Leading insurer Allianz UK uncovered 33,027 instances of insurance fraud worth a total of £157.24m in 2024 – equivalent to 90 frauds worth £430,000 a day, and up 10% on the £142.38m figure for 2023.
Phuong Ly to lead Allianz Commercial in the United Kingdom
Allianz Commercial today announced that Phuong Ly will be appointed Commercial Managing Director UK, effective 3 April 2025, subject to regulatory approval.
Allianz UK has made significant investment in its commercial digital trading team, with new appointments and promotions as well as an enhanced focus on seamless digital journeys.
Data released today by leading insurer Allianz reveals the high cost of fire-related claims involving lithium batteries. The average cost of these claims is £50,000, with fires caused by leaking and damaged batteries and overcharged e-vehicles combusting at home.
New Managing Director for Allianz UK Specialty business
Allianz UK has today announced that Isabella Von Mesterhazy has been appointed Managing Director for its Specialty business, effective 1 December 2024, subject to regulatory approval. This appointment follows the decision by incumbent MD for Specialty Kieran O’Keeffe to retire at the end of the year.
Allianz and Youth Sport Trust MoveNow programme inspires over 1.600 children
Allianz UK, the Worldwide Insurance Partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Movements, worked with the Youth Sport Trust to inspire UK school children to rebuild their health, happiness, and resilience post-COVID through its MoveNow Festivals
Allianz Commercial welcomes new head of London region
Allianz Commercial has appointed Rob Carslake as its new head of London region for mid-market. Rob is responsible for the leadership of Allianz’s London region, shaping the business strategy for the region and delivering on its underwriting goals.
One in five cars damaged by potholes has to be written off
Data from leading insurer Allianz reveals that one in five (21%) insurance claims where a vehicle hit a pothole leads to the vehicle being declared an insurance write-off.