Partner Reinsurance Co US history

A further $650 million was raised from the IPO conducted in November 1993, and other investors made up the balance.

In November 1996, PartnerRe was also able to secure a coveted spot on the New York Stock Exchange.

1997 PartnerRe acquires SAFR, expanding its scope of business from specialized catastrophe to multiline reinsurer.

1998 PartnerRe acquires Winterthur Re, solidifying its position as a new leading global reinsurer.

In 1999 Swiss Re attempted to circumvent the stand-still agreement that had been put in place as part of the SAFR acquisition.

The year 2000 was marked by the retirement of its founding CEO at year's end.

2001 PartnerRe proves its stability and financial security despite sustaining $347 million in losses due to the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

"From Small Beginnings, An Insurance Powerhouse," Royal Gazette, August 23, 2003.

By 2004 net premiums increased to nearly $3.9 billion, while revenues grew to $4.2 billion and net income soared to $492 billion.

The company rebounded strongly in 2006, recording nearly $271 million in net income through the first six months.

2008 PartnerRe produces strong operating results against the backdrop of the global financial crisis and the third-worst year in history for catastrophes.

2009 PartnerRe becomes a top-five reinsurer worldwide following the acquisition of Paris Re.

2012 PartnerRe expands its specialty capabilities and product diversification with the acquisition of Presidio – a leading accident and health underwriter.

2016 PartnerRe acquired by EXOR, one of Europe’s leading investment companies.

2017 PartnerRe acquires Aurigen, a leading North American life reinsurance company.