Articles by Andrew Tjaardstra
Sydney hit by heavy hailstorm
A major hailstorm on Saturday (25 April) has damaged commercial property in Sydney causing some business disruption.
Death toll climbs after Nepal earthquake
At least 3218 people have died and 6500 people have been injured after a 7.8 magnitude shallow earthquake struck in Nepal over the weekend.
New South Wales storm claims rise to 24,250
There have been 24,250 insurance claims so far after this week's powerful storm in New South Wales.
Cheung to leave Direct Asia for AIG
Adrian Cheung, regional head of actuarial, Direct Asia will leave the Hiscox-owned insurer and join AIG at the beginning of May.
Willis accelerates acquisition of French giant Gras Savoye
International broker Willis has offered €550m (£392m) to buy the remaining 70% stake it doesn't own of France giant Gras Savoye.
Claims Conference Asia: Allianz keynote Q+A
Post asks Claims Conference Asia - Hong Kong keynote speaker Chin Feng, CEO of Hong Kong & Greater China, Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty about his career, China and claims.
Allianz to offer cyber and reputation lines in China
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty will offer cyber and reputation risk insurance in China from June.
19,500 claims from New South Wales storm
There have already been 19,500 claims totaling A$129m (£67m) from the huge New South Wales storm according to the Insurance Council of Australia.
March moves from Aon to lead Skuld in Singapore
Nicholas March has left Aon to join marine insurer Skuld to head its Singapore office.
Cooper Gay's EBITDA increases 35%
Broking group Cooper Gay Swett & Crawford saw its EBITDA climb 35% to $65m (£43.7m) in 2014 compared to $42m in 2013.
Jacques moves from Canada to Australia with Ace
Lesley Jacques has been appointed head of accident and health for Australia and New Zealand at Ace.
New South Wales hit by powerful storm
Torrential rain and strong winds have disrupted New South Wales causing major flooding and damage.
Thailand approves class action lawsuits
Thailand's National Legislative Assembly will allow class action legal proceedings for the first time from December.
Insurer and Christchurch City Council in earthquake dispute
The Christchurch City Council is in dispute with its insurer Civil Assurance over payouts from the devastating 2011 earthquake.
Australian insurers urged to adapt to driverless cars
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia is urging insurers to be aware of the fast development of driverless cars.
AJ Gallagher starts Asian reputation risk practice
International broker AJ Gallagher is aiming to help large corporate clients in Asia with mitigating reputation risk and brand damage.
AM Best opens Singapore office
Ratings agency AM Best has opened its second office in Asia-Pacific after opening one in Hong Kong sixteen years ago.
BPL's Palmer returns to London
The Monetary Authority of Singapore has approved the appointment of Peter Gilbert as Singapore CEO of credit and political risk broker Berry Palmer & Lyle.
Snowball to leave Suncorp in October
Patrick Snowball is set to relinquish his role as CEO of Suncorp in October with Michael Cameron, CEO of property group GPT, replacing him.
Generali hires from Prudential for Asia GI and life role
Generali has appointed Jack Howell as regional officer for Asia after Sergio di Caro was promoted to global head of employee benefits.
Axa expands Singapore post office offering
Axa is to increase its insurance offering to 44 SingPost branches and will include general insurance.
IAG increases stake in Indian insurer to 49%
Insurance Australia Group is taking advantage of new rules in India to increase its 26% stake in SBI General Insurance to 49%.
Integro buys Hertfordshire-based NPA Insurance
US broking group Integro has added to its list of UK brokers with the purchase of £30m gross written premium broker NPA Insurance.
Cullum, Oliver, Thiam and Henderson back the Conservatives
Four well-known senior managers in the market have joined 99 other business leaders and backed the Conservatives for the 2015 general election in a letter.