Howden
Howden is a global insurance intermediary group with employee ownership at its heart. Founded in 1994, it provides insurance broking, reinsurance broking and underwriting services and solutions to clients ranging from individuals to the largest multinational companies.
The group operates in 56 countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, the USA, Australia and New Zealand, employing 22,000 people and handling $47bn (USD) of premium on behalf of clients.
Aston Lark buys Braddons
Braddons is a specialist corporate broker.
A-Plan delivers rising turnover and profit after Howden takeover
The high street specialist has grown its commercial centres to 40.
Howden restructures executive team ahead of Aston Lark completion
As previously announced, Carl Shuker will lead UK & Ireland business as CEO with Peter Blanc as executive chairman.
Analysis: Spotlight falls on personal lines amid consolidation frenzy
After a record breaking year for deals by value and volume, specialists analyse what is driving the market and where the acquisition rush will go next. Emmanuel Kenning reports.
Howden appoints WTW’s Aubert as CEO in France
Luigi Sturani, regional CEO of Howden Europe, revealed that the first key step in expanding Howden France was to find a “respected and credible leader” in the market, adding that Aubert was a “natural fit”.
Howden reports 48% revenue rise for 2021
The broker, which recently bought Aston Lark, also reveals organic growth of 19% for the year.
Aston Lark buys Phoenix Healthcare
Phoenix specialises in corporate healthcare provision and is Aston Lark’s second deal in 2022.
Aston Lark makes first deal of 2022
Consolidator buys Mainstay Insurance, a commercial broker headquartered in Hove.
Aston Lark buys PMI book
The consolidator has added the client book of Choice Benefits to its portfolio.
Howden buys boutique broker, Ross Insurance Group
The business, based in Surbiton, specialises in financial and construction risks.
Aston Lark acquires Philip Williams & Company
The Warrington broker, which provides insurance to Police Federations and other law enforcement agencies in the UK, is the second deal in a week for the consolidator.
Innovation Broking CEO lifts lid on sale
Paul Dickson tells Insurance Age about the sales process and discusses the future for Innovation Broking as part of Aston Lark.
News Analysis - How is US money reshaping the UK market?
David Worsfold explores the power of the dollar in broking and examines the drivers behind US investment into the UK market.
David Howden calls for collaboration in disaster relief funding
At the World Climate Summit, Howden stressed insurance was the key to unlocking the private capital needed to address the £14.8bn ($20bn) disaster relief shortfall.
Kelly Ogley takes A-Plan CEO role
The moves sees group CEO, Carl Shuker, remain to focus on the wider business which includes Endsleigh, Assured Futures and KGM.
News analysis: Consolidators put up 'for sale' signs
Following Howden’s acquisition of Aston Lark, Insurance Age reached out to M&A advisers and brokers to get some insight into the future for the current crop of consolidators.
Should brokers go down the employee ownership route?
Experts say employee ownership increases staff retention and encourages staff to work together, but take-up among brokers is low.
Aston Lark buys Bainbridge Collins in Birmingham
Consolidator says latest deal will enhance its mid-corporate capability in the West Midlands.
Aston Lark buys Absolute Products in 24th deal of the year
Latest acquisition comes after it was announced that Howden is to buy the consolidator, creating a £6bn GWP giant.
Blanc aims to double Aston Lark business for Howden
Peter Blanc details opportunities for Aston Lark now it is off the private equity “rollercoaster” and part of another employee-owned broker.
Howden buys Aston Lark
The deal is Howden’s largest acquisition to date and creates a £6bn GWP UK business in “deal a decade in the making”.
A-Plan makes first deal in Wales
Watkin Davies brings £10m in GWP to A-Plan as the broker looks to grow further in commercial lines.
Dive In kicks off today with a focus on active allyship
The festival runs over three days with mental health, gender equality and racial inclusion highlighted as key issues to be tackled as a priority in the insurance sector.
Brokers win big at the British Insurance Awards
Aston Lark, All Clear, Howden, Plan Group, Staysure, and Tysers all took home trophies on the night.