Asia
Modernisation essential to ward off emerging market threat, says Beale
Lloyd’s must continue its focus on modernisation or remain under threat from other jurisdictions, a conference heard.
CBL Insurance goes into interim liquidation
The High Court of New Zealand has ordered CBL Insurance, the main subsidiary of CBL Corporation, be placed into interim liquidation.
North Korea, Brexit and trade protectionism top 2018 political risks list
The North Korea missile crisis, Brexit negotiations, and trade protectionism are among the top political risks threatening multinational businesses in 2018, according to Marsh.
This week in Post: Funding, fraud and finding life after Brexit
This week, the insurance industry received the news that the government’s controversial whiplash reforms are likely to be put into effect in April next year.
Emerging Asia fastest growing GI market in 2018
Emerging Asia is set to remain the world’s fastest growing general insurance market in 2018.
This week in Post: Results, rumour and regulation
This week the results season well and truly got underway with big names in the UK’s insurance sector reporting back to market on how they fared over 2017.
Analysis: Lloyd's taking the Asian bull by the horns
Lloyd's and the London market are trying to win back their market shares in Asia, as the region is experiencing the world's most dynamic growth for the insurance industry.
Marsh's Lei Yu on the right cover in the age of product recalls and class actions
While the US has led the consumer rights crusade against defective products, other countries are becoming increasingly protective, writes Lei Yu, managing director, Marsh Hong Kong and Macau.
London market training goes international
The Lloyd's Market Association will begin offering a range of technical programmes and courses internationally.
44% of Singapore SMEs expect sales growth in 2018, says QBE
A survey of Singapore SMEs suggest half are confident the economy will grow this year.
Kopp to swap Korea for Thailand at Chubb; Ler to replace Kopp
Edward Kopp, Chubb's general insurance country president in Korea, is moving to Thailand.
DAC Beachcroft signs partnership with Hong Kong law firm
Hong Kong law firm Oldham Li and Nie will work closely with international law firm DAC Beachcroft..
IAG examining future of 141 roles in Christchurch
Australian insurer IAG has placed 141 jobs in Christchurch under threat of redundancy.
Sawyer to swap London for Asia at Liberty
Liberty Specialty Markets has promoted Chris Sawyer to the role of manager, global financial risks, Asia-Pacific
Asia-Pacific COR is "completely unacceptable", says QBE's Regan
Australian insurance giant QBE is looking to turnaround its Asia-Pacific operations after announcing expected 115% COR in 2017.
QBE to miss 2017 COR target and fall to loss after "challenging year"
Australian giant QBE is expecting a combined operating ratio of 104% and $1.2bn (£858m) loss for 2017's financial year.
Chubb creates personal lines division in Singapore
Chubb has established a personal lines division for its Singapore operations.
QBE hires from Allianz for head of SME, Australia and New Zealand
Australian giant QBE has hired a senior manager from Allianz for a newly created SME role.
Thomas Miller buys Brookes Bell Group
Thomas Miller has acquired specialist marine and energy consultancy Brookes Bell Group for an undisclosed sum.
Hong Kong revamps complaints bureau
Hong Kong has changed the structure of its insurance complaints organisation.
Barron to swap PWC for AIG
AIG has created a government regulatory role for its international businesses.
Insurance Council of New Zealand warns on climate change after record weather year
2017 was the most expensive year on record for weather-related insured losses according to the Insurance Council of New Zealand.
Koh Wei Lee takes on bancassurance for Chubb in Singapore
Chubb's head of accident and health for Singapore has taken on the responsibility for bancassurance.
Cyber risk has climbed the agenda for risk managers, says Allianz
Allianz's annual global survey of risk managers reveals cyber risk is an increasing concern.