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Europ Assistance Australia Begins Underwriting Its Own Travel Insurance Policies Europ Assistance Australia Begins Underwriting Its Own Travel Insurance Policies
23 May 2026: Paige Estritori

In a significant development for the Australian travel insurance sector, Europ Assistance Australia (EAA) has been granted a general insurance licence by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA). This authorisation enables EAA to underwrite its own travel insurance products, marking a pivotal step in its commitment to the Australian market. - read more
Cover-More and Aon Forge Strategic Partnership to Enhance Travel Insurance Offerings Cover-More and Aon Forge Strategic Partnership to Enhance Travel Insurance Offerings
23 May 2026: Paige Estritori

In a strategic move to bolster travel insurance services in Australia, Cover-More, a subsidiary of Zurich's Cover-More Group, has entered into a partnership with global professional services firm Aon. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive travel insurance solutions to Aon's retail clients and employees across Australia. - read more
ATIA Intensifies Efforts to Secure Permanent Travel Insurance Sales Rights for Agents ATIA Intensifies Efforts to Secure Permanent Travel Insurance Sales Rights for Agents
23 May 2026: Paige Estritori

The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) is actively campaigning to secure the permanent right for travel agents, tour operators, and accredited travel businesses to sell travel insurance at the time of booking. This initiative follows an exemption granted in 2021, which is set to expire in October 2026. - read more
Go Insurance Launches New Cover Amid Global Travel Risks Go Insurance Launches New Cover Amid Global Travel Risks
15 May 2026: Paige Estritori

In a significant development for Australian travellers, Go Insurance has announced the launch of its War & Armed Conflict Disruption Cover Extension. This new offering aims to provide enhanced protection for travellers navigating the complexities of global risks. The announcement was made in conjunction with Go Insurance's sponsorship of the Australian Travel Industry Association's (ATIA) Beyond Borders on the Road (BBOTR) event, scheduled to take place in Brisbane on 20 May 2026. - read more
1Cover and Adyen Collaborate to Modernise Payment Infrastructure 1Cover and Adyen Collaborate to Modernise Payment Infrastructure
15 May 2026: Paige Estritori

In a strategic move to enhance operational efficiency, Australian travel insurer 1Cover has partnered with global fintech company Adyen to modernise its payment infrastructure across Australia and New Zealand. This collaboration aims to consolidate multiple payment systems into a single platform, thereby improving efficiency and customer experience. - read more
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