Non-life

Santam names Hemant Gulati as country head for GIFT City India branch

May 15 2026

He moves to the South Africa-based (re)insurer after over 17 years at Unison Insurance Broking Services.

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Delta NZ hires Petr Dorofeev as technology and cyber product lead

May 15 2026

He moves from Suncorp New Zealand, where he most recently served as portfolio manager.

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South Korea to ban seizure and transfer of aviation insurance payouts from June

May 15 2026

The amendments also bar insurers from refusing mandatory cover for light aircraft and drone operators without valid grounds.

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Jio Financial, Allianz incorporate India general insurance joint venture

May 14 2026

The Indian JV partner will invest ₹49.5m (US$517,060) for a 50% stake in its general insurance joint venture with Allianz.

Samsung Fire & Marine's net income grows 4.3% on higher sales in Q1

May 14 2026

Following weaker bottom-line results in FY2025, the South Korean insurer posted net income growth of KRW635.2bn (US$426.1m) in the first quarter, supported by higher sales.

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Global Parametrics-developed insurance policy delivers US$100,000 payout to Nepal communities

May 14 2026

The payout marks Nepal’s first use of a parametric drought insurance policy, stakeholders said, with funds supporting food aid and farming tools in Bajura district.