Asteron Life has supported New Zealanders since 1878, helping customers protect their families, their livelihoods and what matters most. As we become Acenda Life, that commitment will continue, strengthened by our greater scale, deep experience and the long-term strength of Nippon Life.
In New Zealand, we are bringing together Asteron Life’s trusted local presence with Resolution Life New Zealand to create a stronger life insurance business for customers, advisers and partners. The change is expected to be carefully phased from 2027 and remains subject to regulatory approval.
Across Australia and New Zealand, Acenda Life brings together leading life insurance businesses under the ownership of Nippon Life. Together, we support more than 2 million customers across the region and draw on over 175 years of combined experience.
What this means for customers
As we become Acenda Life, our New Zealand customers remain our priority. Policies, cover, benefits, premiums, claims rights and customer support remain unchanged.
We will keep our customers and partners informed and support them with care.
Part of the Nippon Life Group
Asteron Life New Zealand is now owned by Nippon Life Insurance Company, one of the world’s leading life insurance companies and Japan’s largest private asset owner.
Founded in 1889, Nippon Life brings global scale, deep insurance expertise and long-term financial strength as we establish Acenda Life in New Zealand.
Its investment in our region reflects a clear commitment to New Zealand and gives Acenda Life strong foundations for the future.
Frequently asked questions
Asteron Life and Resolution Life New Zealand will become Acenda Life in New Zealand.
This means Asteron Life’s trusted local presence and Resolution Life New Zealand’s experience will be brought together under one brand and one New Zealand business.
This change is expected to be carefully phased from 2027 and remains subject to regulatory approval. We will keep customers, advisers and partners informed as planning continues.
No. Nothing changes today for Asteron Life customers. There is no immediate impact to policies, cover, benefits, premiums, claims rights or the way we support you.
No. Customers and partners do not need to take any action today. We will contact customers, advisers and partners directly if any action is required.
The change is expected to be carefully phased from 2027 and remains subject to regulatory approval. We will keep customers, advisers and partners informed as planning continues.