Ageas strikes multi-year commercial deal with Howden

Insurer Ageas has entered into a five year agreement with RK Harrison, the specialist rural division of Howden UK, for land and estates insurance.

The partnership has been designed to support the diverse insurance needs across the rural sector, by offering farmers, landowners and estates land and estate insurance policy tailored for their specific risks.

The product will also be available for The Country Land and Business Association (CLA) members. RK Harrison has been the CLA’s insurance partner since 2002.

Russell White, director of distribution at Ageas UK, said: “We’re open to new opportunities that broaden our portfolio and grow our commercial business. This agreement with R K Harrison does exactly that and is further evidence of our commitment to the commercial market. We look forward to working with them on this well-established product.”

Patricia Jones, head of rural, RK Harrison said: “We are delighted to partner with Ageas on this new scheme. Like R K Harrison they have a deep track record and heritage in supporting the rural community. This new scheme will further cement our position as a leader in the rural insurance market and provide our clients with the competitive and tailored insurance they need."