Hong Kong
Whiteaway leaves FP Group
Executive director Charles Whiteaway has left the FP Group which owns Hong Kong-based broker FP Marine Risks.
Claims Awards Asia: The Shortlist
Insurance Insight is delighted to announce the shortlist for the inaugural Claims Awards Asia.
Zurich appoints life CEO in Hong Kong
Zurich has appointed Paula Choi to the position of CEO of Zurich’s global life business in Hong Kong from 31 October.
Bupa acquires Quality HealthCare in Hong Kong
Health insurer Bupa has acquired Quality HealthCare Medical Services, the largest supplier of healthcare to businesses in Hong Kong, for $355m.
Hong Kong Federation of Insurers revamps website
The Hong Kong Federation of Insurers has upgraded its website with increased functionality and enhanced consumer, broker and member sections.
Government to chair Hong Kong regulatory working group
The Financial Services and Treasury Bureau in Hong Kong is to chair a cross-industry working group to help with the establishment of the Independent Insurance Authority.
Raffard appointed at MetLife as head of regional strategy
Serge Raffard has left McKinsey in Asia to become regional head of strategy and business development for MetLife's Asian operation.
The blossoming Asian D&O market
The market for directors and officers’ insurance in Asia is booming as local companies become increasingly aware of the litigation risks they face writes Nicky Burridge.
Hill Dickinson opens in Hong Kong
Law firm Hill Dickinson has launched in Hong Kong this week through an association with local litigation firm Laracy & Co.
Swiss Re opens commercial insurance office in Singapore
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions has received a license to sell commercial insurance at its new office in Singapore.
Hong Kong welcomes young UK reinsurance professionals
The Future Insurance Leaders in Hong Kong group, in partnership with the Insurance Institute of Hong Kong, hosted the 'The U35 Reinsurance Group' from the UK for a knowledge sharing forum and networking event on 23 September in central Hong Kong.
Insurers' data confirms GI underwriting profit down in Hong Kong last year
In Hong Kong, the overall underwriting profit of general insurance business decreased from HK$2.6bn in 2011 to HK$2bn in 2012, mainly due to adverse claims experience according to the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance.
The importance of data and analytics in insurance
Over 100 insurance professionals gathered in Hong Kong last week to discuss how to use data and analytics in their day to day businesses.
Typhoon Usagi kills 25 in China
The strongest storm in the world of 2013 landed in South China overnight killing at least 25 people.
Prudential's Hong Kong restructure moves forward
The courts have approved Prudential's Hong Kong 'domestication' plan.
Lockton in Hong Kong to administer Yue Tung's general insurance book
Lockton's Hong Kong operation has partnered with Yue Tung Financial & Insurance Services in Hong Kong, to service Yue Tung's general insurance portfolio.
Insurer IT spending to grow strongly in Asia-Pacific
Insurance spending in the Asia-Pacific region is set to grow strongly over the next five years according to industry research.
AIG promotes Breuil in Hong Kong
AIG has given Marc Breuil, president and CEO of Hong Kong, an additional role as head of country operations for Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Hong Kong's growing but competitive broking market
As the total amount of insurance premiums rise, brokers are seeing the benefits, however intense competition, recruiting talent and increased regulation are on brokers' minds. Nicky Burridge speaks to some leading brokers in the city.
DLA Piper's Hong Kong insurance head to leave private practice
The head of DLA Piper's insurance practice in Hong Kong is leaving the firm to pursue opportunities in legal consulting.
Willis expands financial solutions division in Hong Kong
Willis has appointed Les Collett to establish a financial solutions office in Hong Kong starting 1 October.
Hong Kong premiums grew 14.5% in first half
The Office of the Commissioner of Insurance says the industry grew 14.5% in the first half of 2013, with total gross premiums for the end of June at HK$143.7bn ($18.5bn).
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty makes key appointment in Hong Kong
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty Hong Kong has appointed Jack Jenner its new head of market management.
Google and insurers to speak at Data & Analytics Asia
Insurance Insight is delighted to confirm speakers from Google, Prudential, RSA, HSBC, Zurich and many more companies are attending the Insurance Data & Analytics Asia event in Hong Kong on 26 September.