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Our story

EQC Toka Tū Ake has undergone many changes since our scheme began, all in support of our mission to reduce the impact on people and property when natural hazard events occur. As our experience and understanding of the natural hazards facing Aotearoa New Zealand continues to evolve, so do we.

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Our name

We've changed our name to better represent the role our scheme plays in supporting New Zealanders.

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Our history

Over the years EQC Toka Tū Ake has evolved into one of the world’s leading providers of natural disaster insurance.

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The Public Enquiry

The Public Inquiry into the Earthquake Commission was provided to the Government in March 2020.