Central Insurance Company was incorporated as a public limited company on April 23, 1960. With its wide branch network spread, Central Insurance is operating in the non-life insurance business all over the country. It is one of the first and financially sound insurance companies in Pakistan.

Central Insurance was the Lead Insurer to 'Tasman Spirit' – Greek Salvor ship stranded at Karachi port on July 27, 2003. It also has the honour for receiving KSE Best Company Award for seven consecutive years.Central Insurance Limited is rated 'A' by JCR-VIS Credit Rating Company.