Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has announced the launch of its Group Personal Accident (GPA) and Business Travel Insurance in the UK, further expanding its global Accident & Health (A&H) footprint. This launch underscores BHSI’s commitment to employee safety and well-being, which have become key strategic priorities for companies worldwide.
Holistic Approach to Business Travel Risks
Nick Major, BHSI’s Country Manager for the UK, emphasized that employee safety in the context of business travel is an ever-evolving challenge. “Today’s complex travel landscape demands a holistic and agile approach to risk management – precisely what BHSI delivers,” Major said. The new offering caters to organizations of all sizes in the UK, providing comprehensive A&H coverage that goes beyond traditional policies.
Key Features of BHSI’s New Insurance Offering
BHSI’s new Group Personal Accident and Business Travel Insurance package aims to address both everyday and emerging risks associated with domestic and international business travel. Key features include:
Real-time risk alerts and traveler tracking, ensuring that employees and employers are informed and able to respond promptly to potential threats during business travel.
Emergency response services provided by Healix International, offering support during emergencies, whether for medical, security, or other travel-related risks.
Virtual health services for UK-based employees under the Group Personal Accident policy, including:
24/7 access to GP services via Teladoc Health UK.
Expert Second Medical Opinion to help employees make informed healthcare decisions.
A 24/7 Mental Health Helpline, recognizing the growing importance of mental health in the corporate world.
These services enhance the comprehensive nature of the insurance offering, particularly in the increasingly complex and dynamic environment of international business travel.
BHSI’s Growing Global A&H Presence
The launch of the Group Personal Accident and Business Travel Insurance product in the UK is the latest milestone in BHSI’s ongoing expansion in the Accident & Health space. With a strong A&H presence already in North America, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and the Middle East, BHSI continues to extend its global footprint to provide businesses with a full spectrum of tailored insurance solutions.
Toni LePine, Head of Accident & Health for BHSI in the UK, and Tom Keeble, Senior Underwriter for A&H, are spearheading the product line in the UK. Both LePine and Keeble bring extensive experience to the table and are dedicated to building lasting partnerships with brokers and customers across the UK and Europe.
As business travel continues to recover and evolve in the post-pandemic world, BHSI’s A&H coverage is strategically positioned to address the growing needs of businesses and their employees. By offering cutting-edge risk management solutions and comprehensive coverage, BHSI is helping companies safeguard their most valuable asset: their people.
The UK launch represents another significant step in BHSI’s journey as a global leader in Accident & Health insurance, bringing critical protection to organizations around the world.
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