QBE - An integral part of the Australian business landscape

QBE has been providing peace of mind to Australians and overseas clients for more than 120 years.

QBE Australia is a member of the QBE Insurance Group, Australia’s largest international insurance and reinsurance group and one of the top 25 in the world. They operate in all key insurance markets with offices in 45 countries staffed by around 13,000 team members.

Since those early beginnings and through stable growth, merger and strategic acquisition, QBE has grown to become one of the top 25 insurers and reinsurers worldwide.

What does QBE stand For?

1886 The North Queensland Insurance Company Limited is founded in Townsville.

1921 The Bankers’ and Traders’ Insurance Company Limited is formed; the “B” in QBE.

1959 The final letter in QBE’s name was put in place with the acquisition of the Equitable Probate and General Insurance Company.

General Insurer of the Year

QBE are proud to have been named General Insurer of the Year by the National Insurance Brokers Association (NIBA) for the past seven years. This is arguably the industry’s highest accolade.