Asian insurance market faces turbulence amid nat cats, economic shifts: WTW
October 24 2024 by Joana Nguyen
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South Korea’s DB Insurance set to complete Fortegra acquisition
- May 24
Insurer will acquire 100% of the outstanding shares of the US specialty carrier for US$1.65bn in an all-cash deal.
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Gallagher Re confirms Carlos Grijalva as APAC head of cyber
- May 22
Hong Kong‑based Grijalva’s move to join the reinsurance broker was first reported by InsuranceAsia News last month.
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South Korea to offer US$200m war-risk cover for small shippers in Strait of Hormuz
- May 22
Financial Services Commission will also explore the creation of a reinsurance program to extend coverage to larger vessels with significant economic impact.
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Anthony Hong joins Howden as head of surety for Asia
- May 22
He joins after six years at Aon in Singapore and South Korea.
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Sedgwick | Investing in people is shaping the future of loss adjusting in Asia
Sedgwick Asia says it is ready to meet the evolving challenges of Asia’s dynamic insurance markets.
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PartnerRe | Understanding ageing in APAC: why perception, planning and protection don’t always align
Ageing is shaping finances, family dynamics and insurance needs of the caregiving ecosystem, but current product propositions and underwriting frameworks are not keeping pace with protection needs, finds PartnerRe survey.
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BHSI | D&O in Asia in 2026: navigating geopolitics, insolvencies, and digital crackdowns without breaking the bank
A soft market presents organisations with opportunities to strengthen resilience, although the abundance of capacity is unlikely to persist.
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QBE | Elevating customer experience, humanising claims: QBE Asia’s ‘Solutions in a Box’
Vastly improving turnaround times and personalising service delivery, QBE Asia’s award-winning, end-to-end bundled claims solutions is a game-changer for the insurance industry.
