TOP

LOGIN

As your reinsurer, we do not merely assume your risks – we help you manage them.

Transfer your severity exposure to Gen Re on an Individual Risk or Treaty basis, or a combination of the two. We will deliver the best solutions to meet your business objectives.

Life & Health Solutions

Our Knowledge

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.

View all Knowledge
Publication
Dying Gracefully – Legal, Ethical, and Insurance Perspectives on Medical Assistance in Dying
As medical assistance in dying becomes more common and legally regulated globally, insurers face new challenges in underwriting, claims handling, and policy wording. We examine legal, ethical, and operational considerations, including suicide clauses and advance care planning.
Annika Luckmann, Dr. Chris Ball, Dr. John O’Brien September 25, 2025
Read More
Publication
Is Human Trafficking the Next Big Liability Exposure for Insurers?
While sound underwriting, risk management and claims handling are important components of mitigating human trafficking risk, they may not be sufficient on their own. Given the increasing number of U.S. court cases, insurers should learn more about and manage this exposure.
Matt Burns, Tim Fletcher September 22, 2025
Read More
Publication
Public Administrations’ Liability – Jurisprudential Evolution, Insurance Implications, and a Comparative Analysis Across Countries
This article focuses on the public administrations’ liability under Article 2051 of the Italian Civil Code, analyzing the evolution of jurisprudence, the role of the injured party’s conduct, and the impact on the Italian insurance market. It also offers a comparative analysis across different countries.
Federica Ermacora September 10, 2025
Read More
Publication
Essential Abilities Insurance – An Attractive and Innovative Product for all Markets
Essential Abilities Insurance offers a cost-effective, accessible alternative to traditional disability insurance, with simple structures and clear benefit triggers. It’s a high-potential product for insurers seeking growth in the disability market.
Sabrina Link July 24, 2025
Read More
Publication
From AU to Next Gen – Understanding the Latest Underwriting Trends
Accelerated Underwriting programs have become an industry standard in Life insurance and continue to evolve rapidly. As we collect new industry insights through our latest survey, we took a look back at trends and discuss the exciting redesign & rebrand for our 2025 “Next Gen Underwriting” survey.
Beth Brown, Frank Chechel, Parag Shah, Blaise Zander July 17, 2025
Read More

Events

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.

See All Events
Events

Why Gen Re?

Card Image

Our People

We are The People Behind the Promise® – and we value all our client relationships. Gen Re clients and their needs are at the forefront of our daily activities. 

Contact Us
Card Image

Our Expertise

Our insights and technical knowledge keep clients up to date to enhance their competitive advantage. It is our pledge to add our knowledge to yours.

View Knowledge
Card Image

Our Financial Strength

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. 

Financial Info
Card Image

Our Unique Shareholder

Berkshire Hathaway’s unique business culture and capital strength gives Gen Re the freedom to focus on long-term underwriting results – allowing us to more effectively navigate the volatility of the re/insurance business, now and in the future.

About Us

Join Our Team

Shape your career with Gen Re. Take the next step and become a part of our worldwide team of skilled professionals.

Go Now
Michelle Yoshida

Quick Facts

Card Image
2100

our network at your service

2100 associates in 22 countries and 37 offices. Local service, with global expertise when you need it.

Contact Us
Card Image
100+

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.

Our History
Card Image
$19B

The difference is...the quality of the promise®

With $19.2 billion in capital and $14.5 billion in net premiums written, we only make promises we can keep.

Financial Info