On May 22nd, 2026, Kereis announced that it has entered into exclusive negotiations for the acquisition of Santiane, a leading player in wholesale brokerage and the distribution of health and protection insurance in France, thereby strengthening its development strategy and its leadership in insurance brokerage.
Rationale
The proposed combination with Kereis would create a multi-specialist player combining recognised expertise in creditor insurance, health, protection, property & casualty insurance and digital distribution. Kereis is a European brokerage and services group specialising in individual insurance, with a focus on health, protection, and credit insurance.
Built on complementary activities, the combination would also diversify the group’s distribution channels, with a platform drawing on major banking and insurance partnerships, wholesale brokerage, digital and direct brokerage. It would thereby strengthen the group’s diversification, accelerate its development in high-growth segments and consolidate its position among France’s leading brokers.
Santiane at a glance
Founded in 2006, Santiane is a leading player in individual insurance brokerage in France, specialising in health, protection and credit insurance. The group has developed a B2B and B2C multi-channel model combining digital distribution, wholesale brokerage and technology solutions. Operating through several specialist brands and entities, Santiane serves more than 750,000 clients and is underpinned by a strong culture of innovation and customer relationships.
