Hong Kong
IUMI readies for Hong Kong conference
The International Union of Marine Insurance has released details of the agenda for its September annual conference in Hong Kong.
Latitude launches after out-of-court settlement
After gaining regulatory approval, a Cooper Gay-backed Hong Kong marine broker has opened as a separate entity.
China endorses Hong Kong voting rules for 2017
The National People's Congress in China has approved a framework for Hong Kong voting reforms for 2017 which could lead to street protests in Hong Kong.
Munich Re's head of China and Hong Kong takes up global marine role
Munich Re's chief executive of Greater China and Hong Kong John Wilkinson has been appointed CEO of Munich Re’s global marine partnership.
Data and Analytics Asia Q+A: Michael Lamb, CCW
Ahead of the upcoming Insurance Data Analytics Asia 2014 conference in Hong Kong, Postonline interviews a key speaker.
Allied World buys RSA's Hong Kong and Singapore operations
Allied World Assurance has reached an agreement to acquire the Hong Kong and Singapore operations of RSA for approximately $215m (£130m).
Blog: Five insurance investments by Fosun
Following Fosun's acquisition of a 20% stake in Ironshore, Postonline looks at five key insurance investments by the privately owned Chinese conglomerate.
Lee joins KPMG China from Towers Watson
Anthony Lee has joined KPMG China to become director of business development, financial services, with a focus on insurance.
Ankel to leave Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty
Alexander Ankel, Asia chief executive of Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty, is leaving the group to pursue "outside opportunities".
Berkshire Hathaway hires two senior AIG execs in Asia push
Warren Buffett is targeting Asia to expand his insurance unit Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance.
Thai airline grounded over safety fears
Thailand based City Airways has stopped flying after local authorities refused the airline permission to use its airports over safety concerns.
Generali Asia hires Teh and Seach
Generali Asia has appointed Gary Teh as chief operating officer and Hayden Seach as head of global corporate and commercial.
China Re planning $2bn Hong Kong IPO
According to a report, China Re, the largest state backed reinsurer in China, is planning to raise up to $2bn through an IPO in Hong Kong.
Interview: Dylan Bryant, general representative, Lloyd's Hong Kong
Andrew Tjaardstra talks to Dylan Bryant, who has been tasked with heading up the Lloyd's representative office in Hong Kong.
Impact on market uncertain after commission ban on indemnity policies
Upfront commission payments on long-term indemnity policies are to be banned in Hong Kong from 1 January 2015.
JLT growing strongly in Asia
In the first half of the year revenue at JLT Asia's risk and insurance portfolio grew 9% while its employee benefits book climbed 35%.
Lloyd's coverholder promotes two in Hong Kong
SART Underwriting, a Lloyd's coverholder based in Hong Kong, has made two promotions.
AIA beats profit forecast
Hong Kong-based life and health insurer AIA's profits fell 20% in the first half of 2014 which was better than analysts' expectations of 28%.
Digital customers to almost double in Hong Kong, says Bain & Co.
According to international management consultancy Bain & Co. Hong Kong's insurers should invest more in digital to keep up with customers' demands.
QBE improves Hong Kong construction coverage
QBE has unveiled a construction policy, Industrial Special Plant, that can unite five standalone policies.
Towers Watson appoints managing director in Hong Kong
Global professional services firm Towers Watson has appointed Jeffrey Tang as managing director of its Hong Kong office.
Ironshore opens office in Hong Kong
Property and casualty insurer Ironshore International has expanded its Asia-Pacific footprint by opening an office in Hong Kong.
Hg Capital buys Lloyd's software provider Sequel
Private Equity firm Hg Capital has acquired Sequel Business Solutions, a software and services provider to the Lloyd's and London market, in partnership with the Sequel management team.
Asian countries most at risk from cyber crime
Companies in Asia have been slow to protect themselves with cyber insurance despite the growing threat from cyber crime.