Pembroke, Bermuda, February 25, 2026 – PartnerRe today announced the receipt of regulatory approval to establish a branch office in GIFT City, Gujarat, India. The new operation forms part of PartnerRe’s Asia Pacific reinsurance business, under the leadership of James Beedle, CEO of Partner Reinsurance Asia Pte. Ltd. and CEO P&C APAC.
This strategic expansion reinforces the company’s long-term commitment to the Indian market and the broader region. PartnerRe’s GIFT City branch will provide support to Indian clients, enhancing responsiveness, regulatory alignment, and ease of doing business, offering locally the depth of PartnerRe’s global underwriting expertise and capital strength.
James Beedle, CEO of Partner Reinsurance Asia Pte. Ltd. and CEO P&C APAC, commented: “We are delighted to be able to establish our GIFT City branch and deepen our support for Indian insurers and regionally. This milestone reflects our commitment to the region and our confidence in India’s dynamic risk landscape. With our experienced local team and global resources, we look forward to building lasting partnerships and supporting our clients’ growth.”
PartnerRe Ltd. is a leading global (re)insurer that helps insurance companies reduce their earnings volatility, strengthen their capital and grow their businesses through reinsurance solutions. Risks are underwritten on a worldwide basis through the Company’s three segments: P&C, Specialty, and Life and Health. For the year ended December 31, 2024, total revenues were $9.1 billion. At June 30, 2025, total assets were $35.0 billion, total capital was $11.6 billion and total shareholders’ equity was $9.6 billion. PartnerRe maintains strong financial strength ratings as follows: A.M. Best A+ / Moody’s A1 / Standard & Poor’s A+.
