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In a significant step towards sustainability, F&P, the Danish trade association for insurance companies and pension funds, has expanded its strategic partnership with Solera Holdings, LLC. In a recent social media post, Jing Liao, Solera’s Chairwoman of Executive Sustainability Committee and CAO said of the move: “One bold step at a time, every step matters—every individual, every company, every nation—do not stop or wait for others to take action. Instead, please step up and lead, drive the change necessary to create a better world for future generations. We will shape the legacy we leave behind.” Peder Herbo, director of Autotaks at F&P stated: “Solera’s solution is accredited, so not only does it provide the wealth of data offered, but we know its data has been verified as trusted to provide the accuracy we need." Franck Carpentier, Solera’s International Channel Sales & Operations Director, added: “We’re proud to extend our partnership with F&P, a market leader that shares our commitment to shaping a more sustainable automotive industry." Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gDxiE3Y6 Solera's Arnaud AGOSTINI, Managing Director, International, will be taking to the stage at Insurtech Insights Asia 2024 in Hong Kong, on December 4th and 5th, to discuss "Impact from Digital: “Rewiring” to Achieve Real Dividend from Digital and Analytics" . Other leaders from Solera will also be hosting sessions and panels - with details to be confirmed. #insurtechinsights #insurance #solera #partnerships #denmark

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲? With rising climate risks, insurers are uniquely positioned to drive positive change. But how can we align financial products with green initiatives and navigate regulatory shifts? Join our 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟳𝘁𝗵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 to learn actionable strategies This session will provide insights on how sustainability is reshaping the insurance industry and offer practical solutions for professionals looking to make an impact. Register now to stay ahead of the curve!

AXA Belgium in the spotlight during the last “Investor Roundtable”!   Together with Etienne Bouas-Laurent, we had the opportunity to exchange with a group of 40 investors and analysts on the Belgian insurance market, AXA Belgium’s competitive positioning, and how we deploy the Group “Unlock the Future” strategy locally.   If there were only 3 things to remember: ◾ The Belgian insurance market is attractive (profitable and with clear growth drivers) ; ◾ AXA Belgium has a leading position and is well geared to grow top and bottom-line, after a successful transformation (combining capital efficient model in Life and technical excellence in P&C) ; ◾ Being part of a larger Group will help us scale fast on new technologies in the coming years, in particular on Data & AI.   I would like to thank investors and analysts for their interest into AXA Belgium. And of course our customers, distribution partners, and employees for driving value on a daily basis.   More information and related documents can be found at the following link: https://lnkd.in/dsbUD7S8   Etienne Bouas-Laurent, Alban de Mailly Nesle, Christophe Knaub, Anu Venkataraman, Mikael Malaganne, Abhishek Sharma, Kristof Verbeke, Ken Vanpee, Thomas Mathieu

🗝 Unlocking sustainability as a strategic opportunity 🗝 Next week, James Kench, CFA, Kita's Head of Insurance, will be taking part in 'Accelerate Sustainability', presented by Better Insurance Network. The event seeks to explore the ways in which innovation in the insurance sector can support sustainability. James will be providing an overview of the carbon markets and highlighting the ways in which insurance can protect carbon credit transactions in order to catalyse investment. The event is sold out but there will be the opportunity for members of the network to access the recordings after the event. More details here: https://lnkd.in/eQi63vAZ #carboninsurance #carbonmarkets Antony Ireland

What’s something you’ve heard or read this week that has particularly resonated with you? Here’s mine. 👇 “The companies that have really done well have first built the capabilities to grow. Then, when they thought about the places to grow, it was much easier to succeed because they were differentiated. They had the underlying wherewithal to innovate, to drive customer success, to drive insights that are going to yield the type of growth that we need.” These wise words come from Paul Leinwand in an interview for Insurance Thought Leadership. It particularly resonates with me because it underscores the critical importance of building foundational capabilities before pursuing growth opportunities. In the context of reinsurance, digitisation isn't just about adopting new technologies or streamlining operations - it's about laying the groundwork for sustainable, long-term growth. This means investing in the right digital tools, data analytics and automation processes that enable the organisation to innovate and respond to market changes. Thus, the company doesn't just react to opportunities as they arise; it proactively creates them by being better equipped to assess risks more accurately and deliver superior service. I highly respect Paul’s emphasis on the necessity of a well-planned digitisation strategy that does more than just implement technology. It must also build the capabilities that make growth both achievable and sustainable and move a company away from survival mode. #GrowthStrategy #BusinessSuccess #Innovation #Reinsurance

What’s the secret behind the insurance industry’s success in uncertain times? (We know, and we’re ready to share it with you!) Join us on 14th November for a free webinar with Karolien Gielen, Managing Director of Business Development at Ageas, as she reveals how Ageas Group is thriving in a challenging global landscape. Here’s what’s on the agenda: 🔍 Global Impact: Discover how Ageas navigates global shifts with effective local strategies. 💡 Innovative Strategies: Get insider knowledge on Ageas’ evolving approach straight from Karolien herself. 🤝 Think Beyond: Learn about Ageas’ exciting partnership with Trendtracker and what it means for the future of insurance. Ready to be part of the conversation that’s shaping the industry’s future? We are. 👉 Claim your spot now Let’s uncover what’s next, together. https://lnkd.in/eUjTHgbt #FutureOfInsurance #Innovation #Ageas #GlobalChange #ThinkBeyond #Trendtracker #IndustryInsights

Interested in how top insurers budget for innovation amidst financial constraints? Watch Kanopi's latest virtual roundtable, "The Innovation Balancing Act," for groundbreaking strategies from leading insurers. 🚀👉 https://bit.ly/3X2ABtS Shaneen Marshall, Sustainability lead and Chief of Technology & Strategy at Zurich, dives deep into how Zurich is adopting agile tech investments: 💡 "Long-term investment strategies are evolving. We focus on impactful short-term investments aligned with our long-term goals." 💡 She details Zurich's innovative quarterly planning process that brings together 180 leaders to ensure every initiative delivers immediate business value and advances broader strategic objectives. Ex-Group Chief Information & Transformation Officer at Hollard Insurance, Jamie Smith adds to the conversation by stressing the importance of aligning tactical actions with strategic visions, ensuring every decision supports the insurer's north star.🌟 🎥 Don’t miss out on discovering how leading insurers are strategically navigating budget constraints to foster innovation. This discussion offers fresh perspectives and actionable insights that can help reshape your approach to innovation investment. Watch the roundtable 👉 https://bit.ly/3X2ABtS #InsuranceLeadership #ZurichInsurance #StrategicInnovation #KanopiWebinar #InsuranceInnovation

James Kench, CFA of Kita was my guest in Episode 263 of The Sustainable Finance Podcast (SFP). We discussed how insuring carbon can lower the cost of capital. Use the YouTube link below for the full episode: SFP Episode 263 YouTube link: https://lnkd.in/daT749wk #carboninsurance #investmentopportunity #transferofcontracts

Interested in how top insurers budget for innovation amidst financial constraints? Watch Kanopi's latest virtual roundtable, "The Innovation Balancing Act," for groundbreaking strategies from leading insurers. 🚀👉 https://bit.ly/3X2ABtS Shaneen Marshall, Sustainability lead and Chief of Technology & Strategy at Zurich Insurance, dives deep into how Zurich is adopting agile tech investments: 💡 "Long-term investment strategies are evolving. We focus on impactful short-term investments aligned with our long-term goals." 💡 She details Zurich's innovative quarterly planning process that brings together 180 leaders to ensure every initiative delivers immediate business value and advances broader strategic objectives. Ex-Group Chief Information & Transformation Officer at Hollard Insurance, Jamie Smith adds to the conversation by stressing the importance of aligning tactical actions with strategic visions, ensuring every decision supports the insurer's north star.🌟 🎥 Don’t miss out on discovering how leading insurers are strategically navigating budget constraints to foster innovation. This discussion offers fresh perspectives and actionable insights that can help reshape your approach to innovation investment. Watch the roundtable 👉 https://bit.ly/3X2ABtS #InsuranceLeadership #ZurichInsurance #StrategicInnovation #KanopiWebinar #InsuranceInnovation

Wrapping up a year of impactful discussions, the Sustainability Working Group gathered at HITS - House of Insurtech Switzerland. Thanks to Mathias Vazquez Rodriguez for the welcome and introduction to the Generali #insurtech #innovation hub. We were also welcomed by Rebecca Arranz, #Sustainability Expert at Generali Switzerland with an overview of the four pillars of their active sustainability strategy: Responsible Insurer, Responsible Investor, Responsible Employer, Responsible Citizen. Thanks to Samuel Lloyd Brown from CelsiusPro for giving us insights of how they are using #parametric insurance products to protect their clients and partners from the adverse impact of #climatechange while closing the protection gap from #natcat risks by creating #climaterisk awareness. Finally we learned about #carboncredits from Fabian Qazimi with the main conclusion that the #insurance industry can step up and create the #riskmanagement tools that the #carbonmarkets need to grow exponentially and meet this global #climate challenge. We are looking forward to helping make #insurance more #sustainable in 2025. Join the challenge. #sustainableinsurance #SwissActuaries #SAV