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Dubai Signs Deal with Lloyd’s and CII, Looks to Set New Standards in 2020

In a deal which highlights the truly global outlook of the UK insurance industry, rather than simply a European one, a new deal has been announced between two long established institutions and Dubai. The aim? […]

Insurance Regulation

CII Appoints Jeanette Newman as Chair of Standards Committee

The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) has appointed Jennette Newman as Chair of the Professional Standards Committee. Ms Newman takes over from David Hertzell, who stepped down as Chair last month after serving six years in […]

Insurance Regulation

r10 Teams Up With ACORD on Data Standards Project

r10 Consulting and ACORD, the global standards-setting body for the insurance industry, are pleased to announce their strategic partnership. The two organisations come together in response to the unique set of challenges the London Market […]

InsureTech

Driverless: Thatcham Strives to Set Indusry Standards on ADAS Repairs

Following the launch of industry-first ADAS repair guidelines in May, Thatcham Research is today announcing new IMI-accredited ADAS calibration training designed to close an emerging skills gap. Thatcham Research, along with other industry stakeholders, worked closely with […]

Insurance claims

IMI Accident Repair Group Holds First Meeting on Standards & Practice

The first meeting of the new IMI Accident Repair Advisory Group, held on 2nd October 2019 at Thatcham Research HQ, saw 17 industry stakeholders from both the Accident Repair and Glazing sectors come together to […]

Insurance Regulation

Regulatory: Guernsey Gets the IAIS Seal of Approval

Regulation of Guernsey’s insurance industry is meeting current international standards, according to a report published by the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS). The report states that Guernsey has “a high level of observance of […]

Insurance Regulation

Autonomous Tech: 5StarS Consortium on Driverless Cars Welcomed by Thatcham

A proposed assurance framework launched by 5StarS on connected and autonomous vehicle cybersecurity has been welcomed by Thatcham Research. The consortium, an Innovate UK project which brings together key research bodies (HORIBA MIRA, Ricardo, Roke, […]

Insurance claims

Claims News: Roadmap Needed for Electric Vehicle Repair & Servicing

Steve Nash, Chief Executive of the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) hosted a session at Automechanika, setting out a roadmap for the automotive aftermarket sector to be ready for the electric revolution. Much focus […]