Category: Industry Insights
Mental Health in Business – From Legalities to Driving Productivity
With a rising emphasis on Mental Health in the workplace, we thought it was time to look at what employee rights are, what responsibilities businesses have and who benefits. There has been a huge movement in the last few years for businesses to focus on wellness and fostering high performing workforces, and this coincides with the […]
AHI joins Tokio Marine Group
Tokio Marine Management (Australasia) Pty Ltd (TMMA) today announced it has acquired Accident and Health International Underwriting Pty Ltd (AHI), Australia’s award-winning specialist accident, medical and travel underwriting agency. The acquisition of AHI reflects the Tokio Marine Group’s efforts to further expand its operations in the Oceania region, and this business will align with TMMA’s […]
AHI People Risk Management Cheat Sheet + Checklist
Whether your customers are sole traders, a builder with a team of labourers, or the CEO of a multinational corporation, there is one common factor that will keep you up at night – risk. Businesses both small and large dedicate significant resources, time and budget to dealing with their risks. Why? Because how your customers […]
Insurance Business Gold Medal
Insurance Business recently announced AHI has received the gold medal for Underwriting Agency of the Year in the Accident and Health category, for the fourth consecutive year, as voted by Brokers. Many of our Broker partners have worked with us throughout our 20 year history, and we're continually welcoming new Brokers to the AHI family – we […]
Changing industry landscape
The accident and health industry landscape is changing, from political and regulatory changes, financial crises and catastrophe losses, to increased competition, technological innovation and changing customer expectations. As one of the few dedicated accident and health underwriting agencies in Australia, AHI has the experience and longevity to have seen the industry through many cycles. AHI […]
The ultimate traveller’s checklist
The ultimate traveller’s checklist Travel is a big part of life for many businesses, but it doesn’t always go to plan. Fortunately, with AHI travel insurance you can take steps to protect your most valuable asset – you and your people – while travelling overseas. Before you or your employees head off on an overseas trip, […]
Which insurers are known for paying claims?
Insurance Business spoke to Accident and Health International’s Renato Foenander to find out how AHI is making a difference to clients at claim time. In times of crisis, people are looking for immediate assistance, not reams of paperwork or additional red tape. Yet the public perception is that insurers rarely pay a claim or that […]
AHI removes mental health exclusions
According to the Australian Government’s Department of Health, each year, approximately one in every five Australians will experience a mental illness. Mental illnesses are the third leading cause of disability burden in Australia, accounting for an estimated 27% of the total years lost due to disability. AHI has responded to changing community expectations by removing […]
Tips for long distance travellers
Make long plane journeys more pleasant with a few simple tips: Exercise your muscles and joints Do frequent leg exercises, move around the cabin, stretch and take deep breaths regularly while seated. Get hydrated and eat light The air in a plane cabin is extremely dry. Drink plenty of non-alcoholic beverages to prevent dehydration. Also […]
Helpful links for travellers
Where to go for further travel advice For more information about your destination and to check current travel warnings, visit: Smartraveller For comprehensive information on your chosen destination and details of the latest government travel warnings and precautions. SmartTraveller is a travel advice service offered by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The World […]