In New Zealand keeping insurance accessible is a key consideration as the government reviews the Natural Hazards Commission (NHC) levy amid ongoing cost-of-living pressures for Kiwis.
Chubb has appointed Mr Brian Hogan as head of accident and health for Australia and New Zealand, according to news platform insuranceNEWS.com.au.
Descartes Underwriting has announced the promotion of Mr Ben Qin to the role of head of APAC, as well as the appointment of Mr Seow Wee Beng as acting head of Southeast Asia in order to support Mr Qin in his role.
Aon has appointed Mr Rupert Moore as CEO of reinsurance across APAC and chairman of the region for Aon's Strategy and Technology Group.
Insurance companies have improved their processes since the Canterbury earthquakes, but more improvements are needed, according to a new report by New Zealand's insurance regulator, the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) - Te Mana Tatai Hokohoko.
A high incidence of disclosure-related breaches as well as a consistent relatively high frequency of claims in smaller transactions have been observed particularly in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), according to Aon's report titled "2025 Transaction Solutions Global Claims Study: Managing Deal Risk to Secure Investments and Enhance Returns".
The Insurance & Financial Services Ombudsman Scheme (IFSO Scheme) accepted a record number of 600 disputes for investigation in the year from 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025. This translates to a 25% increase from the previous year.
Latest research by The Financial Services Council (FSC) of New Zealand shows a surprising trend that while New Zealanders are quick to insure their cars, homes, and gadgets, they're far less likely to protect their health, income and lives - the very things that matter most.
New Zealand's Financial Markets Authority, or Te Mana Tatai Hokohoko (FMA) welcomes the formation of the joint operational partnership to tackle scams, the New Zealand Anti-Scam Alliance.
Canopius has appointed Ms Micia Yong as head of property and specialty treaty APAC.