Gallagher snaps up Australian broker The Protectors Group

Insurance brokerage and risk management firm Arthur J Gallagher has acquired The Protectors Group (TPG), an Australian retail broker specialising in construction, hospitality and transport coverage for commercial and corporate clients in Greater Western Sydney.

Liverpool, New South Wales-based The Protectors Insurance Brokers and Regent Insurance Brokers are collectively referred to as The Protectors Group .

Following the deal, David Michell, Vince Gioiello and their associates will continue to operate from their current location under the direction of Sean Gallagher, head of branches for Gallagher Australia.

"TPG is a second-generation family business that represents a very good cultural fit for Gallagher and expands our geographical presence in the key growth area of Western Sydney," said J Patrick Gallagher, Jr., chairman, president and CEO. "We are very pleased to welcome David, Vince and their team to Gallagher."

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