’This increased capacity is a strong endorsement of the performance delivered by the team over the past nine months,’ says head of real estate
Optio Group has secured a new capacity deal for its real estate product.
The deal will see the specialty MGA increase its binding authority from £60m to £100m total sum insured, with effect from 1 May 2026.
The 67% increase follows the launch of the product in June 2025.
Graham Bailey, head of real estate, said: “This increased capacity is a strong endorsement of the performance delivered by the team over the past nine months.
”We have built a disciplined, broker focused real estate proposition with clear underwriting appetite and consistency of approach. The additional A rated capacity enables us to respond more effectively to broker demand and continue growing in a measured and sustainable way.”
Specialist expertise
The firm said that the enhanced backing strengthens its ability to offer lead, follow and excess of loss placements across UK domiciled commercial and residential mid-market real estate risks.
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Gary Head, group chief underwriting officer, added: “It has been a pleasure to welcome Bailey and his team to Optio as we continue to build ‘The Underwriter’s MGA’.
”Their specialist expertise and proven track record in delivering underwriting profit are already adding real value, helping our broker partners succeed and ensuring exceptional service to their clients.”
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