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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.

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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.

What Are We to Make of Cannabis Use in The Insured Population?
The use of cannabis as a medical treatment continues to grow, but how effective is this substance? We discuss various opinions and studies on the effectiveness of cannabis for certain conditions, and the importance of evidence-based risk frameworks for underwriters.
Dr. Chris Ball, Graeme Urquhart
Gearing Up for Group Life Peak Season
For Group Life carriers, this is the season where Evidence of Insurability applications are on the rise – for some companies, 75% of annual applications are received and processed during “peak season”. Here’s a look at the main challenges and some underwriting suggestions.
Joe Iannetti
PFAS – Rougher Waters Ahead?
Recent U.S. regulatory activity and lawsuit outcomes concerning PFAS chemicals point to a decades-long slog for the insurance industry. Here's a look at their potential health risks, the current regulatory and legal climates, and suggestions as to how carriers should proceed going forward.
Timothy Fletcher
Body Mass Index as a Predictor of Cardiovascular Health
Cancer, heart attack, and stroke are leading causes of Critical Illness claims and have a significant impact on individuals and the healthcare systems. A higher BMI is linked to an increased risk of CVD. Lifestyle changes can mitigate CVD risk and insurance plays a key role in promoting healthier living.
Orchis Li
Secondary Peril Events Are Becoming “Primary.” How Should the Insurance Industry Respond?
Secondary peril events and severe convective storms continue to wreak havoc on personal residences, commercial enterprises, and their insurers. Projections stated that we’d see more tornadoes than hail events due to warmer and wetter weather. The latest data points validate those forecasts.
Timothy Fletcher

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.

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Why Gen Re?

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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. 

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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Quick Facts

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our network at your service

2000 associates in 22 countries and 37 offices. Local service, with global expertise when you need it.

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

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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