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Portugal launches Covid-19 travel insurance for international tourists

Portugal’s national tourism authority Turismo de Portugal has launched a travel insurance scheme for foreign tourists that covers Covid-19 related claims

Two cruises suspended after reporting Covid-19 cases

The troubling news comes just weeks after cruise voyages had restarted

Andorra is reopening for tourists as WHO calls for gradual easing of restrictions

The micro-nation of Andorra has officially reopened borders for international tourism, allowing all nations to visit, as the World Health Organization (WHO) calls for the gradual easing of travel restrictions

Survey highlights a need for more flexible travel policies for European consumers

A new study conducted by YouGov highlights that European holidaymakers would rather cancel their holiday than have to wear a mask outdoors

Industry publishes Covid-19-related reinsurance losses

A number of companies have published their latest financial earnings, and while losses are high, it’s not all bad

WHO issues advice as international travel continues to ease

With US$320 billion in lost tourism revenues as of the end of May, many countries are eager to restart tourism, but WHO insists that public health be made a priority

BC Ferries to implement priority loading for medical-related travel

The British Columbia (BC), Canada, government has enacted an emergency order to make sure ferries in BC can provide priority medical loading

WTTC publishes new guidelines for travel insurance sector

The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has published new guidelines for the travel insurance industry to ensure it is ‘fit for purpose’ and ready to meet the challenges posed…

The impact of the e-transport boom on the travel insurance sphere

Boomers and millennials visiting popular city break destinations have taken to e-bikes and e-scooters in a big way. Rules and regulations worldwide are chaotic, though, and injuries and fatalities are…

Disrupting the insurance landscape through artificial intelligence and deep learning

Artificial intelligence and so-called ‘deep learning’ are viewed by many as key game-changers for the next generation of insurers, who are keen to personalise their products and react instantly to…

A technological perspective on the Covid-19 outbreak

Software solutions provider NIS details the importance of scalability and digitisation when it comes to insurance businesses adapting to meet the changing market

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NEW! International Hospitals & Healthcare Review | August 2020

Cost containment in the time of coronavirus

Hospitals & Healthcare spoke to payers and providers about how Covid-19 has impacted their operations, and what they are doing to help mitigate the economic impact of the pandemic

Interview: The International Hospital Federation

Eric de Roodenbeke, CEO of the International Hospital Federation (IHF), spoke to Hospitals & Healthcare about the impact of Covid-19 on global healthcare, the potential impacts of the crisis as…

The benefits of remote patient monitoring technologies

Hospitals & Healthcare investigates remote patient monitoring (RPM) technologies, how these are influencing the development of healthcare so that it is increasingly centred around the patient experience, and how payers…

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NEW! Assistance & Repatriation Review | August 2020

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Travel Risk Management: an evolving landscape

As global lockdown eases and business travel channels open up once more, companies around the world are seeking expert advice on how best to look after their mobile workforces in…

Digital lifelines for business travellers and expatriates

From telehealth platforms to traveller safety apps, Robyn Bainbridge takes a look at the wealth of digital solutions available to expats and business travellers, and asked, what can insurers do…

Funeral repatriations in the time of Covid-19

Covid-19 has affected all of us in one way or another, but the impact on the international funeral repatriation sector has been unique in terms of new challenges that have…

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Company Profile: Global Assistance Partners

Gna Chung, CEO of Global Assistance Partners, on providing medical assistance in South Korea

Company Profile: AP Companies

AP Companies on how they are adapting to the challenges presented by Covid-19

Trawick International partners with TravelInsurance.com

US-based travel medical insurance company Trawick International has partnered with travel insurance aggregator TravelInsurance.com

Latest insurtech news roundup

There are plenty of digital insurance acquisitions and expansions happening across the globe

US agent begins offering cover for Covid-19

Silicon Valley-based insurtech provider VisitorsCoverage has expanded its offering of travel insurance plans that include coverage for Covid-19

AXA XL appoints Sean McGovern

Sean McGovern will, pending regulatory approval, take on the role of CEO for the UK and Lloyd’s market