SYDNEY, August 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Allianz Australia is pleased to announce that it has been named the 2013 Winner of the Large General Insurance Company of the Year at the 2013 Australian Insurance Industry Awards.
The awards, hosted by the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) and Asia Insurance Review, recognised Allianz's commitment to delivering the highest standards of excellence, professionalism and performance.
The award was presented to Allianz for its dedication to constant improvement and innovation and its commitment to providing its customers with the best possible service, particularly, during their time of need.
Commenting on Allianz's success, Managing Director, Niran Peiris said, "We are pleased to win the Large General Insurance Company of the Year Award and to be recognised, for a fourth year, as a stand out company amongst a field of Australia's leading insurers."
"Allianz's focus is on delivering a tailored, flexible and competitive service. When it comes to our customers, our philosophy is to deliver a service that builds loyalty, particularly when it comes to delivering on our promise to help them in the event of a claim."
"We are also committed to ongoing employee development and training programs; competitive product offerings; a strong focus on corporate social responsibility; and value for our partners and stakeholders."
"Winning the Large General Insurance Company of the Year Award validates the exceptional work that the Allianz team is doing for our partners and customers. I am proud of the team and thank them for their dedication to delivering in those times when our customers need us most, something we call 'The Allianz Experience'," Mr Peiris said.
Allianz was also the winner of the ANZIIF Women's Council Employer of the Year Award.
Allianz Australia
Large General Insurance Company of the Year 2013, 2012, 2011, 2009*
General Insurance Company of the Year 2012, 2010, 2007,2006**
Allianz Australia delivers a wide range of personal, commercial and corporate insurance products and services to more than 2 million policyholders. Over 50% of Australia's top 200 BRW-listed companies have some form of insurance cover with the group and the group provides workers compensation services to around one-fifth of Australian employees.
*Australia & New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards
**Australian Banking and Finance Insurance Awards
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