History

A History of Success Built on Service, Innovation and Attention to Detail

Transatlantic Reinsurance Company was founded in 1977 with less than $50 million of capital. Since then, we have built the company by offering constructive, flexible solutions backed by our promise to pay. Throughout, we have stuck to our principles: get close to our customers (so we better understand your needs); employ the best talent (so we can better serve you); invest in the best technology (so we can better analyze the risks we assume). We have priced and assumed the most complex of risks, and we provided the most flexible, transparent, and economic capital protection available.

A Global Property and Casualty Franchise

Today, Transatlantic Reinsurance Company has more than 90 times our starting capital, more than 60 times our starting staff, and 23 times more offices, but we are still one team. We combine global reach, strong financials, broad product offerings and wide ranging market expertise to be recognized industry leaders, offering insights into emerging risks and exposures.  

The Future – Continuing to Adapt to Continuous Change

In return for current premiums, we promise to pay future claims. Honoring that promise requires the strength of our analysis and our balance sheet. We believe that a company that diversifies its sources and lines of business, its customers, team members and leaders is a company that can accurately value risk.