Private funding for public infrastructure

How institutional investors can contribute to a resilient Europe

Both Germany and Europe currently face significant infrastructure challenges, from ageing bridges to schools and rail systems. With public budgets under pressure across Member States, innovative financing models are essential. Institutional investors – such as insurers – can play a pivotal role in bridging this gap.

Basic protection for all: Insurers present framework for a safeguard system against natural catastrophes

Insurers in Germany have presented a framework that shows how natural catastrophes protection can remain available everywhere, insurable, and affordable.
Media release from 04/12/2025
ESRS reform: EFRAG proposals create new implementation burdens

Jörg Asmussen, CEO of the German Insurance Association (GDV), comments on the revision of the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS).
Statement from 04/12/2025
Digital omnibus – diving into objectives

Europe’s digital rules have grown increasingly complex, creating burdens for businesses, regulators, and consumers.
Article from 03/12/2025
Pension Survey 2025 shows: Many people are saving too little for retirement, safety remains the most important factor

The new Pension Survey shows that security remains the most important factor in retirement planning. At the same time many people are no longer saving.
Article from 26/11/2025
European Commission reforms PEPP: a chance for modern pension savings in Europe

With a new pension package, the European Commission aims to strengthen private retirement provision across the EU.
Media release from 21/11/2025
Digital Omnibus: progress in AI use – need for clarification on overlaps

GDV welcomes the European Commission’s initiative to better coordinate digital regulations.
Media release from 19/11/2025

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Sustainability Report 2024

The insurers operating in Germany have set themselves concrete sustainability targets with the adoption of the sustainability positioning. GDV documents the industry's progress and identifies current challenges in a detailed annual sustainability report.

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