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News about Allianz, one of the largest global insurance and reinsurance groups.
Also news about Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty, the Allianz specialist unit that underwrites commercial insurance exposures and alternative risk transfer.
Allianz Commercial 1893 to launch as new direct underwriting syndicate at Lloyd’s
5th November 2026
Allianz Commercial has revealed plans to establish Allianz Commercial 1893, a new direct underwriting syndicate at Lloyd’s, which is expected to begin trading from January 1, 2027, subject to final regulatory approval, with in-principle approval from Lloyd’s already in place. Allianz Commercial 1893 takes its name from the year Allianz first ... Read the full article
Allianz UK enhances renewable energy proposition and simplifies multi-technology cover
26th October 2026
Allianz UK has enhanced its renewable energy proposition and introduced simplified operational wording for customers with multiple technologies at the same site. The update coverage applies to onshore wind, ground-mounted solar and hydro, biomass, and anaerobic digestion. It also encompasses battery energy storage systems and Slow Reserve (replacing legacy STOR) – ... Read the full article
Fires and supply issues drive sharp increase in business interruption losses: Allianz Commercial
8th October 2026
Companies are increasingly experiencing a sharp increase in business interruption losses, with average claims exceeding €850,000, around 70% higher than the average associated property damage claim, according to a new analysis from Allianz Commercial. With the average property damage claim coming close to €500,000, the data demonstrates that the financial consequences ... Read the full article
Ledgebrook secures $200m equity financing, gets multi-year Allianz reinsurance
7th October 2026
AI-native specialty insurance platform, Ledgebrook, has successfully raised $200 million in primary equity financing, co-led by Allianz X and Rockefeller Capital Management, and has also agreed a multi-year reinsurance agreement with Allianz Re. This $200 million in primary equity financing follows numerous funding rounds for Ledgebrook, which started in August 2022 ... Read the full article
Ong Bi Ying to lead Allianz Insurance Singapore as CEO
5th October 2026
Global insurer Allianz has appointed Ong Bi Ying as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Allianz Insurance Singapore Pte Ltd (Allianz Insurance Singapore), effective 1 October 2026 In her new role, she succeeds Hicham Raissi, who is departing to pursue opportunities outside the Allianz Group. Raissi said, "It has been a privilege to ... Read the full article
Leadership changes made at Allianz Partners and Allianz Direct
2nd October 2026
Allianz Group, the global insurance and financial services provider, is changing the leadership of Allianz Partners and Allianz Direct. The appointments follow Tomas Kunzmann’s appointment to the Allianz SE Board of Management and are intended to provide continuity across both businesses while supporting their respective growth plans. All ... Read the full article
Morton named Global Head of Captive Fronting and Captive Solutions for Allianz Commercial
22nd September 2026
Allianz Commercial, the corporate insurance division of Allianz Group, has appointed Stephen Morton as its new Global Head of Captive Fronting and Captive Solutions, effective March 1, 2027, succeeding Brian McNamara, who will retire at the end of September. In his new position, Morton will be reporting directly to Lara Martiner, ... Read the full article
Munafò named China CEO for Allianz Trade in Asia Pacific
25th August 2026
Allianz Trade in Asia Pacific has announced the appointment of Scott Munafò as China CEO, a Shanghai-based role, effective September 1, 2026. Since joining Allianz Trade within the Multinationals team in 2015, Munafò has spent over then years shaping commercial strategy across four distinct regions. Throughout his career, ... Read the full article
Allianz Commercial hires Emma Woolley as President of Global Specialty & UK Region
21st August 2026
Emma Woolley is set to join Allianz Commercial as President Global Specialty and UK Region, and will also join the Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE Board of Management, reporting to Thomas Lillelund, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Allianz Commercial. Subject to regulatory approval, Woolley will join Allianz once her current professional ... Read the full article
Allianz reports strong Q2’26 with operating profit reaching record €4.9bn
7th August 2026
Global insurer Allianz has announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2026, reporting a 10.6% rise in operating profit to a record level of €4.9 billion, and €45.6 billion in total business volume. Internal growth reached 5.7% for the quarter, supported by positive contributions from all segments, with Asset ... Read the full article
Allianz Partners names Carsten Staat as Regional Managing Director, APAC & MEA
4th August 2026
Allianz Partners, a provider of insurance and assistance services, has appointed Carsten Staat as Regional Managing Director for Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APAC & MEA), effective August 1st, 2026. In his new role, Staat will report to Jacob Fuest, Chief Markets Officer of Allianz Partners. He succeeds Vinay Surana, ... Read the full article
Allianz to acquire HSBC Life Singapore
24th July 2026
Global insurer Allianz Group (Allianz), through its wholly owned subsidiary Allianz Asia Holding Pte Ltd, has agreed to acquire composite insurer HSBC Life Singapore Pte Ltd (HSBC Life Singapore) from HSBC Holdings plc (HSBC Group), subject to regulatory approval. HSBC Life Singapore has a strong presence in the country’s life and ... Read the full article
Allianz Jio Re hits ₹266 crore gross premiums in first full quarter of operations
20th July 2026
Allianz Jio Reinsurance, the 50:50 joint venture between Allianz Group and Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL), underwrote gross premiums of ₹266 crore in its first full quarter of operations, securing lead reinsurer status on major treaty programs across prominent Indian private insurers. The venture, led by Sonia Rawal as CEO, combines ... Read the full article
Global P&C insurance market stabilises as aggressive rate hikes fade: Allianz Research
28th May 2026
The global property and casualty (P&C) insurance market is moving from a pricing boom towards normalisation after a period of aggressive rate hikes, according to Allianz Research’s latest "Global Insurance Report." The insurer's data shows that global P&C premiums grew by +3.8% in 2025, well below both the prior year's +8.5% ... Read the full article
Allianz UK joins FloodAction Coalition
26th May 2026
Allianz UK, part of the financial services group Allianz SE, has joined the FloodAction Coalition, a move that reflects its commitment to flood resilience and sustainable solutions. The FloodAction Coalition is designed to bring together insurers, landowners, and investors to create a £1 billion market for water resilience by 2028. To achieve ... Read the full article
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