Following in their paw prints

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Pet insurance companies face various difficulties in their efforts to market pet insurance policies in the United States. Despite a very large pet population, pet insurance is considered as an optional item. Pet insurance industry has gained acceptance in other countries. Large insurance companies such as Munich, Germany-based Allianz Group are planning to offer pet insurance policies. Anaheim, CA-based Veterinary Pet Insurance president Jack L. Stephens believes market conditions in the US are becoming more receptive to the idea of pet insurance.

Surety insurance, Personal Property & Liability Insur, Property and casualty insurance, Insurance, Pets

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NAFTA brings opportunity to inland marine insurers

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North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) provisions will provide inland marine insurers with greater opportunities in Mexico and will remove many barriers currently placed in the US transportation industry. US inland marine insurers will be able to insure Mexican residents, providing the insurers with access to $130 million in premiums per year. Land transporters will be able to use US trucks and drivers in Mexico, and further changes are expected to eliminate all barriers by the year 2000.

Laws, regulations and rules, Inland marine insurance

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Do your homework before targeting overseas markets

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Inadequate transportation infrastructure, aging vessels, and cargo theft are some of the issues that are changing marine insurance underwriting. The role of increased shipping from emerging markets worldwide is another issue which is changing the market. The loss control staff of an insurer must be aware of shipping and packaging techniques to help prevent loss and damage, and a marine underwriter must reevaluate its services and processes.

Analysis, Management, Property and casualty insurance industry

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