Matson flags M&A as key to Gallagher growth strategy

Simon Matson, CEO of UK broking and underwriting at Gallagher

Gallagher's UK business has reported 14% organic growth in Q1 2022 with EMEA CEO Simon Matson highlighting “advanced” deal discussions with a number of firms.

According to Matson the UK division “had a very strong quarter”.

Matson listed that UK retail delivered 10% growth and London Speciality, including its legacy UK-based Gallagher Re operations, achieved 17% growth.

Flagging the acquisition of motorcycle specialist Devitt Insurance he added: “M&A activity continues to be important element of our growth strategy.”

Continuing: “We are in advanced discussions with other UK firms and we expect to make further announcements in the coming months.”

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