More...
May 18, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 877
Marsh Risk Consulting receives top business continuity awards
The Business Continuity Management (BCM) Practice at Marsh has received two industry accolades in this year’s Business Continuity Awards, which were announced in London on 12 May.   Read More...
May 17, 2010  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 802
Volcanic ash: continued threat to global supply chains
The continuing and widespread disruption arising from the ‘fall-out’ of the Icelandic volcanic ash cloud has highlighted the fragility of the global business community’s supply cha...  Read More...
January 05, 2010  |  United Arab Emirates |  Views: 800
Marsh poll: corporate governance less developed in United Arab Emirates
Despite the continuing fall-out from the global recession, corporate governance is still a largely undeveloped discipline in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), according to a new poll...  Read More...
December 18, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 716
Marsh to acquire HSBC Insurance Brokers and enter into Preferred Strategic Partnership with HSBC Bank
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, today announced it has reached an agreement to acquire HSBC Insurance Brokers Ltd (HIBL), a wholly owned subsidiary of...  Read More...
December 16, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 856
High profile losses set to hit jewellery insurance market in 2010
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, is warning retail jewellers to review their risk management and security practices ahead of the 2010 insurance renewal...  Read More...
December 03, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 844
Jonathan Ballard to join Marsh’s jewellers’ block insurance team
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, has appointed Jonathan Ballard as the jewellers’ block specialist in the London office of its Specie Practice, which d...  Read More...
November 26, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 887
Marsh signs exclusive agreement with UDrive Solutions for driver and motor fleet assurance products
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, today announced that it had reached an agreement with UDrive Solutions to offer its comprehensive range of driver and ...  Read More...
November 23, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1047
Customer-related and credit risks top agendas for Europe’s leading firms
New research by Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, reveals that senior executives in Europe’s leading organisations are most concerned about customer-rel...  Read More...
November 20, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 772
Energy insurance market set for softer conditions in 2010
New intelligence from Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, reveals that energy firms are set to enjoy a softening insurance market in 2010, as a result of ...  Read More...
November 19, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 849
Amy Barnes to bolster Marsh’s oil and gas team in Aberdeen
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, today announces the appointment of Amy Barnes as a Development Executive in its Aberdeen office. Ms Barnes will focus ...  Read More...
November 12, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 799
City of London Sinfonia strikes a chord with Willowbank pupils
Pupils from Willowbank Primary School in Glasgow’s West End hit the high notes yesterday at Strathclyde University’s Barony Hall in the finale of an intensive expressive music cour...  Read More...
November 11, 2009  |  Singapore |  Views: 739
Marsh named "Broker of the Year" in Asian insurance industry awards for third consecutive year
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor, has been named ‘Broker of the Year’ at the 13th Annual Asia Insurance Industry Awards. This is the third year in a row...  Read More...
November 02, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 712
Scottish flooding — Marsh advice on expediting business recovery
Following extensive flooding across many parts of north-east Scotland, Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, outlines the immediate business recovery and he...  Read More...
October 30, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 828
Surveyors face massive hike for professional indemnity insurance
Surveyors face rate increases of between 10% and 100% for their professional indemnity insurance following a four-fold increase in claims notifications over the past 12 months, acc...  Read More...
October 30, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 915
Media alert — Breakfast Briefing: Friday, 30 October
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, will host a breakfast briefing on Friday 30 October to discuss market trends in professional indemnity (PI) insurance ...  Read More...
October 28, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 788
IPO and capital raising activity behind surge in specialist D&O cover
An increase in the number of companies considering an initial public offering (IPO) or general capital raising is behind a surge in interest in taking out directors’ and officers’ ...  Read More...
October 27, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 761
Marsh appoints Simon Markey as Chief Executive of UK Affinity business
Marsh, the world's leading insurance broker and risk adviser, announces the appointment of Simon Markey as Chief Executive of its UK Affinity business. Based in London, Mr Markey w...  Read More...
October 22, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 844
Marsh launches Directors’ & Officers’ liability diagnostic tool
Marsh, the world's leading insurance broker and risk adviser, has launched a new Directors' and Officers' (D&O) liability diagnostic tool for private companies domiciled in the UK....  Read More...
October 15, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 817
Communication and technology firms continuing to secure good insurance deals… for the moment
According to Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, the UK’s largest communication and technology firms are continuing to enjoy price reductions on their pro...  Read More...
October 09, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1072
Marsh and REDfour team to help shipowners address risks associated with piracy attacks in Gulf of Aden
Insurance broker, maritime security firm collaborate to help organisations enhance security, strengthen coverage, and save costs.  Read More...
October 08, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 860
Marsh warns organisations of ‘hidden’ mesothelioma claims risk
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, is advising organisations to examine their potential exposures to asbestos-related claims ahead of a predicted peak in...  Read More...
October 06, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 823
Oil and gas companies need to focus on operational, as well as strategic, risks
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, is urging European oil and gas firms to put risk management systems in place that enable them to identify, mitigate an...  Read More...
October 06, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 773
Bowring Marsh enhances major London market property facility
Bowring Marsh, the specialist international placement broker at Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, today announces a major enhancement to coverage on the...  Read More...
October 05, 2009  |  China |  Views: 593
New regulations in China create more protection for insureds
While amendments to the People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) Insurance Law will create more protection for policyholders and insureds, companies should still pay close scrutiny to th...  Read More...
October 05, 2009  |  Czech Republic |  Views: 1001
Marsh brings together global expertise to launch EMEA Automotive Practice
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, has announced the formation of an Automotive Practice covering Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).  Read More...
September 30, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 722
National Oil Companies need to prepare for continued price volatility, warns Marsh
Broker to convene third National Oil Companies' Conference in Dubai.  Read More...
September 29, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 747
Marsh to host mesothelioma seminar in Birmingham
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, is hosting a seminar on 4 November for organisations in Birmingham on the risk and insurance implications of mesotheli...  Read More...
September 27, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 823
Public sector collaborations 'lack robust risk management frameworks'
A new study by Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, highlights that public sector organisations in the UK lack suitable risk management frameworks or appro...  Read More...
September 23, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 854
Threat of major incidents and stakeholder pressure driving increased focus on risk management in public sector: survey
A survey of over 200 public entity organisations across Europe has found that the need to deal with catastrophic and project risks is driving an increased focus on risk management ...  Read More...
September 18, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 956
Marsh acquires International Advisory Services Ltd., largest independent captive management firm in Bermuda
Marsh Inc., the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor, today announced it has completed the acquisition of International Advisory Services Ltd. (IAS), the largest indep...  Read More...
September 18, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 872
Why European transportation firms are making risk management a priority
The economic downturn has prompted nearly three-quarters (73%) of Europe’s leading transportation firms to review their approach to risk management, according to new research commi...  Read More...
September 08, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1164
Marsh experts to address Institute of Risk Management’s Risk Forum
Senior representatives from Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, will be discussing key risk issues impacting UK plc at the Institute of Risk Management’s ...  Read More...
September 07, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 759
European power and utilities companies react to recession with cautious confidence
Over one third of senior executives at European power and utilities firms are highly confident in their existing risk management processes and are cautiously optimistic about the l...  Read More...
September 03, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 741
Marsh licensed to provide full insurance broking and advisory services in Egypt
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, announces that, following approval by the Egyptian Financial Supervisory Authority (EFSA), it has been licensed to pro...  Read More...
September 02, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 799
Marsh expands relationship with GreenRoad to offer risk services to all fleet clients
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, and GreenRoad, a leader in improving driving behaviour, today announced that they are teaming together so that all Mar...  Read More...
September 01, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 796
Marsh and Munich Re team up to offer NexPower the first product guarantee cover for solar panel manufacturers in Asia
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, and Munich Re, one of the world’s leading reinsurers, have joined forces to launch a new product guarantee insurance s...  Read More...
August 29, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 814
European retailers fear working capital and supply chain risks
New research by Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, reveals that senior executives at Europe’s leading retail and consumer brands businesses will be conce...  Read More...
August 26, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1027
Excess capacity and competition stifling insurance rate increases in Europe, the Middle East and Africa
Insurance premium rate reductions slowed for property and casualty business across Europe, the Middle East and Africa in the first half of 2009, according to figures released today...  Read More...
August 17, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 739
Marsh launches trade credit insurance service to help firms maintain cover during recession
As UK companies continue to encounter problems renewing their trade credit cover, Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, has launched a new service to help t...  Read More...
August 13, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 782
Insurer competition keeps solicitors’ professional indemnity insurance costs flat
According to Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, the top law firms in England and Wales will experience a year of flat premiums or small increases for the...  Read More...
August 10, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 657
Marsh: UK accountants' PI insurance market remains flat despite sharp rise in insolvencies
The sharp rise in the number of insolvencies in the UK is having little impact on the current soft market for accountants’ and auditors’ professional indemnity (PI) insurance, acco...  Read More...
July 17, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 693
Cash flow risk poses greatest threat to European life science firms: Marsh survey
Over three-quarters of senior executives at Europe’s leading life science companies have identified cash flow as the biggest threat to their long-term success, according to new res...  Read More...
July 13, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 805
Marsh hires Judith Cooper to drive real estate business
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, announces the appointment of Judith Cooper as a Client Executive in its UK Real Estate Practice. Ms Cooper will help d...  Read More...
July 10, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 722
Overseas risks perceived to pose greatest threat to business continuity, yet are not fully understood by UK firm
New research by Marsh, the world's leading insurance broker and risk adviser, reveals that British organisations are more concerned during the recession by overseas risks affecting...  Read More...
July 06, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 731
Marsh appoints Nicholson as Risk and Governance Director
Marsh, the world's leading insurance broker and risk adviser, has appointed John Nicholson as Risk and Governance Director of Marsh in the UK. In this newly created role, Mr Nichol...  Read More...
June 29, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 1009
Marsh launches project professional indemnity insurance facility for construction firms
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, has launched a new project professional indemnity (PI) insurance facility for major construction projects.  Read More...
June 24, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 687
Europe's communications, media and technology firms increase focus on risk following downturn
Senior management at 85% of Europe’s leading communications, media and technology (CMT) companies have indicated they are placing increased importance on risk management since the ...  Read More...
June 22, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 753
Le Vey to lead Marsh’s Public Sector Practice in Southern Region
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, has appointed Wendie Le Vey to lead its Public Sector business in the Southern Region. Supporting Brian Shaw, UK Publi...  Read More...
June 17, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 642
Irwin to lead Marsh’s new client development across EMEA
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, has appointed Neil Irwin to lead the firm’s new client development across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). B...  Read More...
June 16, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 745
Marsh urges UK manufacturers to leverage risk management to gain competitive advantage during recession
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, is urging UK manufacturers to put robust and flexible risk management systems in place to identify, mitigate and manag...  Read More...
June 11, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 887
World Health Organization raises pandemic alert level to phase six
World Health Organization raises pandemic alert level to phase six.   Read More...
June 11, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 781
Risk management budgets have not increased at most financial institutions across Europe, survey finds
Almost all European financial institutions have reviewed their approach to risk since the onset of the global financial crisis but less than half have increased their spending on r...  Read More...
June 09, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 931
Marsh predicts ‘perfect storm’ in construction PI insurance market
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, predicts that the UK architectural, engineering and construction sector is facing a ‘perfect storm’ which could leave ...  Read More...
May 29, 2009  |  United Kingdom |  Views: 820
Marsh consultants recognised in Business Continuity Awards
Two consultants from the Risk Consulting Practice at Marsh, the world's leading insurance broker and risk adviser, received top industry accolades in this year's Business Continuit...  Read More...

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May 04, 2012  |  Newsletter |  Views: 104 | Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Risk Alert: Trading overseas
Trading overseas or expanding into fresh markets can deliver big benefits to businesses - but there are also a wide range of risks that need to be considered. We were therefore ver...  Read More...
April 26, 2012  |  White Paper |  Views: 243 | Comments: 0 
New Risk Management Insights for Financial Institutions 2012
In 2009 Marsh conducted its first major survey of senior executives responsible for risk management in Europe’s financial iinstitutions. The responses, following the economic after...  Read More...
April 26, 2012  |  Newsletter |  Views: 144 | Comments: 0 
Global Insurance Regulatory and Premium Tax Update
A summary of the insurance regulation and premium tax related news that could affect insurance contracts procured by a multinational group.  Read More...
April 25, 2012  |  Point of View |  Views: 103 | Comments: 0 
Strategic Management Of Human Capital In The Energy Sector
The energy industry faces challenges in meeting its demand for talent to take full advantage of the growth opportunities around the world. This New report from Mercer, Strategic Ma...  Read More...
April 24, 2012  |  Point of View |  Views: 96 | Comments: 0 
Creating Value Under Pressure: Why National Oil Companies Need Risk Management in a Shifting Environment
This report provides a look at the variables that NOCs should consider in their strategic planning process.  Read More...
April 24, 2012  |  White Paper |  Views: 100 | Comments: 0 
Engineering Position Paper: Managing The Defeat Of Safety Instrumented System Trips And Alarms
Safety-instrumented systems (SIS) are used extensively in the hydrocarbon processing industry to protect against hazardous events. Managing the Defeat of Safety Instrumented System...  Read More...
April 23, 2012  |  Point of View |  Views: 223 | Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Lessons Learned from the Catastrophes of 2011: The Marsh Point of View
We identify five major risk and insurance topics in the context of 2011 catastrophes.  Read More...
April 18, 2012  |  Benchmarking Report |  Views: 188 | Comments: 0  | Article Rating
REACH And Use By Manufacturers of Chemical Substances That Could Be Classified As Carcinogens
Marsh has updated it's September 2010 document "The effect of the restriction of a chemical substance under REACH on product liability policies". The update now includes the latest...  Read More...
April 16, 2012  |  Benchmarking Report |  Views: 475 | Comments: 0 
Integral and Mainstream Captives in 21st Century Risk Management—2012 Captive Benchmarking Report
The fifth annual edition of the Marsh Captive Benchmarking Report provides clients with real-time, state-of-the-art field intelligence designed to inform decision-making in optimis...  Read More...
April 04, 2012  |  Newsletter |  Views: 213 | Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Advisor: Spanish Consorcio - Cash Before Cover
Increasingly the Insurance Compensation Consortium (Consorcio de Compensacion de Seguros – "Consorcio") in Spain is requesting evidence that the Consorcio charge, premium tax, inso...  Read More...
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February 21, 2012  |  Views: 1019 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
2012 Marsh Communications, Media and Technology Conference
The topic of our 2012 Conference is 'Economic turmoil: maintaining effective risk management and insurance strategies in 2012 and beyond'.  Read More...
New Legislation to Affect Companies with Certain Hazardous Operations in Russia
November 23, 2011  |  Views: 805 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
New Legislation to Affect Companies with Certain Hazardous Operations in Russia
An explosion at Russia’s largest hydroelectric plant in 2009, killing and injuring many, led to new legislation that will impact companies with certain hazardous operations in Russ...  Read More...
Avian Influenza Pandemic Potential New Threat to Asia, Other Regions
September 20, 2011  |  Views: 980 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Avian Influenza Pandemic Potential New Threat to Asia, Other Regions
The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) urged global leaders to consider heightened preparedness and surveillance as it appears that a mutant strain of H5N1 is s...  Read More...
U.S. Debt Ceiling Crisis May Pose Credit, Political Risk
July 29, 2011  |  Views: 1097 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
U.S. Debt Ceiling Crisis May Pose Credit, Political Risk
As U.S. Congressional Leaders work to strike a compromise that will raise the country's debt ceiling before the August 2 deadline, many insureds are looking to political risk insur...  Read More...
Global Regulatory and Tax Changes to Affect Multinational Companies
July 21, 2011  |  Views: 1286 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Global Regulatory and Tax Changes to Affect Multinational Companies
The global regulatory environment has evolved dramatically in recent years, and multinational companies now strive to achieve compliance with local regulations as they face enhance...  Read More...
Torrential Rains Flood Southern China
June 24, 2011  |  Views: 1354 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Torrential Rains Flood Southern China
Torrential rains have hit central and southern China this month, with 13 provinces and municipalities affected, including Zhejiang, Hubei, Jiangxi, Guizhou, and Guangdong.   Read More...
Social Media May Expose Companies to Cyber, Reputational Risks
June 16, 2011  |  Views: 1594 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Social Media May Expose Companies to Cyber, Reputational Risks
Although social media strategies such as maintaining a Facebook page or Twitter feed, provide organisations with a wide range of opportunities, they also expose them to new risks.  Read More...
Strong Tornado Causes Major Damage in Joplin, Missouri
May 25, 2011  |  Views: 1422 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Strong Tornado Causes Major Damage in Joplin, Missouri
A strong tornado struck Joplin, Missouri last week, killing more than 100 people and destroying more than 2,000 buildings, according to news reports.  Read More...
Iceland’s Volcano Eruption Poses Potential Property, Supply Chain Risks
May 25, 2011  |  Views: 1360 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Iceland’s Volcano Eruption Poses Potential Property, Supply Chain Risks
Eruption of Iceland’s Grimsvötn volcano, which started on Saturday, appears to have slowed significantly early today, according to news reports.Flights out of the U.K. returned to ...  Read More...
"Cash Before Cover" Regulation in China Expands to More Cities, Provinces
May 25, 2011  |  Views: 1307 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
"Cash Before Cover" Regulation in China Expands to More Cities, Provinces
Effective June 1, 2011, the “Cash Before Cover” provision introduced in the Chinese market last year, will be implemented across more cities and provinces in China.   Read More...
Energy insurance remains favourable for buyers despite  global natural catastrophes: Marsh
May 24, 2011  |  Views: 1357 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Energy insurance remains favourable for buyers despite global natural catastrophes: Marsh
London, 24 May 2011 – Despite an unprecedented number of recent natural catastrophes, conditions remain favourable for most energy insurance buyers, according to Marsh.   Read More...
U.K. Businesses Face Stricter Anti-Bribery Laws
May 20, 2011  |  Views: 1248 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
U.K. Businesses Face Stricter Anti-Bribery Laws
Effective July 1, 2011, all U.K. businesses will be required to comply with the new Bribery Act laws. Those that fail to establish and document anti-bribery and corruption procedur...  Read More...
Italian Executive Murder Conviction Makes Case-Law History
May 17, 2011  |  Views: 1079 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Italian Executive Murder Conviction Makes Case-Law History
In an historic recent court case, an executive was convicted of murder on the grounds that the company’s failure to adopt accident prevention and safety measures resulted in the de...  Read More...
Radiation in Japanese produce raises supply chain issues
March 28, 2011  |  Views: 1270 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Radiation in Japanese produce raises supply chain issues
When food products become compromised management of the event is critical to ensuring the health and safety of consumers and mitigating the impact of product recalls.  Read More...
Global regulatory and tax changes to affect multinational companies
March 14, 2011  |  Views: 1184 |  Comments: 0 
Global regulatory and tax changes to affect multinational companies
Multinational companies are demanding greater adherence to insurance and premium tax compliance regulations, as they face enhanced scrutiny from governmental bodies.  Read More...
Japan's nuclear plants affected by earthquake
March 14, 2011  |  Views: 1227 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Japan's nuclear plants affected by earthquake
Eleven reactors at four sites near Japan’s northeast coast were shut down per seismic emergency procedures, following the 9.0 magnitude that struck last week.  Read More...
Massive earthquake causes damage in Japan
March 11, 2011  |  Views: 1140 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Massive earthquake causes damage in Japan
It is too early to assess total damage, although early reports state the tsunami caused widespread damage in the Miyagi and Fukushima regions, killing at least 200 people and sweep...  Read More...
Multinational companies benefit from soft market but face regulatory compliance, taxation challenges
March 11, 2011  |  Views: 1372 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Multinational companies benefit from soft market but face regulatory compliance, taxation challenges
The global regulatory environment has hanged substantially, particularly in relation to insurance requirements and premium taxes changes.  Read More...
New food safety modernization act seeks to improve food safety
March 07, 2011  |  Views: 1121 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
New food safety modernization act seeks to improve food safety
The Food and Drug Administration can now conduct risk-based inspections of food processing facilities and require food producers to have food safety plans in place and updated ever...  Read More...
Tropical cyclone Yasi strikes Australia
March 03, 2011  |  Views: 900 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Tropical cyclone Yasi strikes Australia
The Australian Bureau of Meteorology said Yasi poses an extreme threat to life and property, especially between Cairns and Townsville.   Read More...
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Webcast: Global Risks 2012: Managing Potentially Devastating Global Risks (Replay)
February 24, 2012  |  Views: 200 |  Comments: 0 
Webcast: Global Risks 2012: Managing Potentially Devastating Global Risks (Replay)
During this Webcast, panelists discussed the key findings from the World Economic Forum's Global Risks 2012 report and recommended strategies for managing global risks.   Read More...
The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the UK Bribery Act — How To Safely Conduct International Business Under Increased Scrutiny
July 06, 2011  |  Views: 1231 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the UK Bribery Act — How To Safely Conduct International Business Under Increased Scrutiny
On Thursday, June 2 Marsh held a one-hour Webcast, "The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the UK Bribery Act — How to safely conduct international business under increased s...  Read More...
Ensuring Global Compliance with Corporate Health, Safety, and Workplace Mandates
June 30, 2011  |  Views: 1133 |  Comments: 0 
Ensuring Global Compliance with Corporate Health, Safety, and Workplace Mandates
On Thursday, June 23 Marsh held a one-hour Webcast: "Ensuring Global Compliance With Corporate Health, Safety, and Workplace Mandates."Marsh Risk Consulting’s Workforce Strategies...  Read More...
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June 25, 2011  |  Views: 877 |  Comments: 0 
Strategic Risk Management
Our panel of risk management experts risk management experts discussed the current state of strategic risk management. The Webcast included highlights from the recent report Excell...  Read More...
Webcast Replay - After the Earthquake: Supply Chain Resiliency
May 26, 2011  |  Views: 1621 |  Comments: 0  | Article Rating
Webcast Replay - After the Earthquake: Supply Chain Resiliency
A replay of our New Realilty of Risk Webcast covering supply chain resiliency. The devastating earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear events in Japan were only the latest in a string of ...  Read More...
Windstorms, Earthquakes, Floods: Using Catastrophe Modeling to Strategic Advantage
May 20, 2011  |  Views: 872 |  Comments: 0 
Windstorms, Earthquakes, Floods: Using Catastrophe Modeling to Strategic Advantage
Listen to the replay of our May 18, 2011, New Reality of Risk Webcast.  Read More...
After the Earthquake: Supply Chain Resiliency New Reality of Risk Webinar
May 10, 2011  |  Views: 1560 |  Comments: 0 
After the Earthquake: Supply Chain Resiliency New Reality of Risk Webinar
The devastating earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear events in Japan were only the latest in a string of disruptions to global supply chains. With these disruptive events being more fr...  Read More...
Sustainability: the changing climate of risk
May 09, 2011  |  Views: 1323 |  Comments: 1  | Article Rating
Sustainability: the changing climate of risk
View our 15-minute web-TV briefing which looks at climate change risk and why it has become essential that businesses start to assess the potential impact of measured changes in ou...  Read More...
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February 10, 2011  |  Views: 164 |  Comments: 0 
Webcast: Unrest in Egypt (Replay)
Our panel focused on political risk, supply chain, business interruption, and the insurance implications and considerations associated with recent political violence in Egypt.  Read More...
Bowring Marsh: International market place
October 23, 2010  |  Views: 775 |  Comments: 0 
Bowring Marsh: International market place
Bowring Marsh: International market place   Read More...

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