RePlay by Hannover Re

Living longer: Lessons from Australia

Australia combines long life expectancy with a highly developed pension system. Yet many people still underestimate how long their savings need to last and end up bearing longevity risk themselves. That combination has made Australia particularly instructive when it comes to understanding how retirement income solutions evolve.

Andrea Stähr and Kris Boundy talk about how retiree behaviour and product design come together in the decumulation phase and what global insurers globally can learn from Australia’s experience.

What shapes critical illness products

A serious diagnosis doesn't just affect health; it disrupts everyday life in ways standard cover design doesn't always reflect. Tim Smith, Head of Protection at Hannover Re UK Life Branch, explores what this means for insurers designing and refreshing critical illness (CI) cover.

He discusses where traditional definitions falls short, how small costs can quickly add up for customers, and why CI products need to keep pace with modern diagnostics and treatments. Tim talks about CI cover complements life insurance and how thoughtful product design can better reflect real customer needs.

Electronic Health Records: More than digital files

How EHRs transform underwriting and claims. Discover how real-time data and AI create new possibilities.

How financial solutions are shaping the U.S. annuity market

How financial solutions help navigate capital and regulatory challenges to offer competitive annuity products in the U.S. market.

How mindset shapes life and health (re)insurance partnerships

A candid conversation with Brona and Claude on mindset, empowerment, and creating client value.

Greater China: A growing market for life and health insurance

What insurers should understand about navigating Greater China’s complex life and health market.

The positive impact of policyholder health on insurance with Wesley Clay

How insurers worldwide are shifting gears by moving toward offering health management services that help policyholders live longer and healthier lives.

Innovation and digital transformation in life and health insurance with Lisa Balboa

Lisa Balboa offers a forward-thinking perspective on innovation and digital transformation in life and health insurance. With a decade of experience and a passion for health technologies, the Head of Hannover Re’s Life & Health Digital Business Accelerator shares her insights on the most promising areas of innovation, how to spot true value amidst the hype, and what successful initiatives look like in practice.

Navigating longevity risk in life and health (re)insurance with Cord-Roland Rinke

Cord-Roland Rinke, Managing Director, Life & Health Analytics & Longevity at Hannover Re, dives into the world of longevity and its profound implications for the life and health insurance sector. As life expectancy continues to rise, understanding longevity risk becomes crucial not just for individuals but also for institutions that provide financial security during retirement.

Dr. Yinglin Zhang on the indispensable role of data analytics in life and health insurance

Dr. Yinglin Zhang shares insights on the effective use of data analytics in the life and health (re)insurance sector. She addresses common challenges insurers face when implementing data solutions and explores ways to develop tailored analytics strategies that enhance decision-making and drive better business outcomes.