Intermediaries have proliferated to become a regional fixture in recent years. But what do they really bring to the table?

Aviva has appointed Adam & Eve/DDB to its global advertising account after a final shoot-out involving CHI & Partners.

The ad campaign, which launches on Monday (6 April), includes a TV spot featuring ten real families having tea together.

Arla Foods has appointed Havas Worldwide London to create campaigns in developing markets after a competitive pitch.

Acer Inc. appoint Saatchi & Saatchi, Singapore as Global Creative Agency

PZ Cussons is looking to appoint a global agency of record for its personal-care brands.

Arla Foods, the owner of the dairy brands Lurpak and Anchor, has shortlisted DLKW Lowe, Havas and Leo Burnett as it looks for a UK agency to develop creative work in emerging markets.

Aviva, the insurer, is reviewing its international creative account, potentially ending its decade-long relationship with Abbott Mead Vickers BBDO.

Hennessy, the brandy brand owned by Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy, has approached agencies with a creative brief.

Ferrero, which owns brands including Ferrero Rocher, Nutella and Tic Tac, has appointed Karmarama to handle its £2 million Raffaello creative business.