2019 was a historic year for Allianz with the completion of the purchase of the general insurance businesses of LV= and Legal and General. This positions Allianz Holdings as the second largest general insurer in the UK by premium with approximately 12 million customers and 8,800 employees.
Allianz Legal Protection (ALP) has announced an exciting new partnership with insurance distribution and claims services provider, Coplus. As part of the arrangement, ALP will be the underwriter for a range of motor, family, landlord and commercial legal expenses products lines.
Allianz has taken the difficult decision to end its sponsorship of Saracens Rugby Club and stadium at the end of this season. Allianz intends to continue to be involved in the great work that the Saracens Sports Foundation does in their local community and wishes Saracens well in the future.
Allianz Insurance is celebrating another record year for fraud success in 2019, with a total saving of £65.2m. This represents a £450,000 increase over the previous year and is 8% above target.
Allianz Holdings has appointed Margo Young as chief compliance officer. She replaces Ann Alexander who recently retired from the business.
Allianz Insurance has announced two new appointments to its Claims supply and experts team.
Allianz Insurance has announced three new management appointments across its motor trade business. Simon Barker takes on the role of regional motor trade underwriting manager, North & Scotland. Helen Unitt and Spencer Berry both take to the role of regional motor trade manager, South.
Allianz completes purchase of LV General Insurance Group and the General Insurance division of Legal & General
Allianz Insurance has announced two newly created roles within its SME business as part of an ongoing process to strengthen the team.
As 2019 draws to a close, Allianz Insurance has revealed some of the most unusual claims it has received so far this year.
Allianz Insurance has appointed David Richards to the role of Director of IT. Reporting to Chief Operating Officer Stephanie Smith, David will be responsible for the delivery of all IT services.
Allianz Insurance and on-demand insurtech Dinghy have announced a partnership to provide business insurance into the fast-growing freelancer market.