Our purpose defines who we are, who our stakeholders are, and the impact we want to have in the world.  It builds on our legacy and better reflects how we serve the needs of our customers, employees, partners and society.

We have spent the last 150 years going above and beyond to protect the people who put their trust in us.  We recognize the dramatic changes happening in our societies, whether driven by climate change or the effects of technology on work and the way we live our lives. In an era of unprecedented change, we are determined to shape a future in which we can all thrive.