MAPFRE RE strengthens its Tokyo office with Alberto Estévez Allegue appointment
Global reinsurer MAPFRE RE, known for its robust presence in the insurance and reinsurance industry, has announced the appointment of Alberto Estevez Allegue as chief representative officer of its representative office in Tokyo, Japan.
Howden Re and Moody’s launch talent exchange programme to boost analytics and client services
Howden Re, the reinsurance and risk advisory arm of Howden, and Moody’s, a global credit rating, research, and risk analysis firm, have launched a new three-month reciprocal early careers talent exchange programme.
Brookfield set to launch new UK insurance entity to capture corporate pension deals
Brookfield, one of the world’s largest private capital groups, has applied to establish an insurance entity in the UK.
Chubb announces major executive appointments to drive growth
Chubb Limited, a global insurance leader, has announced significant executive appointments within its North American general insurance business.
Najm launches advanced telematics scheme to improve road safety in Saudi Arabia
Najm for Insurance Services Company, a Saudi-based provider of comprehensive insurance solutions, has announced a new telematics initiative aimed at improving road safety across Saudi Arabia.
Insurance broker TWFG targets $176m in IPO
The Woodlands Financial Group (TWFG), an insurance broker supported by reinsurer RenaissanceRe, has announced its intention to raise up to $176m through its upcoming Initial Public Offering (IPO).
Eastern Alliance and CLARA Analytics collaborate to optimise insurance claims with AI
Eastern Alliance Insurance Group, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ProAssurance Corporation, has partnered with CLARA Analytics to optimise insurance claims through the use of AI.
Mastering the underwriting process: How to avoid common pitfalls
In the high-pressure world of insurance underwriting, falling into autopilot is an easy yet dangerous trap. This risk is heightened when underwriters face a continuous stream of similar accounts, leading to quick decision-making that might overlook critical details.
Loss control: Underwriting’s secret weapon
In the competitive landscape of insurance underwriting, the integration of risk data is emerging as a secret weapon to enhance the performance of your underwriting team. One way this can be exploited is through the use of loss control, a risk management method aimed at decreasing the likelihood of losses occurring and minimising the impact of any that do happen. Due to the clear benefits of this, numerous key industry players are now claiming that advanced loss control practices can transform the traditional underwriting processes, reducing claims while increasing renewals and premiums.
Aflac partners with SKYGEN to enhance claims and billing processes through automation
Aflac, a leading provider of supplemental insurance in the U.S., has announced a partnership with SKYGEN to continue improving the customer satisfaction journey.