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With articles written by our senior executives, underwriters, claims managers, and actuaries, along with guest contributors, we share timely insights and information to help keep you and your team informed. Below is a recent selection from around the world.

Navigating Cyber Risks in Marine and Upstream Energy Re/insurance Business: The Path to Cyber Clause JX2023-019
In October 2023 the Joint Excess Loss Committee published a new Cyber Clause to encompass the various coverages in the marine and upstream energy insurance market in one reinsurance clause. The author gives a detailed description of the clause and how it was designed to address the current challenges.
Jens Voges
Weight Loss Medication of the Future – Will We Soon Live in a Society Without Obesity?
GLP-1 analogues have received a lot of publicity in the past couple of years. Initially being licensed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, they are increasingly used to help people lose weight. We provide an overview of the latest weight loss medications, their applications, known risks and side-effects.
Dr. Katharina Dorn
Knife or Needle: Will the New Weight Loss Medication Replace Bariatric Surgery?
Obesity is a chronic, relapsing disease and requires long-term management. Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) analogue semaglutide, approved as a weight loss medication, brought a promising alternative to surgical treatment. We describe the effects of GLP-1 analogues and compares them to bariatric surgery.
Dr. Sandra Mitic
Strategies for Engaging Policyholder Advocates and Enhancing Claims Handling Efficiency
Most insurance professionals have crossed paths with policyholder advocates during the claims process and know they can add complexity to a claim. Here is a look at some practical strategies insurers can implement to help facilitate smoother interactions that are beneficial to all parties.
Jessica Clarke
Risky Left Turns – What About a Roundabout?
When it comes to the hazardous action of turning left, there are many contributing factors. Multiple studies have found significant benefits of roundabouts versus traditional controlled intersections. Let’s take a look at some statistics.
David Hurt

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Our self-hosted events focus on practical and hands-on knowledge readily applicable to your everyday work. Gen Re experts often speak at insurance industry events, sharing knowledge with clients, prospective clients, and other industry participants.

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We have been a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies since 1998. We have consistently earned superior financial strength ratings from each of the major rating agencies. 

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YEARS of service

In 2021 we celebrated 100 years of Service in the U.S. – and 175 years of the historical Cologne Re (now General Reinsurance AG) in Germany, the world’s first and oldest reinsurer.

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With $17.7 billion in capital and $13.5 billion in net premiums written, we only make promises we can keep.

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