- ICA reports on flood risk in Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, and Northern Territory.
Aon announces new technology for potential flood premium reductions in Australia
What happened
Aon plc announced that new technology could potentially reduce the flood component of property premiums by more than half for 13 per cent of properties in flood zones. This potential reduction is based on using measured first floor elevation instead of the height insurers currently assume. The announcement was made in September, with the technology release projected for January 2027.
Why it matters
The new technology allows carriers to evaluate and test a more sensible risk-based cost for flood premiums. If successful, this process would allow insurers to incorporate more accurate risk data into their underwriting and pricing processes.
Insurance Council of Australia reports track flood risk across Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, and Northern Territory.
Who's involved
- Aon plcIssued the announcement regarding the new flood premium technology.
- QueenslandThe state where housing difficulties and flood risk are being addressed.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- QueenslandSpeculative
Properties in Queensland might see changes in flood premium costs due to the new risk assessment tools.
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The entities involved
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Aon plc
British multinational corporation
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Queensland
state of Australia