Aston Lark strikes two deals in a week to boost Howden portfolio

Fast-growing insurance broker  Aston Lark has completed 50+ acquisitions since formation in 2018 and less than two weeks after officially becoming part of the Howden Broking Group.

The company’s latest purchases include UKGlobal Broking Group and J F Dunne Insurances in Ireland. Both deals are designed to bolster the scale and resources of  Aston Lark and the wider Howden group.

UKGlobal arranges insurance for a broad range of commercial sectors, including via a number of specialist schemes and association partnerships, and also private clients. The company operates through its network of 10 regional offices in the UK.

Ireland-based J F Dunne’s specialisms include motor and home insurance products and a pupil personal accident policy for schools.

Peter Blanc (pictured),  Aston Lark Group CEO, said UKGlobal is an “outstanding” business offering an opportunity to partner together to more than double the business over the coming few years.

Robert Kennedy,  Aston Lark Ireland CEO, said: “J F Dunne Insurances is a fantastic business with a team of high calibre insurance professionals. They have a well-deserved reputation for their strength and depth of insurance expertise, combined with a commitment to delivering excellent client service.

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