Corporate news

AXA Gulf is now GIG Gulf

Still three letters, still all capitals, and still the most trusted insurance brand in the market, now present across 13 countries in the region!

22 October, 2022 • 8 min read

Corporate news

Health Insurer of the Year

GIG Gulf has been recognized as the “Health Insurer of the Year” in the MENA region by MENA IR awards, making us the winner of this category for 2 years in a row.

22 February, 2023 • 2 min read

Corporate news

GIG Gulf appoints Caroline Bertrand as Chief HR Officer

Regional multi-line insurance leader boosts employee brand across the UAE, Oman, Bahrain, and Qatar after appointing AXA veteran in a new crucial customer and employee experience role.

15 December, 2022 • 4 min read

Corporate news

General Insurance outlook 2023 - Paul Adamson, CEO at GIG Gulf

What do you think will be the most impactful trend or challenge for the non-life insurance industry in MENA or GCC in 2023?

03 March, 2023 • 5 min read

Corporate news

Mr Ricardo Arroyo, Chief P&C commercial lines officer at GIG Gulf.

Harnessing the insurer-broker relationship to navigate hard market challenges

15 March, 2023 • 4 min read

Corporate news

AM Best affirms ‘A’ Excellent rating to GIG Gulf

GIG Gulf announced today that AM Best affirmed its Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of “A” (Excellent) and Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) of “A” (Excellent), for the second year in a row.

20 October, 2022 • 3 min read

Corporate news

Ramadan and Eid discounts consumer insights

A Ramadan study conducted in UAE and KSA this year by Toluna – a leading provider of market research and consumer insights, to analyse behavioural ...

11 April, 2023 • 5 min read

Travel Insurnace

Top Tips for Budget Travel to Qatar World Cup 2022!

Travelling to support your team during the World Cup 2022 is a golden chance and being able to do so on a budget ...

09 October, 2022 • 8 min read

Travel Insurance

Five reasons why travel insurance is a must

Investing in travel insurance ensures peace of mind amongst travellers and can help you recover from travel’s most common but unexpected complications, such as cancelled flights and lost baggage.

10 October, 2022 • 3 min read

Car Insurance

Five key steps to take after a car accident in the UAE

The following is GIG’s guide to the 5 key steps one should take after a car accident in the UAE

23 August, 2022 • 5 min read

Car Insurance

What to consider before taking out your car insurance

Helpful advice for people looking to renew or buy car insurance.

18 August, 2022 • 4 min read

Travel Insurance

Five reasons why travel insurance is a must

Investing in travel insurance ensures peace of mind amongst travellers and can help you recover from travel’s most common but unexpected complications ...

21 August, 2022 • 3 min read

Home Insurance

Five thing you should do before winter to protect your possessions

Winter can be the most wonderful season of the year, as long as you stay safe.

10 August, 2022 • 7 min read

Travel Insurance

Qatar mandatory visitor health insurance

The Qatari government (Ministry of public health) introduced mandatory health insurance requirements for visitors ...

05 April, 2023 • 6 min read

Business Insurance

SMEs without proper insurance are taking huge and unnecessary risks

Studies reveal that more than one-third of businesses are subject to sudden interruption in supply chains...

25 October, 2022 • 8 min read

Marine Cargo Insurance

Climate change and its effect on yachting

Between 2001 – 2021, it is reported that 119Mha* tree cover was lost in fires globally. Is climate change and the rise in temperatures to blame?

24 October, 2022 • 4 min read

Mental Health & Emotions

The stigma of Mental Health in MENA needs a new approach

COVID-19 has left deep social and psychological scars in the MENA region, with rising numbers of loneliness, isolation, and economic despair.

10 August, 2022 • 7 min read

Mental Health & Emotions

Change your habits, change your lifestyle!

As your Health and Wellbeing partner, we are committed to giving you the tools to understand WHY and HOW you should be setting goals for 2023 to be your healthiest year yet.

01 January, 2023 • 5 min read

Mental Health & Emotions

Don’t Worry, Be Happy!

The subconscious mind holds our “programming”. The culture, values, thoughts, and beliefs that we grew up with are coded into our subconscious mind

10 January, 2023 • 4 min read

Physical health

It’s time to quit Smoking!

Quitting smoking is one of the most important steps you can take to improve your health. This is true no matter how old you are or how long you have smoked.

15 January, 2023 • 6 min read

Self Development

You Need to Take Care of You!

Stress-relieving practices quiet the mind, balance hormones, including cortisol (the stress hormone), lower blood pressure and improve brain health

20 January, 2023 • 3 min read

Self Development

Stop making resolutions

Stop making New Year’s Resolutions & start making SMART goals that work for you.

25 January, 2023 • 6 min read

Mental Health & Emotions

Benefits of Goal-Setting

It’s easy to get caught up in our daily routines: letting weeks turn into months, months turn into years.

03 February, 2023 • 4 min read

Self Development

The Magic of Setting & Writing Your Goals

Most people believe that goal setting is important, yet only 2 out of 10 people set defined goals!

08 February, 2023 • 2 min read

Mental Health & Emotions

Supporting our children

Effects of bullying on our children’s health and how to support them as parents

10 February, 2023 • 5 min read

Nutrition

World Cancer Day

This month is all about boosting our immunity. February 4th was World Cancer Day, and we want to empower you ...

12 February, 2023 • 4 min read

Nutrition

Healthy Habits During Ramadan

Ramadan is a month dedicated to spirituality and self-discipline. For many, however, it ends up being a month of overindulgence, poor sleep and ...

21 March, 2023 • 5 min read

Mental Health & Emotions

Ramadan 101: What is Ramadan & what is its significance?

Ramadan is a time for Muslims and non-Muslims in this region to slow down, reflect, and re-focus.

21 March, 2023 • 3 min read

Physical health

Do’s and Don’ts of Fasting During Ramadan

Here is a list of Do’s and Don’ts for a better fasting during this Ramadan.

21 March, 2023 • 4 min read

Self Development

Managing Mood Swings & Cravings During Ramadan

While the focus of Ramadan is on spiritual purification and strengthening one's connection with God, it can also be a challenging time...

21 March, 2023 • 5 min read

Mental Health & Emotions

What is Mental and Emotional Wellbeing?

Mental and Emotional well-being are crucial elements in holistic wellness. They affect the way you perceive your....

17 April, 2023 • 6 min read

Mental Health & Emotions

Improving Mental and Emotional Wellbeing

Lack of mental and emotional wellbeing can manifest is various ways in different people. It’s important ....

25 April, 2023 • 7 min read

Wellbeing Events

MyWellness Week

Don’t miss out on the biggest wellbeing event of the year! win amazing prizes when you register, engage and share ....

08 May, 2023 • 4 min read