QBE has acquired the specialist marine insurer, British Marine Holdings.
British Marine was founded in 1876 and provides protection and indemnity liability (P&I) and hull and machinery (H&M) insurance to shipowners. It insures over 8,000 small ships in more than 80 countries, through a network of over 250 brokers.
British Marine will retain its existing brand and management team and will continue to operate as a standalone business unit reporting to the QBE management team.
The acquisition is subject to regulatory approvals with completion expected to be before 31 December 2005.
The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.
Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.
