Aviva

(IN BRIEF) Aviva plc has announced its anticipation of an additional £80 million in proceeds from the sale of its stake in Singapore Life Holdings Pte Ltd (Singlife) to Sumitomo Life Insurance Company, as Sumitomo Life agreed to acquire TPG’s … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Aviva is warning the public to exercise caution during Bonfire Night celebrations after a significant increase in claims for fire-related damage in November. The insurer’s data shows a 300%i rise in claims compared to October of last year. … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Aviva and WWF have launched a pioneering research project aimed at harnessing the potential of UK saltmarsh habitats to combat climate change by capturing carbon emissions. A carbon flux tower will be installed in the Ribble Estuary, Lancashire, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Aviva and mixed-use developer Socius have been selected as the preferred bidders for the advancement of the London Cancer Hub (LCH), a world-leading district dedicated to cancer research and treatment in Sutton, London. The partnership will collaborate with … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Aviva Ireland’s Head of Property, Suzie Nolan, and Chief People Officer, Danny Harmer, have been recognized on this year’s HERoes Role Model Lists. Suzie is a Future Leader and a diversity advocate, while Danny has made the Women … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Aviva has agreed to sell its 25.9% stake in Singapore Life Holdings, along with two debt instruments, to Sumitomo Life Insurance for a total of £0.8 billion in cash. Sumitomo Life, already a 23.2% shareholder in Singlife, views … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Aviva has introduced the Sustainable Business Coach, a digital tool aimed at assisting brokers in understanding their businesses’ environmental and societal impact. Developed in collaboration with non-profit organization Future-Fit and digital coaching firm Life Moments, the tool guides … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Aviva has collaborated with ITV to introduce a series of interactive ‘virtual puzzle’ advertisements aimed at illustrating how the insurance, wealth, and retirement company is addressing the financial challenges faced by individuals in the UK. The co-branded ads, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Jason, the current CEO of Aviva Canada, will be taking on a new role within the company. He has led Aviva Canada for four years, overseeing substantial growth and becoming a prominent player in the Canadian insurance market. … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone’s 5G technology is being harnessed to enhance the fan experience and improve the performance of the Irish Rugby team. The 5G Stadium App, developed by Immersiv and using Vodafone’s 5G network, offers augmented reality, live performance tracking, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Aviva plc has announced its interim results for 2023, showcasing strong growth momentum across the group. The company achieved an 8% increase in group operating profit, with Solvency II own funds generation up by 26%. The results indicate … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Aviva, one of the largest insurers in the UK, is expanding its underwriting appetite to include engineered timber in commercial developments as part of its sustainability commitments. The company aims to support the construction and real estate sectors … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) According to research by Aviva, financial advisers in the UK are largely prepared to evidence their work on Consumer Duty outcomes, with over 90% indicating that they have either completed or are currently working on providing evidence for … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Aviva, the leading home insurer in the UK, has entered into an agreement with Barclays UK to acquire its home insurance portfolio, which consists of 350,000 customers. The acquisition will support Aviva’s growth in the retail insurance business … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Aviva has successfully obtained a £120 million full scheme buy-in for the NTL 1999 Pension Scheme. This agreement allows Aviva to assume the defined benefit liabilities of approximately 650 members, mitigating the investment and longevity risks associated with … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Aviva, a leading insurance company, is supporting the next generation of tech talents through a new Technology Work Placement program for year 10 and year 11 students. The week-long placement, held at Aviva’s Bristol, Norwich, and York sites, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) James Hillman has been appointed as the Chief Risk Officer of Aviva plc, a global insurance company. Currently serving as the CFO of Scottish Widows and Finance Director of Lloyds Banking Group’s Insurance, Pensions, and Investments Division, Hillman … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The York Festival of Ideas has announced its programme for 2023, under the theme of “Rediscover, Reimagine, Rebuild”. More than 150 events will be held from 2 to 15 June, featuring in-person and online events with a line-up … Read the full press release →

(ACTUALITÉ EN BREF) Aviva Capital Partners (ACP) investit 20 millions de livres sterling dans TopHat, une entreprise qui fabrique des maisons modulaires à faible émission de carbone en utilisant des méthodes de construction modernes (MMC). Le financement par actions soutiendra … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Aviva Capital Partners (ACP) is investing £20 million into TopHat, a business that manufactures low carbon modular homes using Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). The equity funding will support TopHat’s new factory in Corby, capable of manufacturing 4,000 … Read the full press release →