ALLIANZ LAUNCHES ACADEMY SCHOLARSHIp PROGRAMME FOR BROKERS 

Allianz Commercial has announced the launch of a new scholarship programme which will actively support staff at chartered brokers in achieving their CII Diploma in Insurance through the Allianz Partners Academy.

WINTER FREEZE HINTS AND TIPS

Considering the severity of recent British winter weather, now is the time to start thinking of ways we can protect ourselves and our vehicles, and take all necessary measures to stay safe when the weather takes a turn for the worse.

ALLIANZ improves MOTOR TRADE PROPOSITION

Allianz Commercial announces changes to its products and services in line with customer feedback.

ALLIANZ UK DELIVERS AN IMPRESSIVE SET OF FINANCIAL RESULTS 

Allianz UK continues to deliver an impressive financial performance in what can only be described as challenging market conditions.

ALLIANZ COMMERCIAL REALIGNS EXECUTIVE ROLES

Allianz Commercial reshapes executive responsibilities to meet challenges of the market and reflect the 'outstanding talent' within the business.

ALLIANZ improves fleet products for profitable growth

Following independent research with brokers and customers, Allianz has introduced new and improved motor fleet products to clearly separate Small Fleet cover for clients with between five and 15 vehicles, and Motor Fleet cover for mid to large businesses.

ALLIANZ NAMED GREENEST BRAND IN FINANCIAL SERVICES SECTOR

Allianz has been named the highest-ranking financial services company in the latest Best Global Green Brands.

ALLIANZ HIGHLIGHTS THE ISSUE OF WORK-RELATED STRESS

With new figures today revealing that millions of young British workers feel pressurised at work, Allianz is highlighting the proactive steps which can be taken by the insurance industry to tackle work-related stress.

ALLIANZ FINDS NEW 'ROOTS' TO MARKET WITH SPECIALISED PACKAGE

Allianz Commercial is pleased to announce it has secured a multi-year partnership with Farleys Insurance Brokers to provide specialised SME packages to one of the broker’s key client sectors – dental and general practitioners.

ALLIANZ LAUNCHES ATHLETE TEAM TO SPEARHEAD DRIVE FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE

Allianz Insurance will announce the launch of a sport-related employee and broker engagement programme at this year's BIBA Conference.

2010 - ANOTHER YEAR OF SUCCESS AND ACHIEVEMENT FOR ALLIANZ INSURANCE

Financial results for 2010

ALLIANZ COMMERCIAL CELEBRATES NEW CHARTERED STATUs

Allianz Commercial is pleased to announce that it has become a Chartered Insurer, a prestigious title awarded by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) to organisations for their commitment to ethical conduct and professionalism.

ALLIANZ increases sme e-trading book by 40 per cent  

Allianz Commercial’s SME e-trading business has grown by 40% since the launch of its online trading platform, QuoteSME, one year ago.

50 per cent of brokers are unaware of insurance enforcement

Allianz Commercial has found that almost 50% of brokers have no knowledge of the new Continuous Insurance Enforcement (CIE) regulations, which are due to come into force early in 2011.

Allianz targets more mid-corporate success

Allianz Commercial is celebrating the success of its cross-border insurance solution, which launched in December 2009.

ALLIANZ GROWTH CONTINUES IN 2010 

Allianz financial highlights in 2010.

ALLIANZ TARGETS NORTH-EAST WITH NEWCASTLE BRANCH OPENING
     
Allianz Commercial is set to expand its regional branch network with the opening of a new office in Newcastle.

Allianz commercial promotes young talent   

Oliver Davies has become the new executive assistant to Allianz Commercial’s general manager, Chris Hanks.

Increase in Insurance Premium Tax & Value Added Tax 

With effect from 4th January 2011, there will be an increase in the standard and higher rate of Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) and the standard rate of Value Added Tax (VAT).

INTRODUCTION OF THE EMPLOYERS LIABILITY TRACING OFFICE (ELTO)
     
In early 2011 it is expected that the FSA will introduce compulsory regulations for all EL insurers in the UK to publish EL data by either becoming a member of a tracing office or by publishing their data on their own website.

PROPOSED CHANGES TO MOTOR INSURANCE LAW   

The Continuous Insurance Enforcement (CIE) regulations are due to be laid before Parliament in October 2010, introducing an offence to be the registered keeper of a vehicle which may not covered by insurance following a check against the MID, even if the vehicle is not driven on the road.

ALLIANZ REPORTS QUOTESME SUCCESS 

Following the launch of its integrated online SME trading platform, QuoteSME, late last year, Allianz Commercial is hailing the system’s success.

ALLIANZ CROWNED INSURER OF THE YEAR
     
Allianz Insurance has been named General Insurer of the Year at the prestigious British Insurance Awards.

ALLIANZ COMMERCIAL REFRESHES FLAGSHIP PRODUCT

Following a thorough review process, Allianz Commercial has announced a revamp of its flagship Commercial Select product.

ALLIANZ COMMERCIAL EMBRACES POWERPLACE MODEL 

Allianz Commercial is pleased to announce that it has joined the PowerPlace panel.

ALLIANZ aids industry standards with broker club programme
     
Allianz Commercial is pleased to announce the return of its successful broker 'Breakfast Club' programme for 2010.

Ministry of Justice reforms

The Ministry of Justice is introducing a fast track process for road traffic personal injury claims, valued between £1,000 to £10,000 arising from accidents occurring on or after 30 April 2010 in England and Wales.

ALLIANZ COMMERCIAL OFFERS LEGAL DISPUTES SERVICE TO SME CUSTOMERS 

Allianz Commercial is offering a complementary legal disputes service to all of its SME policyholders.

ALLIANZ UK DELIVERS GROWTH IN PROFITS AND PREMIUMS IN 2009
     
The Group begins 2010 in a strong business and financial position.

ALLIANZ COMMERCIAL ADDS FREE LEGAL SERVICE   

Allianz Commercial has enhanced the level of service and legal cover in its popular Commercial Select product.

ALLIANZ LAUNCHES NEW INTEGRATED SME TRADING PLATFORM 

Following extensive broker feedback and a successful pilot, Allianz Commercial has launched QuoteSME, a new online integrated trading platform for its small business products.

ALLIANZ BACKS ASBESTOS CAMPAIGN
     
Allianz Engineering is reminding brokers of the need to inform clients of their duty to manage risks related in dealing with the hazardous substance.

ALLIANZ SERVICE UPDATE    

Despite Royal Mail’s contingency plans to minimise any mail backlogs during the postal strikes, you may still experience a minor delay in receiving postal correspondence from us.

Amendments to Allianz email addresses  

As of 30th October 2009, all contact email addresses listed as cornhill.co.uk or allianzcornhill.co.uk will be retired.

ALLIANZ COMMERCIAL BOOSTS KEY BROKER TEAM
     
Allianz Commercial is pleased to announce the appointment of Kingsley Oji to the role of strategic account manager.

ALLIANZ ENGINEERING APPOINTS NEW REGIONAL MANAGER   

Allianz Engineering has promoted Ben Chunsi to the role of regional technical operations manager for the Company’s Midlands territory.

ALLIANZ INSURANCE CREDIT RATING REAFFIRMED 

Standard & Poor's has reaffirmed the AA- stable outlook rating of Allianz Insurance.

ALLIANZ CREATES SPECIALIST MOTOR TRADE CLAIMS TEAM
     
Following a successful pilot phase, Allianz Insurance has centralised its commercial motor trade claims operation and created a bespoke team to handle all claims.