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AIA

AIA has been helping New Zealander’s since 1981. AIA as part of the AIA group, one of the largest life insurance companies in the Asia Pacific region, gives customers the assurance that they’ll always be there for them when it counts, whatever life may bring. AIA prides itself on protecting New Zealand families and businesses. Through an extensive network of insurance advisers and organisations, AIA provides simple, yet innovative, insurance solutions that suit all New Zealanders.

Under the Insurance (Prudential Supervision) Act 2010, all licensed insurer are required to have a current financial strength rating from an approved rating agency.

AIA NZ was given an AA- (Very Strong) insurer financial strength rating by Standards and Poor’s (Australia) Pty Limited.

Asteron

Asteron Life believes in getting the most out of today, giving you piece of mind in knowing that if things go wrong, there are plans in place.

Asteron Life is part of the Suncorp Group, which includes leading general insurance, banking, life insurance and superannuation brands both in New Zealand and Australia. Suncorp Group has over 9 million customers and is represented in New Zealand by Asteron Life, Vero and through joint venture’s with AA Life and AA insurance.

Asteron products are largely available through independent financial advisers who can provide customised service and advice.

Under the Insurance (Prudential Supervision) Act 2010, all licensed insurer are required to have a current financial strength rating from an approved rating agency.

Asteron Life limited has been given an A+ (Strong) financial strength rating by Standards & Poor’.

Fidelity

Fidelity Life's specialises in both personal and business insurances offering a wide range of products to suit any circumstances of New Zealander’s.

Fidelity Life was founded in 1973 by Gordon Watson and his wife Shirley. Their vision was a New Zealand owned and controlled company where advisers and staff could “have their say” and provide direct input into the company and its products. Fidelity strives for both excellence and integrity, seeing all company stakeholders as part of their family.

Fidelity is New Zealand owned and employs over 300 staff, valuing the building of long-term relationships with both staff and the wider community.

Fidelity offers a personal insurance range of life, trauma, income protection and total and permanent disablement. Over the past three years (2012-2014) Fidelity Life has paid more than $187.2 million in death, terminal illness, critical illness and income protection claims.

Under the Insurance (Prudential Supervision) Act 2010, all licensed insurer are required to have a current financial strength rating from an approved rating agency.

The A.M. Best Company has rated us A-, meaning ‘Excellent’ for financial strength. It’s a rating we’ve held for 19 consecutive years and we intend to keep it that way. The A.M. Best financial strength rating relates to Fidelity Life’s insurance and investment business.

Sovereign

Sovereign was founded in 1989, and is a values-based organisation, believing in putting people first.

Sovereign’s core values are Integrity to build trust

Collaboration to win together
Play to explore possibilities
Drive to make it happen
Wow to impress our customer

Sovereign is part of the ASB group of companies which is owned by the CBA. Sovereign is the largest life insurer in New Zealand, maintaining a market share of around 30% of in-force policies over the past five years.

Under the Insurance (Prudential Supervision) Act 2010, all licensed insurer are required to have a current financial strength rating from an approved rating agency.

Sovereign have a reinsurance arrangement with the strongest reinsurer in the world, Gen Re, which has the highest financial ratings possible – an A++ rating from A.M. Best and AAA from Standard & Poor’s.

Partners Life

Partners Life was established August 2010. Partners life has seen enormous growth since entering the market. Partners Life is now one of the most substantial competitor s in the New Zealand Life Insurance Industry. As an insurance company Partners Life believe in rewarding the relationships they form with their stakeholders – hence the by-line “Rewarding partnership – for life.” Partner’s Life has a philosophy at claim time that all genuine claims be paid as quickly and with as much empathy as possible.

Under the Insurance (Prudential Supervision) Act 2010, all licensed insurer are required to have a current financial strength rating from an approved rating agency.

Partners Life Limited has a “Secure” financial strength rating of B++ (Good) from A.M. Best Company, Inc., an approved RBNZ rating agency. This means that in A.M. Best’s opinion the Company has a good ability to meet its on-going insurance obligations.

Onepath

OnePath Life has operated in New Zealand since 2001 as one of the leading providers of insurance. OnePath’s policies are designed to ensure you, your family and your business enjoy comprehensive cover – giving you the peace of mind you deserve.

In 2003 ING New Zealand, a joint venture with ANZ Bank New Zealand Limited, completed its acquisition transition from fund manager to financial services provider, acquiring Club Life – subsequently renaming the company ING Life.

Since 2009, they have been fully owned by ANZ. They rebranded to become OnePath Life in 2010.

OnePath is fully owned by ANZ Bank New Zealand Limited, part of the Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited.

Under the Insurance (Prudential Supervision) Act 2010, all licensed insurer are required to have a current financial strength rating from an approved rating agency.

OnePath Life has an A+ (strong) insurer financial strength rating from Standard & Poor’s (Australia) Pty Limited. This means that OnePath is considered to have a strong ability to pay out eligible claims.

NIB

NIB provides value for money and affordable health cover to more than one million people across the Tasman.

With over 60 years' experience, today nib is a truly Trans-Tasman business that offers innovative products and services, and great value for our customers.

At the end of 2012, nib acquired Tower Medical Insurance Limited, and in October 2013, NIB was launched in New Zealand. On 1 December 2015, nib acquired the OnePath medical business.

As the second largest health insurer in New Zealand, nib provide a range of health insurance options for Kiwis and their families, as well as for New Zealand companies who want health insurance for their employees.

Under the Insurance (Prudential Supervision) Act 2010, all licensed insurer are required to have a current financial strength rating from an approved rating agency.

Nib NZ limited has a financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) from A.M. Best Company.

Southern Cross

Southern Cross Health Society is one of New Zealand’s best known and most trusted brands, offering a broad range of health insurance plans to its members. Southern Cross looks after your need and has aa range of healthcare plans to suit different needs, budgets and to accommodate life stages.

Under the Insurance (Prudential Supervision) Act 2010, all licensed insurer are required to have a current financial strength rating from an approved rating agency.

Southern Cross Medical Care Society (trading as Southern Cross Health Society) has an A+ (Strong) financial strength rating given by Standard & Poor’s (Australia) Pty Limited.

PAA

The PAA launched in 1953 and over the past 60 years has played a key role in supporting the development of a dynamic finance industry. With over 1200 members and over 2.5 million in assets, the Association provides a range of services and an expert-industry-voice for finance advisers working in the areas of investment, insurance and mortgages.

As a founding member of the Financial Adviser Association of New Zealand (FAANZ), the PAA is active in lobbying Government in the interests of consumers and advisers, and plays a strong role in media debate relating to the industry.

In 2012, the PAA amalgamated with the New Zealand Mortgage Brokers Association (NZMBA), furthering the already comprehensive level of support and expertise provided to members across the three areas of financial services.