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ZURVY reflects news from Zurich Insurance Group, a global multi-line insurer whose U.S. operations include commercial insurance, crop insurance, direct markets and risk management services. Company updates commonly cover Zurich North America, Zurich Resilience Solutions, risk engineering, construction safety, telematics, excess casualty capacity and insurance services for large companies and specialty markets.
Recurring developments also include cyber risk and resilience initiatives, completed acquisitions that expand Zurich Resilience Solutions, strategic investments in cyber insurance platforms, leadership changes within North American business units and brand or sponsorship activity tied to the insurer's market presence.
Zurich North America has released key findings from the Global Risks Report 2022, highlighting significant risks facing businesses in the U.S. and Canada over the next two years. Key concerns include potential asset bubble bursts, climate action failures, extreme weather events, debt crises, and employment crises. The report emphasizes that climate change poses the most severe long-term threat to global stability and economic health. More than 12,000 businesses participated in the survey, revealing the urgency for substantial action on climate risks.
Zurich Resilience Solutions (ZRS) in North America has launched a new Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) service in collaboration with Inclusion Score. This service is designed to help businesses assess and enhance their DEI practices according to the ISO 30415 standard. As one of the first insurers to offer such a service, ZRS aims to provide a multi-tiered approach that includes assessment, consulting, and training. The initiative responds to increasing business risks associated with inadequate DEI policies, with potential legal impacts and the necessity for organizations to demonstrate commitment to DEI.
Zurich American Insurance Company (ZAIC) announced its agreement to acquire Special Insurance Services, Inc. (SIS), a Texas-based program manager specializing in gap medical and occupational accident insurance. This acquisition, expected to finalize in early 2022, will enhance ZAIC's supplemental health insurance offerings, addressing the growing demand for affordable healthcare solutions amidst rising medical costs. SIS, which serves over 5,000 employers with an annual premium of approximately $55 million, brings valuable expertise in managing specialty insurance products.
Zurich North America's Rural Community Insurance Services (RCIS) has integrated with John Deere Operations Center via API Services, enhancing its precision agriculture offerings. This connection allows farmers to electronically link field data for improved crop insurance reporting. At no extra cost, farmers can manage and share planting and harvest data, reducing manual entry errors. The system also aids in the claims process by making production records more accessible. Zurich aims to innovate continuously in precision ag to meet evolving risk management needs.
Neeren Chauhan has been appointed as the Head of Strategy, Innovation & Business Development for Zurich North America, effective June 7, 2021. He will report to CEO Kristof Terryn. Chauhan brings over 20 years of leadership experience from roles at Allstate and McKinsey, focusing on digital strategy and innovation. His appointment aims to enhance Zurich North America's strategic priorities and customer innovations. Zurich is a leading insurance provider, serving over 90% of Fortune 500 companies with approximately 9,000 employees in North America.