Founded in 2016 under the name Dextra Versicherungen, Simpego Versicherungen AG has become an established online insurer, according to a statement released on Wednesday, with gross written premiums of 55,27 million francs. Pax and the Bayerische insurance group played a leading role as lead investors in building and establishing Simpego. Over time, Pax gradually increased its stake and most recently held a 61,33 percent majority interest. «By transferring Simpego to Visana, we are opening a new chapter in the development of this forward-looking online insurer. The acquisition also ensures continuity while offering Simpego employees new opportunities.