MarshBerry Advises Bircroft Insurance Services Ltd. on its sale to Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.
London, UK – MarshBerry, a leading investment banking and consulting firm serving the insurance distribution and wealth management industries, is pleased to have advised Bircroft Insurance Services Ltd. (Bircroft) on its sale to Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG). The transaction was announced on 3 April 2025 and has received approval by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
MarshBerry acted as exclusive financial advisor to Bircroft. Bircroft is a London-based insurance broker with a focus on the commercial real estate sector. With over 20 years of experience, Bircroft invests time to understand clients’ needs, fostering long-term relationships and tailoring insurance solutions as those needs evolve.
“We are delighted to have represented Bircroft Insurance Services in their partnership with AJG,” said John Nisbet, MarshBerry UK Managing Director. “Bircroft has built a strong reputation for excellence in the commercial property insurance market, and this transaction reflects the strength of their business and the value they bring to their clients. We are confident that this partnership will enhance their ability to grow and thrive in an evolving marketplace.”
This transaction underscores MarshBerry’s commitment to helping firms achieve strategic growth through a merger & acquisition (M&A) in the insurance sector. MarshBerry’s team brings extensive experience in advisory services, supporting clients through the complexities of valuation, negotiation, and successful execution.
Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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MarshBerry is a global leader in Merger & Acquisition (M&A) advisory services, corporate finance solutions, and strategic consulting for insurance brokerages and firms in the wealth management industry. Our mission is to help firms in insurance distribution amplify value and chart strategic courses towards a future rife with opportunities. With a legacy spanning over 40 years, MarshBerry expanded its footprint to Europe in 2019 and now boasts four locations specializing in Corporate Finance Advisory (M&A Advisory; Capital Raising), and Business Planning (Strategic Planning; Business Valuations; Perpetuation Planning). MarshBerry’s deep industry expertise, innovative solutions, and client-first philosophy support European financial service providers in optimizing their business strategies and achieving long-term success. For more information, visit www.MarshBerry.com/EU.
