Italy's largest insurance company (and one of the largest in Europe), Assicurazioni Generali writes insurance for risks as varied as pensions and car insurance. Present in more than 60 countries, Generali's core businesses are involved in both life and property/casualty insurance (including accident, health, motor, fire, marine/aviation, and reinsurance). Generali is noted for being a leading insurer of satellite and space missions, which it has been covering since 1964. In more earthbound realms, the company targets individuals and small to midsized businesses, and has been in business since 1831.