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Dec 17, 2024
Allianz UK strengthens digital trading team
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.
A series of podcasts, videos, articles and webinars, showcasing experts from across our business, covering future global trends such as AI, Autonomous Vehicles and Cyber.
Setting Indemnity Periods: Why it's crucial to get it right
Every company should have business interruption insurance in place, so that it has financial protection if operations are disrupted by a catastrophic event such as fire, flood, or equipment failure.
Energising Renewable Energy with Battery Energy Storage Systems
Battery Storage plays an important role in renewable energy by helping to respond to electricity demands. BESS help to stabilise the grid by storing excess energy generated from renewable sources during periods of low demand...
Lithium-ion batteries - health and safety considerations
Lithium-ion batteries are the main type of rechargeable battery used and stored in commercial premises and residential buildings. The risks associated with these batteries can lead to a fire and/or an explosion with little or no warning.