TSB investigators have determined that at the time of the crossover of tracks, VIA Rail Train 92 was moving at a speed of 67 mph. The maximum authorized speed at that crossover point is 15 mph
On February 27, a fire broke out on board Costa Allegra in the electric generator room; ship now drifting in pirate-heavy waters
Three VIA employees were killed in derailment, three passengers were airlifted to hospital with serious injuries and 42 passengers and one additional crew member were also taken to local hospitals
“The data shows that there is an opportunity for insurance agents and brokers to help their clients create global travel risk management plans and employee benefit programs that include accident and health products that provide services before and during the trip,” said Jim Villa, senior vice president of Chubb Accident & Health
“We’re now excited to adopt the Allianz Global Assistance name in Canada as we continue to enrich, and care for, the brands of our partners,” says CEO Scott McKellar
Strange Facts about the Super Bowl
The capsizing of the Concordia in the waters off Italy comes at the start of a three-month period that is the busiest time of year for bookings, known in the industry as wave season
“Our employees make the difference in how we meet travelers’ needs, so we strive to provide them with a well-rounded employee experience,” said TIC President David Hartman
PC Financial expands Travel Insurance To Go option for snowbirds
Until 2004, no privately-operated manned spaceflight had occurred but now new companies are tapping into space tourism
Desjardins Travel Insurance customers can now use their Apple mobile devices to receive travel guidance and support throughout their trip
Health-related issues the most common insurance claims for snowbirds, says RSA
As terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, closed American air space, 38 passenger planes heading west over the Atlantic with more than 6,500 passengers and crew were diverted to Gander, Newfoundland
Majority of Americans ok with flying on September 11, but one-third would avoid being near a nuclear power plant
“The London 2012 Olympics will be the greenest, most accessible, legacy driven games in history.” Organizing committee
Internet crazes have taken the world by storm, but AXA UK warns of potential insurance implications
With a small car, are you sacrificing safety for good fuel economy?
Willis’ Cyber Risk Unit reports that cyber-related insurance claims have spiked by 56 per cent over the past year alone, with an increasing proportion of victims in the hospitality industry
A third of young Canadians believe their provincial health plan will cover their medical costs in the United States
