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Evgeny Khmelev takes on the role of Training Leader Europe, Middle East and Africa. Since 1 July the Spies Hecker Training Center in Cologne, Germany, has had a new training […]

The Brazilian Ministry of Labour estimates that the sectors of the economy linked to the automotive industry have cut an estimated 38,700 jobs in the first half of this year, […]

Claims management firm Albany Assistance, has won a contract to provide fault accident claim services for Hastings Direct motor policyholders. Peterlee-based Albany will deliver hire and repair services to all […]

Tantalum, a company owned by City financier Edi Truell, still wants to buy Quindell even though the Serious Fraud Office has launched a criminal investigation into the scandal-hit firm. Chief […]

Insurance provider RSA, has confirmed it is to withdraw fully from the personal lines broker motor market, ceasing to write new and renewal business from 1 November 2015. The move […]

National Windscreens, the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and replacement specialist, is pleased to announce that it has retained its preferred supplier contract with Amlin Insurance. Specialty insurer and […]

Snap-on Incorporated, a leading global manufacturer and marketer of tools, equipment, diagnostics, repair information and systems solutions for professional users performing critical tasks, announced that it acquired the assets of […]

Online insurance firm Esure has said its premiums are set to rise after an increase in small injury claims. Shares in the firm fell more than 9% after half-year underlying pre-tax profits […]

Smarter re-marketing strategies will be needed by manufacturers and major vendors such as leasing companies if they are to be successful in the used car market during 2016. Glass’s says […]

Japanese car parts manufacturer Takata saw a 3 billion yen (£15.4m) net profit in the three months to June, compared with a 38.65bn yen loss a year earlier. The company […]

Insurance provider Aviva PLC, today announced its half year results for 2015. HY15 numbers include Friends Life from 10 April 2015, the acquisition completion date. HY14 is Aviva standalone. Profit […]

Insurance provider Ageas UK, today released its half year report showing an increase on year on year profits, helped by better weather conditions and an improved Commercial result. The group […]