Insurance

Tokio Marine leads initiative to boost Japan’s offshore wind

Japan aims to reach 30GW to 45GW of offshore wind capacity by 2040.

Marsh McLennan to rebrand as Marsh in 2026 with new tech unit

The firm’s four main businesses will adopt the Marsh brand beginning in 2027. 

QBE Re appoints Cindy Foo as head of Asia treaty unit in Singapore

Foo has more than 20 years of experience in the reinsurance industry.

Commercial pension insurance market to hit $1.28t by 2029

Growth is driven by expanding gig and self-employed workforce.

IRDAI issues new 2025 framework to tighten fraud monitoring rules

Insurers must implement a board-approved Anti-Fraud Policy.

Insurers plan for leaner 2026 as pricing momentum eases

The property and casualty segment is expected to see a moderation in growth.

Insurers strengthen cyber governance as oversight shifts to CEOs

About 40% said CEO compensation is now tied to cybersecurity performance.

Markel names Tom Hillier as CUO for international operations

Roles of Wholesale and National Markets managing directors will be removed.

Why Australians rate EVs as pricier to insure despite similar costs

Youi’s data shows that EV insurance costs can be comparable to petrol vehicles.

Jefferies expects Prudential to extend growth in second half

At mid-2025, Prudential’s annual premium equivalent (APE) grew 13%.

Moody’s expects steadier ZhongAn profits as tech losses narrow

Losses in its non-insurance businesses narrowed to $5.34m.

Insurers set tougher terms as ransomware containment improves 33%

Adoption in Asia-Pacific is slightly higher at 38%, with China leading at around 50%.