Who Owns FM?
FM is the master brand of FM, a mutual commercial property insurance company headquartered in Johnston, Rhode Island. Founded in 1835 as the Factory Mutual System and rebranded from FM Global to FM in 2024, it insures large industrial and commercial properties through an engineering-led loss prevention model.
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Who Owns FM?
- Parent Company: FM
- Ownership Type: Brand division
- Company Type: Privately Held
| Brand | Parent Company | Ownership Type |
|---|---|---|
| FM | FM | Brand division |
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History of FM
- Founded: 1835
- Founders: Zachariah Allen
Zachariah Allen founded the Factory Mutual System in Providence, Rhode Island in 1835, pioneering the idea that inspected, engineered buildings should pay lower premiums. The mutual group consolidated through the 20th century as FM Global, then shortened its name to FM in 2024. Chairman and CEO Malcolm Roberts leads the company, which insures roughly one in three Fortune 1000 companies.
About FM
The mutual commercial property insurer formerly known as FM Global, founded in 1835 and headquartered in Johnston, Rhode Island.
- Founded: 1835
- Headquarters: Johnston, Rhode Island, USA
- Company Type: Privately Held
Where Is FM Made / Based?
- Headquarters: Johnston, Rhode Island, USA
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Sources & Further Reading
- FM Official Site �
- FM Company Page � /companies/fm
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Competitors to FM
No direct competitors found in the same category. This could be because FMoperates in a unique market segment or we're still building our competitor database.
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