Markel, the insurance operations within Markel Group (NYSE), today announced the appointment of Grant Smith as Director, Marine & Energy Liability, International Specialty, effective immediately. Smith’s appointment is the latest step in enhancing Markel’s international specialty underwriting capabilities and expertise, following the launch of its International Specialty practice last December. In his new role, Smith will lead the Marine & Energy Liability team within Markel’s International Wholesale business. He will be responsible for driving sustainable, profitable growth initiatives that align with Markel’s long-term strategic vision, aiming to expand market share and further establish Markel as a market leader in Marine…
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Company Showcases Powerful and Efficient CordZero All-in-One Tower Combi and Latest Robot Vacuum with Simultaneous Wet and Dust Cleaning Capabilities. LG Electronics (LG) is introducing its brand-new stick vacuum cleaning solution, the LG CordZero™ All-in-One Tower Combi, alongside its latest ‘all-in-one’ robot vacuum and mop at IFA 2024. The All-In-One Tower Combi redefines storage, charging, and style while making everyday cleaning simpler and more efficient by combining the CordZero A9X stick vacuum with the CordZero R5 robot vacuum. The company’s latest robot vacuum and mop features a comprehensive system that handles floor cleaning, mopping, dust emptying, water refilling, and automatic…
The iconic blended Scotch whisky brand will become the club’s Official Whisky Partner, celebrating their shared ambition for collective success ahead of the new season. To mark the partnership, Chivas Regal and Arsenal are treating the local community and spirited Gooners to a pre-match round with a Chivas Highball giveaway across local pubs. LONDON, 14 August 2024 /PRNewswire/ – Luxury Scotch whisky brand Chivas Regal and renowned global football club Arsenal have today announced a new multi-year partnership, highlighting their commitment to championing community, advancing culture, and celebrating collective success. Chivas Regal will become the club’s first Official Whisky Partner…
The esteemed actress and TUMI ambassador returns for her second campaign, highlighting how TUMI bags complement and elevate her busy lifestyle. Today, international travel and lifestyle brand TUMI debuts the Voyageur Leather and TUMI 19 Degree Frame collections, stunning new iterations of two of the brand’s most beloved lines. To celebrate these new Fall 2024 pieces, TUMI enlisted global ambassador, esteemed South Korean actress Mun Ka Young, to star in an immersive campaign that transports viewers onto the streets of Seoul for a day in her life with TUMI by her side. In this dynamic campaign, TUMI reintroduces a luxurious,…
Multi-asset broker Vantage Markets (“Vantage”) is proud to announce the “Reborn” phase of its “Reborn a Trader” campaign, in collaboration with the NEOM McLaren Extreme E team. This latest partnership features two exclusive interviews with NEOM McLaren Extreme E drivers, Mattias Ekström and Cristina Gutiérrez, who share their personal stories of how they were “reborn” into their current career paths, while discussing the challenges they faced and the transformations they experienced. In his interview, Mattias Ekström discusses his transition from road racing to rally racing. “My dream was to be a DTM driver. The dirt and the gravel came later…
From buyers and designers to fashion enthusiasts, Swedish initiatives are now bringing them all together in an innovative trade show that goes beyond the conventional approach. Stockholm Fashion District is revolutionising the fashion industry by providing a dynamic platform for designers, creatives, and buyers to connect. Unlike traditional trade platforms that take place just twice a year, Stockholm Fashion District hosts multiple trade shows annually, pushing the boundaries of industry conventions. Catwalk at the Grand Opening of Fashion Week Trade, 12-16 August 2024 (Photo: Business Wire) This innovative approach allows industry creatives to connect, inspire, and gain valuable market exposure,…
Kunlun Tech, the pioneering global tech giant, has announced the groundbreaking launch of Melodio, the world’s first AI-powered music streaming platform, alongside Mureka, an innovative AI music generation platform designed for commercial use. Both Melodio and Mureka are powered by Kunlun Tech’s latest Diffusion Transformer architecture-based AI Music Generation Large Language Model (LLM), SkyMusic 2.0. SkyMusic 2.0 is the industry’s first AI music model capable of consistently and stably generating endless music streams in specific styles. With the ability to process lyrics exceeding 500 words and produce 6-minute, 4400Hz dual-channel stereo AI songs, SkyMusic 2.0 boasts significantly enhanced backing track…
Planning a golf holiday takes some effort, but it’s worth it for the fun on the fairways. To organize a successful golf trip, start by setting a budget and choosing dates that work for everyone in your group. This helps you narrow down possible locations and courses. Pick a destination with good golf courses and other activities nearby. Think about travel time and costs too. Once you’ve picked a spot, book your tee times early. Popular courses fill up fast, especially during peak seasons. Don’t forget about lodging and transportation. Look for hotels or rentals near the courses you’ll play.…
New Research Reveals Paint Colours Increasing Home Values by Up to £83,138 Across the country, thousands of homeowners have revitalised their properties by painting their facades. This trend is especially popular among those with homes featuring the once-unfashionable pebbledash exterior. Traditionally, pebbledash has been linked to a decrease in property value. However, new research by LEWIS Access challenges this perception, suggesting that the issue may simply be one of aesthetics. Exploring the Value of Paint: A Data-Driven Analysis LEWIS Access set out to investigate whether pebbledash genuinely affects property value, or if it is more a matter of perception. Through…
Bournemouth is Britain’s HAIRLESS hotspot, with more hair removal clinics per capita than any other area A new study reveals that Bournemouth residents are more diligent with removing body hair than any other area in the United Kingdom, with the highest concentration of hair removal clinics in the nation Chelmsford and Peterborough follow closely behind, while Swansea comes in last with only one hair removal studio in the whole city The study was conducted analysed the number of beauty clinics in 82 major towns and cities across the UK and identified which areas had the highest concentration of particular beauty…