Atilla Benli, the President of the Insurance Association of Turkey (TSB), announced that the work has been accelerated for the citizens who were victims of the earthquake disaster.
The effects of the earthquake disaster, which affected the eastern provinces of Turkey on a large scale, are still felt. Almost every day, we come across a development about aftershocks in the region, and the relevant sectors have started to accelerate their work for the citizens affected by the disaster. In this context, one of the most vital responsibilities undoubtedly falls on insurance companies. Atilla Benli, President of the Insurance Association of Turkey (TSB), which continues its investigations in regions where vehicle owners are also seriously disadvantaged besides TCIP, stated that the insurance industry exists for these days. Stating that they are carrying out a fast process in order to eliminate the damages as soon as possible and the damage compensation process to be operated quickly, Benli stated that they are thinking in detail about the establishment of damage communication centers in the region.
“The total number of policies in the earthquake zone is around 4 million”
Stating that the insurance sector is the most important sector in ensuring economic continuity, Benli said; “In addition to the compulsory earthquake insurance, which includes earthquake coverage; When we take into account the motor insurance, fire, life and personal accident insurance policies, the total number of policies covering earthquake coverage in the region is around 4 million.
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Experts from the Ministry of Environment and Urbanization continue to assess the damage in the disaster area. We also take actions in parallel with the Ministry’s reports and TCIP payments to speed up the processes. After the earthquake, TCIP started its damage payments quickly. In addition, ‘mobile damage support points’ of many of our companies have been activated in the region. Claims managers of our companies and more than 200 experts make their determinations in the field. More than 1000 of our personnel both participate in the support activities and urgently operate the processes to make the lives of our injured insured a little easier. As the insurance industry, we are fulfilling our duties in the spirit of unity and will continue to do so in the mobilization initiated to compensate for losses and re-establish the region.” he said.