Lloyd's broker Lochain Patrick has acquired marine broker London Special Risks.

David Edwards, managing director of LSR, will join the board of Lochain Patrick.

Miles Ritchie, director of Lochain Patrick said: "This acquisition is an ideal strategic fit for us, we know the portfolio of LSR and their client base and have great respect for the professionalism of the team. The combined group will give us one of the leading marine hull brokerage
businesses in the London Market"

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