Don't miss the 2026 AICLA/ANZIIF Claims Convention — The Evolution of Claims: From Response to Strategy
Claims has never been under more scrutiny, or carried more strategic weight. Spend a day with the people redefining what good claims practice looks like.
Now in its 19th year, the Claims Convention is the premier insurance claims event in Australasia and one of the industry's longest-standing partnerships. CC26 explores the evolving landscape of claims management and the growing strategic importance of claims professionals — bringing together leading experts, world-class speakers and practitioners from right across the sector.
More than 350 delegates attended last year, and strong demand is expected again.
Planned topics
The program features a diverse range of speakers, case studies and a panel discussion. Topics include:
- The Rise of Strata — complex claims case study
- Case Study: Cargo Spill M1 — motor claims and liabilities
- Tobacco Wars — firebombing
- Panel: Claims Performance and Response for Loss Adjusters
- Motor Claims — Right to Drive
- Driving Positive Policyholder Outcomes
- Unique Elements of CAT Activity in Australia, and the Accumulation Impact of Multiple Weather Events
- Fraud Detection in Claims
Why attend
Each year the Convention draws leading voices from across Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific and Asia. Watch this space for more speakers to be confirmed.
- Get ahead of what regulators expect next Understand where scrutiny is intensifying and what it means for your processes, your documentation and your people.
- Turn claims data into commercial decisions Hear how leading teams are using insight to improve outcomes rather than simply report on them.
- Benchmark your practice against the market Sessions built on real cases and real numbers, not theory, so you can see where you sit.
- Build the relationships that make hard files easier The room brings together every link in the claims chain. Most delegates leave with contacts they use within the month.
- Earn 6 CIP Points Recognised professional development that counts towards your ANZIIF and AICLA obligations.
Format
CC26 runs as a full-day convention followed immediately by a three-hour cocktail function.
This format has become a delegate favourite. The day delivers the content; the evening delivers the conversations, in a setting where you can follow up on what you heard without rushing for a flight.
Your registration covers:
- All convention sessions
- Access to the exhibition
- Convention app
- Session handouts
- Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
- Three-hour cocktail function
Who Should Attend
CC26 is built for professionals working in or alongside insurance claims, including:
- Senior insurance company managers
- Claims professionals across general and life insurance
- Loss adjusters
- Brokers and reinsurers
- Insurance lawyers
Professional consultants - Suppliers and service providers to the claims sector
Whether you are leading a claims function or building your career in one, the program is designed to be immediately useful.
CC26 returns to the newly renovated Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, an iconic Sydney landmark redesigned for a new era. Delegates will enjoy 5-star facilities and exceptional hospitality in the heart of the city. Exclusive accommodation rates have been secured for attendees — room allocations are limited, so early booking is encouraged.
For registration and event enquiries, contact the AICLA Admin Office.
Not a member? ANZIIF membership pays for itself across a single event. Learn more about membership
Andrew Hall
Andrew Hall
Executive Director and CEO
Insurance Council of Australia
Andrew joined the Insurance Council of Australia in September 2020 from the Commonwealth Bank, where he served as the Executive General Manager for Corporate Affairs for seven years. At CBA he was responsible for the management of CBA’s corporate reputation, public affairs and sustainability.
He was previously Director of Corporate and Public Affairs for Woolworths Limited for six years, overseeing a similar portfolio and participating as a member of the Management Board.
Andrew’s professional career started as a journalist in regional New South Wales in 1994, before moving to Canberra in 1996 where he worked in federal politics for 10 years as a ministerial media advisor. From 2001 to 2007 he was the Federal Director of the Nationals, leading the party as campaign director for federal elections.
His expertise in the corporate affairs profession has been recognised with admission to the Arthur W. Page Society, recognition in the International Top 50 Corporate Affairs Professionals (Salt & Shein 2014) and in the inaugural award of Top 50 Outstanding LGBTI Leaders in Australia (Deloitte 2016) for his work in leadership roles, diversity and on the Board of Equality Australia for the marriage equality campaign.
He has extensive experience in governance, both in the corporate and not-for-profit sectors. He serves on the boards of Rural Aid, and PanKind, The Australian Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.
Award Categories & Criteria
Sponsorship
Thank you to our Platinum Sponsor - Ambrose Construct Group and Gold sponsors - Bentino Insurance Builders and Loop Logistics.
Silver Sponsors
- Arc Projects
- Johns Lyng Group
- Tallan Group
- Complete Building Solutions
- Fire Forensics
- Hail Tracker
- Levant Central
- Skyline Building Group
- First Response Restoration
- Blaxland Building Group
Cocktail Sponsor - Envista Forensics
Speaker Gift - Riverwall
Satchel - ASTA Group
App - Steamatic
Lunch - Halliwell
Morning Tea - Industry Consulting
Afternoon tea - Intrax Forensic
Support - MSR Restoration
For more information on how your organisation can benefit as a sponsor of the AICLA/ANZIIF Claims Convention, please the team at [email protected].