Mergers & acquisitions (M&A)
Research: State of the Risk Management Nation: Part Two: External influences
In the second part of the research, risk managers tell Michèle Bacchus their thoughts about regulation, brokers, and consolidation.
Q&A: Paul Tasker, Tasker Insurance Group
After consolidating a number of acquisitions, Paul Tasker, Tasker Insurance Group CEO, tells Peta Fuller what is next for the group
C-Suite Europe: Ageas' Bart De Smet on mergers and alliances
Recent consolidation moves must not overshadow the business opportunities offered by joint ventures: the acronym M&A could be redefined as mergers and alliances.
Lark acquires Euromarine Insurance Services
Lark Group has strengthened its position in the marine sector with the acquisition of Euromarine Insurance Services, a specialist marine insurance intermediary and underwriting agent.
Covent Bridge completes first UK acquisition
Investigation firm Covent Bridge Group has acquired Surrey-headquartered BDL Investigations, marking its first acquisition in the UK.
Penny Black's guide to the 2016 Biba conference
With many delegates already in Manchester ahead of the 2016 British Insurance Brokers’ Association conference, one thought it might be worth penning a few thoughts about what Penny will be looking out for at the event to the tune of a few local…
CSC completes deal with Xchanging
US-headquartered CSC announced it has completed its acquisition of Xchanging.
GRP set to make more acquisitions after latest Northern Ireland deal
Global Risk Partners is looking for more regional acquisitions across the country after investing in two brokers in Northern Ireland.
Interview: David Ross, Towergate
Towergate CEO David Ross talks to Stephanie Denton about how he intends to make his employer the broker rivals love to hate again.
Weald Insurance Brokers acquires insurance business of Steadman & Hozier
Kent-based Weald Insurance Brokers has acquired the insurance business of South Croydon-based Steadman & Hozier for a sum of around £5m.
Covent Bridge in talks to make trio of acquisitions
Investigation firm Covent Bridge Group is in discussions to make three acquisitions as it looks to expand its UK and European footprint.
Stream UK to undergo rebrand under new management
Stream Claim Services UK will undergo a rebranding in the coming months, as the company plans expansion under new ownership.
Stream UK sold after parent group goes into liquidation
Stream Claims Services UK has been sold off for an undisclosed sum by its struggling Australian parent company.
AmTrust to acquire ANV for $218.7m
AmTrust has announced it will buy ANV Holdings for $218.7m (£151m) in what it describes as a “transformative transaction” for the company.
Fourth company acquired by Bluefin in 2016
Bluefin Insurance has announced its fourth acquisition for the year, with Liverpool-based Exchange Insurance Services the broker’s latest purchase.
DWF acquires niche law firm Fox Hartley
Law firm DWF will acquire a smaller rival, Fox Hartley, in order to broaden its specialist insurance offering.
Gallagher swoops for two US retail brokers
Arthur J Gallagher has acquired two US retail insurance brokers in deals that closely follow it agreeing an $800m unsecured credit facility earmarked for acquisitions.
Simply Business indicates growth appetite after Aquiline purchase
SME broker Simply Business is expecting a "suite of investments" following its purchase by Aquiline Capital Partners, as CEO Jason Stockwood said the two companies have a shared ambition.
Gallagher earmarks $800m facility for acquisitions
US-headquartered Arthur J Gallagher has entered into a five-year $800m (£561m) unsecured credit facility with a group of banks pegged for acquisitions.
Blog: Five things I have learnt about insurance in five weeks
Since joining Post at the end of February, I have come to appreciate just how important insurance is to business. They both go hand in hand. Without insurance, business simply could not operate. Insurance is the grease to the wheels of the commercial…
Thomas Carroll expands South Wales footprint with Monmouthshire deal
Thomas Carroll has acquired South Wales commercial insurance broker Monmouthshire Insurance Services, a subsidiary of the Monmouthshire Building Society Group.
FL360 looks to rehab growth as it acquires majority stake in Corpore TTN
FL360, the holding company of Speed Medical Examination Services, has acquired a majority stake in Corpore TTN, the independent rehabilitation and injury management firm.
Broker investments: What makes the sector so appealing to private equity?
There have been a string of investments in the insurance broking sector over recent years – from refinancing to MBOs. Just what is it about the market that makes it so attractive to private equity?
Former Sterling MD Blundell steps down as deputy CEO of Covea Insurance
Covéa Insurance has announced that John Blundell, the company’s deputy chief executive, will be leaving the business at the end of May.