Descartes Underwriting
@DescartesUWing
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A new generation of insurance that builds resilience for corporate & public sector clients worldwide against climate, cyber and other emerging risks
Paris, France
Joined November 2018
We are proud to share that Ben Qin has been promoted to Head of Asia Pacific and WeeBeng Seow will be the acting Head of Southeast Asia. We believe these appointments will further enhance Descartes’ ability to deliver tailored risk solutions. Read more:.
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We’re proud to announce the launch of our new parametric flood insurance in the US. Flood depth is measured in real-time thanks to precise on-site sensors, and economic losses resulting from fluvial, pluvial and coastal flooding are covered. Learn more:.
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We’re proud to announce a strategic investment from Battery Ventures & that Marcus Ryu, Partner at Battery Ventures and former CEO & co-founder of Guidewire Software, will join Descartes as a board observer. Read the full article from Reinsurance News:.
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We're honored to announce that Descartes has been selected to join the #Next40 Class of 2025, presented by @LaFrenchTech!. Thanks to the French Tech Mission for their support, our brokers, corporate clients, and risks carriers for their trust, and our team for their dedication.
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We are pleased to welcome two new senior Operations & Claims leaders, Sophie Bassoulet and Kelly Collet-Jones, at Descartes. Their expertise will further enhance Descartes’ efficiency and quality during a period of rapid growth. Read more:. #Operations
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Wildfires can ignite and spread rapidly due to natural factors like seasonality and wind. Being prepared is essential, and parametric insurance offers a reliable way to stay protected. Read our latest scientific paper on wildfire risk here:. #Wildfire
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Unpredictable and financially devastating. Discover how parametric insurance can support companies in building resilience against #earthquakerisk in our 8th edition of Understanding Global Natural Perils. Read the full scientific paper here:.
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We’re proud to share that @DescartesUWing is shortlisted for the ‘Best Captive or ART Solution’ award at the #AxcoAwards 2025. At the @Axcoinfo Summit, Blanca and Matthew will be discussing how parametric insurance can help companies maintain resilience. #DescartesUnderwriting
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@DescartesUWing is expanding its unique ‘Cyber Shutdown Cover’ insurance policy to enterprises in Spain, alongside an optional third-party Cyber Liability coverage. Find out more in our press release:. #Cyber #ParametricInsurance.
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At @DescartesUWing, we’re thrilled to share that 2024 has been a year of innovation and expansion, with over $200M in GWP. Be sure to check out our “2024 Highlights” video to learn more about how our efforts and achievements have made a significant #impact throughout the year
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Check out our Co-founder and CSO, @K_Dedieu‘s piece for @InsEdgeOnline. He shares his insights on how AI in climate risk modeling is enhancing resilience against natural perils–especially wildfires. Read more:.
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Descartes Underwriting & Generali GC&C launch the Lumyna Twelve Capital Parametric ILS Fund—a major step in expanding parametric solutions for NatCat insurance. Learn more:
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We’re honored to be named "MGA of the Year" by The Insurer! This reflects the trust of our brokers, clients, and risk carriers—special thanks to @GENERALI GC&C. Huge gratitude to the Descartes team for making this possible. Thank you for being part of our journey and growth!
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Descartes’ CO-founder & CSO @K_Dedieu and Head of AUS & NZ Lynn Roehrig spoke to @medianettweets about BOM’s report on rising extreme weather. Backed by climate risk expertise, our parametric approach delivers fresh capacity in exposed areas. Read more:
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Protect against the unpredictable this summer Even if there is still a lot of uncertainty for the next season, long-range weather forecasts are predicting another summer of storms and cyclones ahead,...
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We’re proud to expand our presence in Latin America with a new office in Mexico City! Welcome Francisco J Herrera as our Country Manager for Mexico!
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Check out our Head of SEA, Robert Drysdale's interview with @intelligentins. He covers the rise of parametric in reinsurance, new parametric products, and the industry's focus on secondary perils.
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A parametric reinsurance revolution is under way in APAC: Descartes
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Descartes & SERTIT have secured support from the French space agency @CNES through the AmbitionAval initiative. Using high-res Earth data, we’ll be assessing damage from disasters like wildfires and hurricanes. Learn more:
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Tune in to hear our CEO & Co-Founder @Tanguy_Touffut's insights on the benefits of parametric cover in the latest @NTTDATA Insurance Thought Leadership Podcast.
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RT @artemisbm: Descartes Underwriting hires OTT Risk’s James as Commercial Director, UK & Ireland
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Descartes Underwriting, the parametric insurance and data-driven risk transfer specialist managing general agency (MGA), has hired former OTT Risk
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RT @argusassurance: [Nominations] Descartes Underwriting revoit sa direction pour accélérer son développement >
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L’assurtech, spécialiste de l’assurance paramétrique et depuis peu lancée sur le cyber, connaît plusieurs mouvements pour asseoir sa croissance. Elle va également ouvrir... - [Tech]
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