Press Release
Philips Shavers to increase sponsorship of Williams F1 team in 2007
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MUMBAI: Philips Shavers has signed an agreement to increase their 2007 sponsorship commitment with the WilliamsF1 Team, to include on-car branding. Following a successful trial year in 2006, Philips Shavers has seen a global turnover increase of 15 per cent for its shaving line of business since the sponsorship became active and in 2007 will increase its team sponsorship by over 50 per cent and become an on-car sponsor. |
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Philips Domestic Appliances CEO and Philips Electronics chief marketing officer Andrea Ragnetti said, “Our primary objective in 2006 was to bring innovation to the category, we did this via two strong electric shaver launches, the Smart-TouchXL and SpeedXL and by investing in the WilliamsF1 Team sponsorship. We want consumers to know that Philips leads the way in terms of technical and product innovation for this category.  “In 2006, the Williams F1 team sponsorship platform underpinned all our activities for the shaving business and has created great results”. |
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Producing a WilliamsF1 Team shaver range to support the sponsorship was a key element of the sponsorship activation programme.The firm says that it was a calculated risk to develop a Formula One specific shaver, but our consumer research tells us our target consumers are focussed on product design as much as other considerables such as brand name and price when choosing an electric shaver. Philips Shavers designed a joint range with the WilliamsF1 engineering and design team and the 7200 shaver has been presented to all key retail partners globally and initial distribution commitment has been consistently positive with sales up by 30% versus initial forecasts. |
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Business rationale for increased sponsorship : The WilliamsF1 Team and Philips Shavers partnership is a strategic alliance that brings together two companies with similar values and culture. WilliamsF1 is one of the world’s leading Formula One teams and has secured 16 FIA Formula One World Championship titles, while Phillips Shavers holds the number one position in the electrical shaving market. Today, Formula One is the world’s single most popular annual televised sporting event with an average of 162 million TV viewers across the globe per Grand Prix. Philips’ continuing partnership with the WilliamsF1 Team, has been and will be extremely important for global exposure and marketing of the Philips Shavers brand.
Looking towards 2007 : In addition to Official Sponsor branding, Philips will be given increased ad rights including official sponsor designation, the use of logo and team imagery, and endorsement rights via both team drivers, Nico Rosberg and Alex Wurz. WilliamsF1’s Team Principal Frank Williams said, “We are delighted that our partnership has been sufficiently successful to grow, extend and increase the programme. Both Philips Shavers and the WilliamsF1 Team share a philosophy of advances in innovation, design and technology”. |
Bali is full of memorable moments, and some of them involve animals. Temple monkeys tug at bags, beach dogs nap near sunbeds, and cats wander into cafés like they own the place. Most interactions are harmless, but a bite or scratch can change the day quickly, because you may need immediate medical care and follow-up treatment. This is where Bali travel insurance becomes more than a box to tick.
In this article, you will explore whether animal bite treatment is insured, the exclusions, and the steps to claim easily in Bali.
Why Animal Bites in Bali Need Special Attention
Bites are not only about the visible wound. Insurers and doctors both treat them as medical events that can pose an infection risk, especially when the bite breaks the skin.
A scratch that looks small in the moment can still lead to:
● A doctor’s examination and wound cleaning
● Medicines and dressings
● Follow-up consultations if the doctor advises observation or further care
From an insurance perspective, this matters because claims are usually assessed on medical necessity and documentation, not on how dramatic the injury appears in a photo.
How International Travel Insurance Looks at an Animal Bite
Most travel policies are built around emergency medical expenses for unexpected illness or accidental injury abroad. A bite or scratch usually fits the accidental injury bucket, but coverage is rarely blanket.
In many plans, the following may be considered if a doctor prescribes them and bills and medical notes support them:
● Consultation and outpatient treatment
● Emergency care and procedures, such as wound dressing or stitches, if clinically required
● Prescribed medicines and investigations
● Hospitalisation if the treating doctor confirms it is needed
Common Reasons Claims Get Reduced or Rejected
This is the part travellers often miss. Insurers usually do not deny claims because an animal was involved. Claims become difficult when the event looks avoidable, the reporting is delayed, or the paperwork is weak.
Avoidable-Risk Situations Insurers Scrutinise
Policies commonly exclude or limit claims linked to unsafe conduct or preventable exposure. For animal bites, scrutiny may increase if the incident appears connected to:
● Provoking, feeding, or trying to handle wild animals
● Ignoring warning signs at tourist spots
● Being intoxicated at the time of the incident
● Activities that a policy lists as excluded or restricted
The takeaway is simple: if your own description sounds like a risky choice rather than a sudden accident, the insurer may challenge it.
Delays, Missing Papers, and Policy Conditions
Even when your incident is genuinely accidental, claims can still stall due to basics such as:
● Not informing the insurer or assistance partner within the required time
● Missing itemised bills, prescriptions, or clinical notes
● No proof of travel dates or passport entry details when requested
● Submitting only pharmacy slips without a doctor’s consultation record
International travel insurance is paperwork-driven. If you document it well, you reduce the chance of avoidable back-and-forth.
What to Do If You Are Bitten or Scratched in Bali
Your health comes first, always. But a few sensible steps can protect your recovery and keep your insurance file clean.
Medical Steps That Help You and Your Claim
Act fast, stay calm, and get proper care before worrying about bills.
● Clean the wound promptly and seek medical care, even if it seems minor
● Follow the doctor’s advice, including follow-ups if recommended
● Avoid self-medicating in place of a clinical assessment, because insurers often ask for a doctor’s report
Claim Notes and Documents to Collect
Keep these handy; they’ll save time and avoid follow-up questions later.
● Doctor’s notes that mention the nature of injury, treatment given, and advised next steps
● Prescriptions and pharmacy invoices
● Itemised hospital or clinic bills
● A brief written note of where and when it happened, while it is still fresh in your mind
Final Word
Animal bites in Bali are not rare, and they are not always dramatic, which is exactly why travellers underestimate them. Many travel policies can cover bite-related medical treatment when it is accidental and medically necessary, but the outcome depends on your policy terms and the quality of your documentation. If you buy cover thoughtfully, keep the assistance number handy, and respond sensibly if an incident happens, you give yourself the best chance of both good medical care and a smoother claim experience.
