Sergio Held – (Re)in Asia

Sergio Held

Sergio is a Colombian-German lawyer who graduated from Universidad de los Andes in Bogota. He also holds a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Hong Kong. With over a decade of experience researching Asian and Latin American topics, Sergio has contributed to a variety of international media outlets covering politics, the environment, economics, biotech, and med-tech regulations in Latin America, as well as legal trends in Asia. Sergio has an extensive experience in radio, TV, and digital news production. He has a passion for investigative journalism and has contributed to several high-profile investigations in Colombia. Sergio is committed to delivering reliable and accurate reporting, and his work has earned him a reputation as a trusted and respected journalist.

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Online customer journey benchmark: P&C insurers in HK and Singapore lag global peers

October 6 2023

A Sia Partners report examined the online user experience for 111 global motor and property insurers and found Asia lags other regions.

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As typhoon Koinu develops, 2023 already among costliest from typhoon damage in Asia

October 5 2023

2023 in eighth spot for economic damage, even as Typhoon Koinu made its way towards mainland China, having bypassed the Philippines.

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IUMI conference: digital bills of lading set to revolutionise marine insurance

September 28 2023

At the International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) conference in Edinburgh, experts discussed how digitilisation of trade documents will change the insurance industry.

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Asia-Pacific the epicenter of a global surge in embedded device insurance

September 6 2023

APAC is likely to see a massive surge in embedded device insurance, driven by a thriving market ecosystem, innovative protection plans, and emerging 6G technology.

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Surge in renewable energy capacity to fuel APAC insurance shift

August 30 2023

As solar and wind power capacity expand rapidly across Asia-Pacific, insurance companies grapple with new risks and opportunities

Higher marine premiums as Japan’s P&I Club tries to navigate rough seas

August 23 2023

Premiums rising for ocean-going and coastal vessels amid lagging economy, soaring resource prices, and weak yen.

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The likely return of El Niño to change the APAC climate – and insurance – landscape

August 10 2023

There is a 70% chance El Niño develops in 2023; its cooler average sea temperatures are expected to fuel severe weather, including droughts and wildfires.

Shielding Asia Pac's future: The rise of parametric insurance and its battle against nature's wrath

August 2 2023

Demand for parametric insurance is increasing, but challenges remain.

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Japanese Vessel with Indian seafarers engulfed in flames, salvage operations taking place

July 27 2023

The Fremantle Highway roll-on roll-off vehicle carrier experienced a devastating fire off the Dutch coast while transporting 2,857 vehicles, including electric vehicles - leading to the death of at least...

Ammonia: A green but propulsive challenge for the insurance industry

July 25 2023

The shipping industry is shifting to greener fuels, and new risks are emerging.

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