Jensten Group snaps up UK motor broking specialist
Jensten Group has bought specialist broker Bellegrove, boosting its presence in UK motor trade and fleet insurance.
The deal brings £15m of gross written premium, 3,000 clients and 37 staff into the Jensten Group.
Kent-based Bellegrove provides insurance and risk management solutions under the Direct Motor Trade brand to over 2500 garages across the UK, from sole-traders to national franchises.
Bellegrove also has a large fleet insurance book with a focus on the chauffeur and construction sectors.
The bolstered motor trade division will sit alongside the other practices in Jensten including tour operators
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