Brit Re is our 'A' rated (re)insurer, domiciled in Bermuda.

Brit Re was incorporated in 2007 and holds a Class 4 licence issued by the Bermuda Monetary Authority to underwrite (re)insurance business and holds a Financial Strength Rating and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating both of 'A' (Excellent) from AM Best. The ratings reflect Brit Re’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as very strong. Read more about our classification here.

Brit Re offers separately capitalised paper to our long-established Lloyd’s business. We provide (re)insurance solutions for clients based in the US and Bermuda, underwriting a diversified portfolio of property, casualty and specialty business both domestically and globally. We can also consider international business. We aim to add value for our clients, using our extensive experience in the class and our market leading claims service to deliver long term successful partnerships. 

Brit Re is a Fairfax company.

Brit Reinsurance (Bermuda) Limited is approved as a reciprocal jurisdiction (re)insurer in the US states listed here.

This status allows us to write business directly with cedents in those states without the need for local collateral, reducing administrative requirements and supporting more efficient reinsurance placements.

As a reciprocal jurisdiction (re)insurer, Brit Re can streamline cross-border transactions, providing cedents with greater flexibility and faster access to capital. This capability underpins long-term partnerships by enabling smooth, reliable trading across both domestic and international markets

Our focus is on delivering capacity and expertise that enables brokers to structure complex and high-value programs with confidence.

Core areas of participation include:

• Property (Re)Insurance – Covering catastrophe and non-catastrophe risks, including global property portfolios, natural perils and operational exposures.
• Casualty (Re)Insurance – Supporting liability, workers’ compensation, and other casualty programs with tailored capacity and flexible structures.
• Specialty (Re)Insurance – Including marine, energy, aviation, and other niche classes, where specialist underwriting insight and  experience are essential.

By offering a clear, structured appetite across these classes, Brit Re enables brokers to identify opportunities for partnership quickly, ensuring efficient placement and alignment with client risk profiles.

We provide (re)insurance solutions with a focus on combining specialist expertise and accessibility. Brokers and cedants benefit from direct engagement with experienced underwriters who have authority to make decisions, ensuring responsive and efficient placement processes.

Our team’s depth of technical knowledge means brokers can rely on insight-driven guidance for complex or high-value programs. This expertise is balanced with a commercially minded approach, enabling consistent support and practical solutions tailored to client needs.

By partnering with Brit Re, you gain a (re)insurance counterparty that offers both financial strength and operational agility, helping streamline trading, reduce complexity, and build long-term, trusted relationships.