River Re Limited

Reference number: 202756

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Authorisation being cancelled

This firm has asked the FCA to cancel its authorisation. It is still in force until the FCA processes the application, so existing business keeps its protection, but its regulated work is winding down.

Identity

Check their details

Compare these against whatever you were given. Scammers clone real firm names and reference numbers but use their own phone number and website, so a detail that does not match the register is the clearest warning sign there is.

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
02553288
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
30 October 1990 (35 years old)
Registered office
Brooke Lawrance House, 80 Civic Drive, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 2AN, England
Nature of business
  • Non-life reinsurance (SIC 65202)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Alain Marie Antoine Bernard De Lavernette Director Feb 1966 18 Aug 2020
William John Bower Director Apr 1948 18 Aug 2020
Shane Eric May Director Jan 1976 3 Jun 2021
Jennifer Nicole Lejeune Director Dec 1977 12 Apr 2023
Wolfgang Huber Director Apr 1973 1 Jan 2025
Alison Michelle Woolnough Secretary Not published 6 Apr 2021

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Hold or safeguard your money FSCS may apply
    Eligible deposits are typically protected by the FSCS up to £120,000 per person, per banking group.
  • Manage or trade investments FSCS may apply
    Eligible investment and pension claims are typically FSCS-protected up to £85,000 per person, depending on the product and your circumstances.
  • Sell or arrange insurance FSCS may apply
    Eligible insurance claims may be FSCS-protected, often 90%, or 100% for compulsory or long-term cover.

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  • Accepting Deposits
  • Arranging (bringing about) deals in investments
  • Assisting in the administration and performance of a contract of insurance
  • Carrying out contracts of insurance
  • Dealing in investments as principal
  • Making arrangements with a view to transactions in investments

Complaints: You can refer a complaint about this firm to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free, whichever activity it relates to.

Track record

FCA actions and complaints

No FCA disciplinary action, and no complaints recorded with the Ombudsman.

Previously registered as

The FCA register holds 4 earlier registered names for this firm. A registered name changes when a firm rebrands, and a partnership's changes whenever its partners do.

  • European Nichido Insurance Company Limited
  • RenaissanceRe (UK) Limited
  • Tokio Marine Global Ltd
  • Tokio Millennium Re (UK) Limited

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is River Re Limited FCA authorised?
River Re Limited (FRN 202756) is on the FCA register, but its authorisation is changing (authorisation being cancelled). Check the register before dealing with it.
Is my money safe with River Re?
It depends on the product, but eligible claims may be protected by the FSCS. You can also refer complaints about River Re to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is River Re a scam or clone?
River Re is a genuine FCA-listed firm. However, scammers sometimes clone authorised firms. Always check that the contact details you were given match those on the FCA register before sending money or sharing information.
What is River Re's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
River Re's FRN is 202756. You can verify it on the FCA register.