New Zealand

Howden appoints Chris Hughes as CEO of broking in New Zealand

He will report to Matt Bacon, CEO of Howden Pacific.

CFC launches Connect portal for cyber insurance in New Zealand

The portal also lets brokers adjust limits and deductibles without underwriter input.

Most New Zealanders back risk-based pricing for climate-related insurance

60% agree insurers should raise premiums for properties facing higher risks.

Canopius announces new APAC leadership for Casualty, Financial Lines

Brodie English and Rob Barnum have been assigned as heads.

Pinnacle Life gains stable outlook on strong capital position

Operating performance is forecast to remain adequate.

Tower to maintain strong capital levels despite recent payouts

AM Best expects Tower’s adequate operating performance to continue.

New Zealand insurance market to hit $9.6b GWP by 2029

The market is forecast to expand by 10.3% this year.

How will New Zealand’s life insurance sector perform in 2025?

GlobalData expects the market to reach $3.8b in gross written premiums.

Canopius taps ex-QBE exec for ANZ leadership role

He will report to SK Lee, CEO for APAC and MENA.

Allianz Partners, Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance ink deal to expand in New Zealand

The partnership will be useful to MSI's expanding travel insurance offerings.

Fidelity Life Assurance’s outlook remains stable, boosted by capital

AM Best expects the company to maintain adequate operating performance.

New Zealand life insurance registers 2%-5% average growth

Claims accepted are at their highest level since 2020

Asteron Life to strengthen Resolution Life: Fitch Ratings

Asteron Life will form the second-largest life insurer in the country by premium.