Tune Protect and bolttech Insurance Partner to Launch AirAsia Travel Insurance in Hong Kong

The strategic collaboration aims to provide comprehensive travel protection for Hong Kong travellers

Hong Kong, 22 October 2024 – Tune Protect Re Limited (“Tune Protect”), the global travel and lifestyle reinsurance specialist, in partnership with bolttech Insurance (“bolttech”), the Hong Kong general insurance arm of international insurtech, bolttech, launched AirAsia Travel Insurance for Hong Kong customers on AirAsia Berhad (“AirAsia”) flights. This is made possible through AirAsia Berhad, the licensed corporate agent of bolttech Insurance in partnership with Tune Protect Re Limited, the insurance programme manager of AirAsia.

AirAsia Travel Insurance is available to purchase via the AirAsia website, AirAsia Move Mobile App and Tune Protect AirAsia website for customers departing from Hong Kong on all AirAsia flights. Customers can choose between the Lite Comprehensive Plan and the Plus Comprehensive Plan, for benefits like personal accident coverage, trip cancellation, baggage and flight delay coverage, and 24-hour Worldwide Travel Assistance.

This initiative is part of Tune Protect’s strategic plan to expand its regional presence and offer comprehensive and affordable travel protection for its customers. By partnering with bolttech Insurance, Tune Protect aims to meet the evolving needs of travellers in Hong Kong. This collaboration is a synergy of bolttech’s local market reach and expertise and Tune Protect’s ability to provide comprehensive yet affordable travel insurance.

Alister Musgrave, Regional General Manager for Hong Kong & Taiwan at bolttech, said, “We’re thrilled to provide Hong Kong travellers with convenient protection and peace of mind through AirAsia Travel Insurance. Our collaboration with Tune Protect highlights our commitment to improving our partners’ offerings and providing customers greater choice, ease, and a superior customer experience.”

“We are excited to launch the new travel insurance product in partnership with bolttech Insurance for AirAsia guests. This initiative enhances our service offering for Hong Kong travellers and aligns with our strategic vision for regional expansion, establishing ourselves as a leader in the travel insurance industry. This strategic expansion is key to our goal of becoming a global player in the travel sector. We look forward to enhancing the travel experience of AirAsia guests by providing them with comprehensive insurance coverage, ensuring peace of mind during their journeys, ” said Janet Chin, Chief Executive Officer of Tune Protect Re.

A key feature of this travel insurance is the On-Time Guarantee, which provides a payout if customers experience a delay of at least two hours from their original or rescheduled departure time advised by AirAsia.

For more information on AirAsia Travel Insurance, visit https://www.tuneprotect.com/airasia/hong-kong/en/home/.