DIESELtalk Magazine “When in doubt, disclose it”

The consequences of not disclosing all relevant information to an insurance company can be serious, particularly when: • Completing a new insurance application, or Renewing a policy. • Non-disclosure may result in claims being declined and the policy cancelled. It is also possible that you will be unable to obtain insurance in future. If you cannot get cover, you may not be able to…

DIESELtalk Magazine ‘Specialist transport insurance brokers O’Connor Warren grows and expands’

When O’Connor Warren director Eamon O’Connor branched away from the corporate world to establish his own specialist transport and trucking insurance brokerage more than two years ago, he says he didn’t appreciate the significant interest this move would generate. O’Connor is also a former board member of the New Zealand Trucking Association and general adviser to many industry bodies and groups around matters of insurance and risk. He has garnered a respected track record…

DIESELtalk Magazine “Retaining employees with good job benefits”

Once you have quality employees on board, how do you keep them from jumping ship? One way is by offering a good ‘benefits’ package. Many small-business owners mistakenly believe they cannot afford to offer benefits. But while going without benefits may boost your bottom line in the short run, this pennywise philosophy could strangle your businesses chances for long-term prosperity. There are certain benefits good employees feel they would like to…

DIESELtalk Magazine “Understand before you sign”

Agreements between transport operators, contractors and their principals have always played a part in defining the insurance obligations of the parties. However, recently the detail and additional conditions set down for signature have increased and become more complicated. This can leave not only the contractor unsure of their responsibilities, but in many instances the principal…