The retail banking sector is facing changing times. The credit squeeze and Northern Rock crisis, an uncertain economy, the growing influence of the media and the consumer agenda, and a potential shakeup of pricing models are presenting new challenges for the industry. How should banks respond?...

The future of life assurance is particularly pertinent as the industry grapples with the prospect of far-reaching change. This year's event will provide a forward-looking analysis of the key issues and will evaluate how life assurers can develop robust strategies and innovative solutions to keep...

Sustainability policies and supply challenges are driving the development of smart metering in the energy industry, and more widespread and advanced metering solutions for the water industry. Whilst the challenges of interoperability, integration and competition remain to be overcome, advances...

Under the twin pressures of security of supply and climate change, the utilities sector is currently at a key juncture in its development. Companies face the challenge of investing to balance supply and demand whilst maintaining focus on sustainability. In addition to this, regulatory frameworks...

The IEA's third annual Air Cargo Summit is a one-day forum dedicated to the strategic, technical and legal issues facing the air cargo sector. The event brings together senior executives from the globe's top cargo carriers, as well as business leaders from freight forwarders and integrators, and...

Driven by technological change and convergence, the communications industry is rapidly evolving. Broadcasters, media companies and telecoms operators most forge winning strategies to differentiate their offerings and attract new customers. With spectrum up for grabs, regulation and...

The distribution landscape for retail savings and investment products is undergoing a period of unprecedented change. Increased pricing transparency for products and services is affecting the business models of both providers and intermediaries, and the FSA's Retail Distribution Review promises...

Building on our long-standing relationship with the financial services sector, we are proud to introduce the Institute of Economic Affairs' inaugural Private Equity Summit. For over 50 years the IEA has been actively promoting free-market policies, communicating to the public and politicians...

The Institute of Economic Affairs has a longstanding involvement in the Air Transport industry, and its Future of Air Transport conference is now firmly established as one of the leading industry events, attracting top executives from across the globe.

The outlook for the private banking and wealth management sector is bright as global wealth creation continues apace. Nevertheless, private banks operate in a rapidly shifting environment making it crucial to respond to new trends in order to capture a greater share of wealth. Evaluating and...