CEA is the European insurance and reinsurance federation. Through its 33 member bodies comprising of national insurance associations, CEA represents all types of insurance and reinsurance undertakings, be they pan-European companies, monoliners, mutuals or SMEs. CEA represents undertakings which account for approximately 94% of total European premium income. Insurance makes a major contribution to Europe’s economic growth and development.

CEA’s Mission is

- To draw the attention to issues of strategic interest to all European insurers and reinsurers in a sustainable manner
- To raise awareness of insurers and reinsurers roles in providing insurance protection and security to the community as well as the contribution to economic growth and development
- To promote– as the expert and representative voice of the insurance industry - a competitive and open market to the benefit of the European consumer as well as corporate clients

In order to achieve this, CEA:

represents all European insurers and reinsurers

CEA is the European insurance and reinsurance federation. Through its member bodies comprising of national insurance associations, CEA represents all types of insurance and reinsurance undertakings, including pan-European companies, monoliners, mutuals or SMEs. CEA represents undertakings which account for approximately 94% of total European premium income.

positions the European insurance industry within the European and global regulatory frameworks

CEA is the voice of the European insurance industry at European and international level. CEA is a fair and reliable partner and a contact point for institutions, politicians and supervisors. CEA provides services to the European and International institutions to the benefit of its members. In the regulatory process CEA develops, promotes and defends industry positions that are supported by technical research and expertise. Through government lobby, public affairs, industry forums and issue management, it contributes to achieve a positive political, social, business and economic environment.

provides a platform to its members

CEA provides the infrastructure for an exchange information and experience between members. CEA plays a supporting role in relation to its members and provides information and guidance on issues of interest to the European insurance sector. CEA promotes trust and confidence in the European insurance industry.