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Cyber Claims Hub


Cyber incidents can be disruptive and stressful. This page is designed to guide you through what to do in the event of a cyber claim, who to contact, and what to expect throughout the process.

We are here to support you at every step

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Cyber incident response –
available 24/7

Every Delta cyber policy includes access to our 24/7 cyber incident response helpline. You’ll be connected with a panel of expert service providers, ready to support you. 

Contact Info
 Phone: 0800 335 820
 Email: claims@deltainsurance.co.nz
Step-by-step response 

Here’s what happens when a claim is made:

Making a cyber claim

What you need to know

Please notify us of any incident, even if you're unsure it will lead to a claim

Do not admit liability, agree to, or pay any settlement without our written consent


When you contact us,
please have the following details ready

Policy number

A description of the cyber incident

A timeline of events

Scope of impact; affected parties, compromised data, business disruptions

Any actions already taken to mitigate the breach, including engagement with third parties like forensic firms or lawyers

Any supporting documents (e.g. logs, screenshots, reports)

Delta's Cyber Response Team

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Delta

Insurer/Claims handler

Delta’s in-house claims team manages every step of the cyber claims process from first notification through to resolution. We assess the scope of the incident, confirm policy coverage, and coordinate approved payments for covered losses such as data restoration, legal costs, breach response services, or business interruption (if applicable). Working closely with trusted vendors, including forensic experts and breach coaches, Delta ensures the policyholder is supported by the right people at the right time. 

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Duncan Cotterill

Legal advisor

When a cyber incident strikes, Duncan Cotterill steps in as your expert breach coach, guiding you and your client through the complex legal, regulatory, and reputational risks. They coordinate the incident response from the outset - advising on compliance with data breach laws, managing external specialists (forensic investigators, PR consultants, technical engineers), overseeing communications with stakeholders, and maintaining rigorous documentation. Their strategic counsel helps minimise legal exposure, reduce financial and reputational damage, and ensure lessons are captured with controls implemented for the future. 

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Incident Response Solutions

Forensics

Our forensic expert triages the event, secures your systems, and preserves your IT environment for full investigation. Their team specialises in computer forensics, handling the collection, processing, and examination of digital evidence to determine how the attack occurred and assess the full scope and impact. They support legal proceedings and regulatory reviews by acting as expert witnesses and delivering reports to forensic standards. Incident Response Solutions , identify vulnerabilities, advise on containment and recovery, and recommend preventive controls so your clients can restore operations and reduce future risk. 

What’s covered under the policy

Cyber insurance can help protect businesses of all sizes against a wide range of events, including these common attacks.

For more information check out our Cyber Liability Product

Frequently Asked Questions

Useful cyber security links

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