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      Optio Group acquires builder’s risk MGA Gardian Marine Limited

      31/03/26
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      Optio Group acquires builder’s risk MGA Gardian Marine Limited

      Optio Group (Optio), the independent specialty MGA, today announces it has entered into an agreement to acquire Gardian Marine Limited (Gardian Marine), for an undisclosed sum (subject to regulatory approval). The London-based MGA led by co-founders Guy Tyler and Edward Morgan specialises in marine builders’ risks insurance, ship repairers liability, voyage and towage insurance, alongside bespoke ancillary products, backed by Lloyd’s and A‑rated insurer capacity. […]

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      International Women’s Day 2026 – ‘Give to Gain’

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      Writing the next chapter in our APAC story: Circles Group

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      Optio strengthens Scandinavian presence with AGS Forsikring AS acquisition

      02/02/26
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      Optio strengthens Scandinavian presence with AGS Forsikring AS acquisition

      Optio Group, a leading specialty MGA, today announces the acquisition of AGS Forsikring AS (AGS). The MGA brings highly complementary areas of specialism to Optio and, following its acquisition of Bergen-headquartered S Insurance AS last year, extends its Scandinavian presence. […]

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      Optio secures full ownership of Heca, strengthening its presence in the Italian MGA market

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      Optio appoints Harald Teige as head of coastal marine

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      Optio appoints Carrie-Ann Hallett as head of insurer partnerships

      18/08/25
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      Optio appoints Carrie-Ann Hallett as head of insurer partnerships

      Optio Group, a leading specialty MGA, today announces the appointment of Carrie-Ann Hallett head of insurer partnerships effective immediately. She will be based in London and report to chief underwriting officer Gary Head. […]

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      Optio completes acquisition of leading European film and events MGA the Circles Group

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      Optio Group completes acquisition of UK-based MGA Custodian Management Ltd.

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      Optio Group Secures USD 150 Million PVT Product with 100% Lloyd’s Backing

      04/06/25
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      Optio Group Secures USD 150 Million PVT Product with 100% Lloyd’s Backing

      Optio Group (Optio), an independent specialty MGA, today announces the successful launch of its new political violence and terrorism (PVT) binders. […]

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      08/05/25
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      Optio Group builds momentum with UK acquisition

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      16/04/25
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      Optio completes acquisition of Scandinavian MGA S Insurance

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      International Women's Day 2025 - 'Accelerate Action'

      05/03/25
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      International Women's Day 2025 - 'Accelerate Action'

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      03/03/25
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      Optio Group expands into Scandinavia with latest acquisition

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      24/02/25
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      Optio Increases EV Appetite to GBP 250m

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