10 September 2025

Allianz Partners, a global leader in insurance and assistance services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Okan Özdemir as its new Chief Officer for Health and Board Member, effective September 1, 2025. In this role, Okan will report directly to Allianz Partners CEO Tomas Kunzmann.

Okan Özdemir joins Allianz Partners from Allianz Türkiye, where he served as Chief Health Officer and Executive Board Member since 2019. With over 24 years of strong leadership at Allianz in a number of strategic roles including Chief Marketing Officer, he has been instrumental in advancing the company’s market leadership and growth in health insurance while overseeing a significant digital transformation within the business.

11 August 2025

Allianz Partners New Zealand is pleased to announce the appointment of Phil Wright as Head of Intermediated Distribution. This appointment further strengthens our commitment to the New Zealand travel trade, demonstrating our dedication to supporting and enhancing the industry.

With over 26 years of experience in the travel industry, Phil brings deep expertise and leadership to the role. He began his career at Gullivers Pacific (which later became Helloworld), before moving to Online Republic, part of the Webjet Group, where he spent 13 years in senior leadership roles, including General Manager of Motorhome Republic and Group Chief Revenue Officer, making him a valuable addition to Allianz Partners.

1 May 2025

A new study from Allianz Partners reveals that nearly three-quarters of Kiwis plan to travel overseas in 2025, with Australia topping the list of destinations. But for those staying home (27%), the main reason is clear: it’s simply too expensive. Interestingly, non-travellers estimate they need twice the budget of those who are actually travelling – suggesting a misperception about the true cost of travel. 

The New Zealand Travel Index 2025 reveals key shifts in Kiwi travel trends, and as one of eight APAC surveys, it allows for direct comparison with our Australian neighbours – uncovering surprising insights into how the two nations plan, travel, and behave in the air.

31 March 2025

Allianz Partners New Zealand and Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Company Limited New Zealand Branch (“MSI NZ”), a member of MS&AD Insurance Group, are excited to announce a multi-year agreement, marking the beginning of a strategic partnership to further enhance and diversify insurance solutions in New Zealand.

This partnership agreement will take effect from 1 April 2025 and will enable Allianz Partners, a world leader in insurance and assistance services, to continue delivering exceptional products and customer service while providing greater scope to diversify our product offering.