Australia has dealt with cyber breaches of some major companies including financial and insurance companies, says QBE Insurance.
Aviva Investors has appointed Mr Denis Resovac as head of insurance solutions sales. In this newly created role, he will be responsible for leading the development of investment solutions for Aviva Investors' insurer clients across APAC.
Oliver Wyman has appointed Mr Paul Ricard as head of insurance and asset management. In his new role, he will be responsible for driving the growth of Oliver Wyman's insurance and asset management practice in the region, leading development of client accounts and ensuring the business is effectively serving the needs of the region.
Qoala has appointed Mr Randy Lianggara to its board and Mr Yujun Chean as group COO.
Price Forbes Singapore has appointed Mr Julian Coates as chief broking officer, subject to regulatory approval. In his new role he will be responsible for developing Price Forbes' broking strategy in APAC and support its overall business growth.
The finalists for the 28th Asia Insurance Industry Awards have been revealed, with 47 of the region's top insurers, reinsurers, brokers, risk managers and service providers making the shortlist. The awards are well known for their stringent criteria and transparent selection process, overseen by a panel of expert judges from across the insurance industry.
Nexus has appointed Ms Seline Low as deputy head of accident and health reinsurance - Asia. Nexus is a a specialty managing general agent.
Zurich in Asia Pacific has posted Business Operating Profit (BOP) of $260m for 1H2024, up by 9% on the corresponding half in 2023, the group says in a statement.
Asia was the driver of the financial results of Toronto-headquartered Manulife Financial Corporation in the first half of this year, with a 289% jump in net income attributable to shareholders to $424m in the second quarter.
The "dynamic nature of maritime trade makes speed and service particularly important", according to Markel senior underwriter - marine Wanshi Lin.