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Joint appeal by the E6 insurance markets for a more competitive Europe

Ahead of the E6 Finance Ministers’ meeting in Berlin, the insurance associations of Europe’s six largest insurance markets, at the initiative of the GDV, are calling for a more ambitious competitiveness agenda for Europe.

Vehicle repair costs through 2040: inflation is eating up the savings from modern safety technology

GDV analysis: Driver assistance systems reduce accidents but not repair costs. Expensive, complex vehicles offset the savings.
Media release from 27/05/2026
Europe’s demographic challenge: how to guarantee intergenerational fairness in pensions and beyond

Europe’s ageing population strains pension systems and raises fairness concerns. At a GDV event, experts said the challenge is manageable with timely action.
Article from 12/05/2026
Property insurance: Natural hazards caused €1.4 billion in damage in 2025

GDV presented new figures on natural catastrophe losses in property insurance. After the loss-heavy previous year, 2025 was significantly more moderate.
Media release from 30/04/2026
Risk situation for marine insurers in the Gulf Region remains high – but the market continues to function

The transport insurance market stays stable despite the Strait of Hormuz blockade: coverage remains available despite higher risks in the Middle East.
Media release from 17/04/2026
From risk to readiness: advancing climate resilience in Europe

Climate risks are becoming more frequent and severe. But how can resilience to climate risks be strengthened and disaster protection optimized in Europe?
Article from 15/04/2026
Simplification with impact: driving Europe’s global leadership

At an event hosted by the GDV office in Brussels, discussions focused on how the EU can strengthen its competitiveness and the role insurers can play.
Article from 18/03/2026

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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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