Howden Group acquires Curtis Marine

Plymouth-based marine insurance broker Curtis Marine has been acquired by the Howden Group to become part of its expanding marine practice, trading under the Haven Knox-Johnston name.

Curtis Marine is a family-run business which has been providing marine insurance solutions to the South West region for the last 40 years, organising cover for a wide variety of vessels and marine businesses.

“This is a new and exciting chapter and a great fit for Curtis Marine,” says Aidan Mepsted, director at Curtis Marine. “Our business success has been made possible due to the hard work of our excellent staff, and support from our loyal customers and insurance partners.

“We look forward to joining the Howden Marine Practice and developing the business as it continues to expand in the marine insurance sector.”

Joining Euromarine, A-Plan Marine and Howden Fastnet, Curtis Marine’s acquisition develops Haven Knox-Johnston’s national presence with an established local team, based in Plymouth, able to provide customer service alongside an increased product portfolio.

Steve Hook, head of marine practice, comments: “We’re delighted to welcome Sally, Aidan and the entire Curtis Marine team to the Howden Marine Practice and look forward to working closely together to provide the best marine insurance solutions to the marine industry and boatowners in Plymouth and the local area.

“Our aim is to create the UK’s most client-focused marine insurance proposition and deliver a wide choice of products combined with expert advice and excellent value for money to our clients. Acquisitions like Curtis Marine are key to helping us achieve this objective.”