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Markets/Coverages: Munich Re’s HSB Launches Cyber Insurance for Autos

With millions of connected vehicles on U.S. roads, personal cars and trucks will likely be the next big target for hackers and cyber thieves, according to specialty insurer HSB, which has launched a new cyber insurance product to help consumers …

HSB (UK and Ireland) Creates Commercial Division to Streamline Service

HSB (UK and Ireland) announced the formation of a new Commercial Division, creating closer alignment between its business development, underwriting and claims teams. The division, headed by Terry Dyson, who has been appointed Commercial Director, will focus on delivering a …

People Moves: Lockton Hires WTW’s Danyluk as Head Int’l Property, Wholesale; HSB Promotes Prentice in Cyber; Apollo’s Ker Becomes Castel’s Head of Performance

Lockton Names WTW’s Danyluk as Head Int’l Property in Wholesale P/C Lockton, the world’s largest privately owned independent insurance broker, has appointed Andrzej Danyluk as head of International Property within the Wholesale Property & Casualty (P/C) division. In his new …

Consumers Worry Connected Cars Are Vulnerable to Cyber Attacks

Consumers are increasingly worried about cyber attack vulnerabilities with connected and automated vehicles. According to a new Munich Re/HSB survey of more than 1,500 U.S. adults, 37% of consumers said they were either somewhat or very concerned about both cyber …

HSB Launches Workplace Violence Insurance for Small Businesses

HSB, part of Munich Re, has created a new workplace violence insurance coverage for small to mid-size businesses, providing counseling, crisis communications, lost business income and security services to help companies and their employees respond and recover after a violent …

HSB Canada Launches ‘Sensor Systems by HSB’ to Help Cut Commercial Water Claims

HSB Canada, part of Munich Re, has introduced “Sensor Systems by HSB,” a turnkey solution to help insureds reduce common property claims. The program monitors, predicts and alerts customers to risk events associated with water leaks, pipe freezing and critical …

HSB Offers Consultancy Services in UK, Ireland to Help Firms Improve Life of Equipment

HSB is expanding its engineering services to deliver consultancy services that enable businesses to improve efficiency and meet their compliance obligations. Using the technical knowledge and expertise of its engineers, HSB’s new range of consultancy services will provide businesses with …

HSB Launches Online Broker E-Trading Platform in Ireland

Specialist engineering and technology insurer HSB, part of Munich Re, has expanded its e-trade offering by launching HSB Fast Track, its broker online trading platform, in Ireland. The HSB Fast Track e-trade platform is offering brokers in Ireland a full …

HSB Engineering Insurance Launches Cyber Insurance Cover for UK SMEs

HSB Engineering Insurance has launched a new cyber insurance product aimed directly at small to medium-sized businesses in the U.K. In response to the growing demand for insurance solutions to cover cyber risks, HSB’s Cyber Insurance product provides computer, data …

HSB Engineering Insurance Appoints Wright as Chief Operating Officer

Specialist engineering and construction insurer HSB Engineering Insurance (HSB), part of Munich Re, has appointed Andy Wright as chief operating officer. Wright will be leading HSB’s operational strategy with primary focus on the delivery of exceptional customer service, IT business …