Allianz moves to help brokers with cross-border construction risks
More UK-headquartered businesses are taking on construction projects across borders, according to Allianz Commercial as it refreshes its proposition for brokers and clients.
Targeting UK-based contractors looking for annual policies or insurance for one-off projects, the provider has updated its construction capability across the European Economic Area.
The insurer confirmed it can cover contract works, contractor’s plant and contractors’ liability.
RelatedAllianz Commercial brings in Talbot’s Woolley as president of global specialty and UK regionAllianz Commercial has appointed Emma Woolley as president of global specialty and the UK region in a newly created role.
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