Mergers & acquisitions (M&A)
Interview: Andrew McMellin, XL Catlin
Insurance CEO Andrew McMellin speaks about the integration of XL and Catlin and what objectives lie ahead for the firm this year and beyond
XL Catlin launches global mergers and acquisitions insurance division
XL Catlin has launched its global mergers and acquisitions insurance division, to be headed by Brian Benjamin as global head.
Update: UKP&I and Britannia Clubs terminate merger talks
The boards of the UKP&I and Britannia Clubs have terminated discussions over the potential merger of the two clubs.
Interview: Mike Brockman, Insure the Box
Insure the Box founder and CEO Mike Brockman talks to Post about the firm's acquisition by Aioi Nissay Dowa Insurance Europe and adapting to a changing market
Blog: It could be now or never for Go Compare to split with Esure
Four years ago it was reported that Grant Thornton had been appointed by Esure to look at the possibility of divesting its shareholding in comparison site Go Compare.
GRP completes investment in Cavendish Munro
Global Risk Partners has completed its investment in the specialist retail broker, Cavendish Munro Professional Risks, following several acquisitions and buyouts in recent months.
PIB acquires Channel Insurance Brokers
PIB Insurance Brokers has launched a presence in the Channel Islands with the acquisition of Guernsey-based Channel Insurance Brokers.
Interview: Indro Mukerjee, Watchstone
Against the backdrop of legal action and a fraud investigation, Jonathan Swift finds out how Indro Mukerjee is burying the Quindell past and focusing on the future.
PE house Livingbridge exits broker Kingsbridge as Dunedin buys in
Broker Kingsbridge Risk Solutions has been acquired in a buyout by UK mid-market private equity house Dunedin.
Tech Mahindra acquires software provider Target Group
Digital transformation consultants Tech Mahindra have agreed to acquire UK-based Target Group, buying 100% of the shares which have an enterprise value of £112m.
IBIS 2016: Caliber Collision leaves door open for possible European entry
Caliber Collision has refused to rule out an emergence into the European collision repair market as it continues to ramp up acquisitions in the US, delegates were told at the IBIS Global Summit 2016.
Skuld to acquire Scandinavian Marine Agency
Skuld has signed a letter of intent to purchase Scandinavian Marine Agency in a deal that would give the Oslo-based marine insurer renewal rights on the latter’s hull and machinery book.
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.