Allianz continues successful WPP collaboration and names Ogilvy as new global lead agency
Allianz continues successful WPP collaboration and names Ogilvy as new global lead agency

Allianz Group has named Ogilvy & Mather as new global brand communication agency. Mediacom will remain global media agency partner. / Ogilvy demonstrated strongest ability to take Allianz to the next level by co-creating a differentiating customer experience along all traditional and digital consumer touchpoints. / Decision for new agency set-up was taken jointly with most relevant operating entities and business lines. This showcases the successful global-local collaboration model which will be further intensified.

AllianzGI infrastructure debt investments reach EUR 2 billion
AllianzGI infrastructure debt investments reach EUR 2 billion

Investment manager passes infrastructure debt investment milestone with completion of eight transactions in under a year which: Straddle seven European countries; / Encompass project bonds and structured corporate infrastructure bonds; and / Include both pre-construction and operating/post-construction projects. These investments are made and managed by AllianzGI on behalf of both Allianz Group companies and third party institutional investors

The future of buying a car
The future of buying a car

Since the end of 2013, Allianz Global Automotive and Ford have been working together more closely. The European partnership strives to develop mobility concepts that include insurance, service and technology solutions. Cooperation is already in place in some countries, and will be introduced in more markets over the coming months and years.

Tailor-made solutions for corporate pensions
Tailor-made solutions for corporate pensions

In January, Allianz announced the creation of Allianz Global Benefits. The new unit will coordinate employee benefit plans for international companies across countries. CEO Dirk Hellmuth discusses the reasons behind the launch and what customers can expect.

Launch of new unit “Allianz Global Benefits”
Launch of new unit “Allianz Global Benefits”

Coordinates globally the provision of employee benefit solutions / Addresses the needs of multinational companies in this area / Leverages broad experience of a trusted global insurance company / Extends existing cooperation with global broker firms

Allianz and Ford shape partnership to develop and offer mobility concepts
Allianz and Ford shape partnership to develop and offer mobility concepts

Cooperation to offer new mobility solutions for Ford clients / Joint projects between Allianz and Ford of Europe open up new opportunities for innovative products and services and benefits for the customers of both companies

Allianz: a successful brand
Allianz: a successful brand

Financial strength, a globally consistent brand and the digitally enhanced customer experience. A successful brand sums up the success of a business: In the case of global financial services provider Allianz, the brand promises its customers and other stakeholders a satisfying quality experience – whether that is a stable financial performance during the euro and financial crisis, quality products and services tailored to the needs of private and business customers or being an employer that cares about its staff.  

Mexico rising
Mexico rising

Anyone looking for sound macroeconomic figures should divert their attention from Europe and look towards Latin America. There, in the shadow of Brazil and practically unnoticed by the rest of the world, Mexico has, in the past few years, developed into a significant growth market. For some time now, the Latin American country has been an economic success story.

George Sartorel, CEO of Allianz Italy
The Italian Job

The transformation of Allianz Italy in recent years is paying off. Few major insurance markets are more competitive than Italy. Nonetheless, Allianz Italy has been showing strong profitable growth lately and has become one of the country’s most dynamic insurers.