New Partnership Brings Specialised Insurance Solutions to Australian Tradies

The new insurance offerings encompass public and products liability, tools of trade, and tax audit insurance. These coverages are designed to safeguard tradespeople against potential financial losses arising from accidents, damages, or audits related to their business activities.

David Hosking, CEO of Ivory Insurance and former CEO of PSC, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating that the group is thrilled to collaborate with an agency that has a bold vision and a unique approach to SME insurance. He highlighted that while Ivory is a new name in the market, the team brings over 100 years of underwriting expertise, strong financial backing, and an award-winning claims service. As specialists in SME casualty, this partnership is seen as a natural fit.

Viz's executive director, Simon O'Dell, who also serves as the Managing Director of Insurtech Gateway Australia, shared that Viz is a passion project, inspired by his family's background in trades. He noted that having seen firsthand how out of step the insurance industry can be with tradies' needs and mindset, this partnership marks a significant milestone. O'Dell emphasized the importance of supporting the Viz team, backed by a casualty specialist and supported by Insurtech Gateway.

Viz offers coverage for a wide range of trades, including air-conditioning technicians, bricklayers, builders, carpenters, cleaners, concreters, electricians, fencers, gardeners and landscapers, handymen, painters, plasterers, plumbers, and tilers. This extensive list ensures that a broad spectrum of tradespeople can access insurance solutions tailored to their specific needs.

This partnership underscores a growing recognition of the distinct challenges faced by tradies and the necessity for insurance products that align with their professional realities. By combining Viz's innovative approach with Ivory Insurance's underwriting expertise, Australian tradespeople now have access to insurance solutions that are both comprehensive and attuned to their unique requirements.