Year in review 2023: Consistency, innovation and resilience

2023 has been a year of continued focus on the experience we provide to our customers and broker partners. Together, we’ve delivered valuable development and training programs, innovative new products, and driven positive social and environmental impact through our QBE Foundation and Premiums4Good program.

Watch as our Chief Executive Officer of QBE Australia Pacific, Sue Houghton, and Managing Director of Business, QBE Australia Pacific, Elliot Hill, share some of our standout moments from the past 12 months.

2023 highlights: Risk and industry insights

Our catalogue of risk insights has continued to grow this year, as we maintained focus on our vision of being the most consistent and innovative risk partner. Rediscover some of our standout features:

  • Understanding reinsurance in Australia: Reinsurance is a crucial component of the insurance market and enables insurance companies to share and minimise exposure to risks. Read article.
  • How global events can affect reinsurance: Events occurring globally, such as catastrophic weather events, can significantly impact the reinsurance market both as a whole and at a local level. Read article.
  • How QBE Ventures is embracing the InsurTech evolution: QBE Ventures is our investment and development arm which focuses on InsurTech, investing in and developing start-up businesses that have the potential to deliver long-term benefits in the insurance industry. Read article.
  • How workplace vehicle safety training can save businesses thousands: QBE’s Workplace Vehicle Safety Program tailors training to the road incidents experienced by your business and can significantly reduce workplace vehicle accidents. Read article.
  • Public and product liability – tips for getting the right cover for your customers: Understanding prior, current and future risks is the key to getting the right coverage for your customers. Read article.
  • Insulated sandwich panels – managing fire risk in commercial properties: Insulated sandwich panels are used in commercial construction and can present a risk to buildings due to their poor performance in fires. It’s important to understand what underwriters look for when providing insurance cover for buildings containing this insulation material. Read article.
  • Reviewing sums insured – do your customers have adequate cover? Customer needs can change, so it’s important that your customers’ sum insureds are at the right level and in line with their risk profile. Read article.
  • El Niño, La Niña, ENSO, IOD – what does it all mean? What goes on in the Indian and Pacific oceans has a direct impact on the weather we experience here in Australia. By understanding what’s in store, you can take steps to help your customers safeguard their business. Read article.
  • What to do before, during and after a hailstorm: Hailstorms can cause significant damage and considerable insurance losses. Your customers may be able to reduce the impact on their business by taking preventative measures before a hailstorm strikes. Read article.
  • Protecting your business from bushfires: Bushfires can have a short and long-term impact on businesses. By planning ahead and mitigating risks, a business can maintain some control in the event that a bushfire strikes. Read article.

For more helpful articles, visit Q Risk Insights or Partner News.