Income insurance “crucial” for workers’ protection, says union
FIRST Union, New Zealand's second-largest private-sector trade union, has said it supports the government’s proposed income insurance scheme, hailing it...
CTO on why it’s “a great time” to be part of the insurance sector
AIA New Zealand chief technology officer Marc Hale (pictured) is “quite keen to stare into problems and look at innovating...
Commercial director on insurance being overlooked by NZ businesses
New Zealanders wouldn’t dream of leaving their house uninsured against fire, but they commonly do bet their house on their...
CEO on “perfect opportunity” for insurance brokers
Insurance brokers face daily challenges, not least of which include regulation and compliance; winning new business; building and increasing revenue...
ACC appoints leader for NZ income insurance proposal
ACC has appointed Stephen Crombie (pictured above) as executive lead for the planning of the government’s proposed income insurance scheme....
New earthquake bill to be introduced in New Zealand
The government of New Zealand has introduced a bill to make the claims process following a natural disaster easier. The...
IAG offers $400 million in notes to New Zealand investors
Insurance Australia Group (IAG) has offered up to $400 million of unsecured subordinated notes to New Zealand retail investors and...
What New Zealand homeowners need to know about EQCover
New Zealand to overhaul natural disaster insurance programme One of the EQC’s primary functions is to manage New Zealand’s natural...
New Zealand’s Momentum Life Limited Credit Ratings affirmed – AM Best
Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of B++ (Good) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit...
Leader navigates “most challenging period in travel insurance history”
There’s no doubt about it – this has been the most challenging period in travel insurance history, more than any...