Mergers & acquisitions (M&A)
European Commission clears Aon/WTW merger
But the deal is still on hold as a November trial looms in the United States and the New Zealand Commerce Commission also raises competition concerns.
Aston Lark buys golf specialist
Linkscover provides insurance to many golf clubs in the UK.
Partners& boss highlights advice-led focus after Kudos buy
CEO Phil Barton reveals how the recent Kudos deal came about and discusses how the purchase of a loss adjuster will enhance the broker's client proposition.
JM Glendinning targets further growth after Bickley buy
Group CEO Nick Houghton discusses how the Bickley deal came about and reveals plans to acquire 10 to 15 more businesses in the next three to five years.
Travel broker Staysure buys Rock Insurance Group
Rock will continue to be managed as a standalone business under the leadership of MD Antony Martin.
Aston Lark adds wholesale specialist to portfolio
The broker bought London-based ES Risks for an undisclosed sum.
Castle Insurance Services buys Seaham-based broker
MD Paul Younger says Castle has further deals in the pipeline as it targets £10m in GWP.
JM Glendinning parent buys first broker in the South
Bickley Insurance, which is based in Surrey, has been purchased for an undisclosed sum.
More acquisitions in the pipeline after Jensten closes largest deal to date
CEO Alistair Hardie discusses Jensten's acquisition strategy and why Tasker "fits the bill" for what the business is looking for.
Partners& buys loss adjuster Kudos
The broker hopes that the purchase will offer clients and insurers a better overview of risks.
Jensten buys Tasker
Deal includes Tasker Insurance Brokers, Tasker & Partners, and Gresham Underwriting and brings £50m GWP to Jensten.
Joe Henderson selects Teesside for Attis branch opening
It is the third location for Henderson's newest venture, Attis Insurance, which he developed after selling Henderson Insurance Brokers to Aon in 2017.
Willis IRM buys Playle Russell (Special Risks) and Thatchline
The Belfast-based broker is taking further steps towards its UK expansion with its Southern England purchase.
Arch Re buys Somerset Bridge
The deal also adds Arron Banks’ Southern Rock Holdings to the reinsurer’s portfolio.
Interview: Howard Lickens and Mike Edgeley
Edgeley discusses taking the CEO spot at Clear Insurance following Lickens’ decision to step aside and focus on M&A.
Amicus completes MBO backed by Shawbrook Bank
Co-founder Adam Scott says the broker is now looking to grow both organically and via acquisitions.
US DoJ files lawsuit to block Aon/WTW merger
The two brokers have said they disagree with the move after the DoJ warns merger would “create a broking behemoth” and “threatens to eliminate competition, raise prices and reduce innovation”.
Aston Lark buys Premier Insurance Consultants
The Bolton broker is Aston Lark’s 15th deal this year.
Interview: Hedron Network CEO David Hopwood
Hopwood discusses GRP's takeover of Marsh Networks and what will be different for members after Marsh ProBroker, Bluefin Network and Purple Partnership became one single proposition.
XS Direct secures UK location with Brightside MGA buy
CEO Chris McCann tells Insurance Age about entering the UK market post-Brexit and reveals the Dublin-based company’s plans for the future.
Aston Lark Ireland seals fresh deal in Dublin
The Dublin-based broker, which specialises in both personal and commercial lines, is the consolidator’s fourth deal in Ireland this year.
Clear furthers expansion with Anderson White buy
The acquisition of the Horsham-based broker is said to strengthen Clear’s presence in the South East.
CFC launches micro M&A liability product
CFC said micro M&A transaction liability is an untapped insurance market and a clear opportunity for brokers.
Blog: Why technology must be a priority amid acquisition deals
Open GI’s Simon Badley shares what brokers must consider in terms of technology as they move forward with M&A.