Natural catastrophes
Reinsurance plays a large role in the financing of natural catastrophes and must be able to pay extreme loss amounts at short notice.
The increasing frequency of catastrophic events in recent years, coupled with rising concentrations of asset values in high-risk areas, require adequate coverage and pricing structures derived from the best scientific evidence available.
Experts at work
Scientific expertise on natural perils has been developed at Swiss Re over three decades. State-of-the-art risk assessment and rating tools, collaborative research with leading universities and risk modelling firms, and work in co-operation with international organisations like the OECD or the World Bank, are integral to its success. In keeping abreast of developments Swiss Re will continue to offer the best service to its clients.
Valued information
Swiss Re offers a comprehensive service range of CAT underwriting support, risk assessment tools, client consulting and more. Proprietary global databases of geographical and scientific information on natural perils help make these services possible.
