Climate risk scale Descartes Underwriting is a climate and emerging risks specialist with a global footprint across 60+ countries and 20+ offices, offering scalable parametric and tailored insurance solutions that appeal to multinational corporations seeking unified coverage for climate, cyber, and other high-severity risks.

Parametric leadership Positioned as a global leader in parametric (re)insurance, Descartes leverages cutting-edge data science and meteorology expertise to deliver rapid, transparent coverage, making them a go-to partner for brokers seeking innovative risk transfer for complex, climate-driven events.

Strategic partnerships Recent collaborations with Oak Global and Nextpower indicate a strategy to expand market access and product applicability (nat cat, data center, solar SLW) through carrier-backed capacity and site-level data integrations, presenting cross-sell opportunities with brokers serving energy, utilities, and critical infrastructure clients.

Executive growth New leadership appointments including a Chief Strategy Officer and a strong executive ensemble signal a focus on strategic growth, market expansion, and product innovation, creating openings for enterprise partnerships and advisory-driven sales conversations with mid-to-large corporate clients.

Financial health With substantial funding and over $15 billion in client capacity delivered through brokers, Descartes demonstrates financial backing and execution capability, enabling confidence in scaling complex programs for brokers handling large corporate and public sector portfolios.