New research from the Willis Research Network (WRN) addresses scientific forecasts that “global warming is likely to lead to stronger tropical cyclones, but also that the overall global frequency of tropical storms and hurricanes is likely to decrease.” WRN’s report …
A note from Willis Group Holdings features comments from Ann Longmore, Executive Vice President of Willis’ Executive Risks practice, who analyzes the impact(s) of Russia’s accession to the World Trade Organization as its 156th member earlier this month. “We expect …
Willis China, part of Willis Group Holdings, announced that the Chinese Insurance Regulatory Commission (CIRC) has granted approval for it to open a new office in Harbin, a first for a foreign broker and Willis’ 22nd office in the country. …
Willis Group Holdings announced the further strengthening of its operations in Latin America with the appointment of Alejandro Vaccaro as CEO of the company’s Chilean facultative reinsurance division. He recently joined Willis from Aon Benfield on August 1, 2012 to …
“Increased regulatory, shareholder and media scrutiny combined with volatility in the global economy means that serving on the board of a company has never been so risky,” according to a report from Willis Group Holdings – its latest “Boardroom Guide …
Willis Group Holdings latest Executive Risks Boardroom Guide warns that, as the online universe expands it has “introduced new financial risks that may not be covered under general and professional liability insurance, including standard directors’ and officers’ (D&O) policies. “As …
Willis Group Holdings plc reported its results for the quarter and six months ended June 30, 2012. Selected highlights for the second quarter were listed as follows: — Earnings per diluted share from continuing operations of $0.61 compared to $0.48 …
Willis Group Holdings announced the imminent opening of new Superyacht insurance brokerage office at the prestigious MB92 shipyard in Barcelona, planned for September. In connection with the new facility Willis said it “is offering all visitors a free analysis of …
Willis North America has appointed Rob Carron as an account executive with Willis North America Yacht Practice in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The North America Yacht team serves clients worldwide in partnership with the Willis Superyacht specialists located in the United …
Willis International, the broker’s’ retail division, announced that in “recognition of the size, growth and strategic importance of its Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa operations, it has created three regional business units under new and expanded leadership.” Willis Asia …
