Gallagher snaps up UK-based Claims Settlement Agencies

Global insurance brokerage  Arthur J Gallagher has acquired a UK-based third-party claims administrator.

Hadleigh, Essex-based Claims Settlement Agencies (CSA) specialises in claims arising from corporate and personal travel, accident & health and personal accident insurance, and also offers medical screening and policy fulfilment services.

CSA works primarily with UK-based London market underwriters and insurers, dealing with claims arising from incidents occurring in "nearly every" global travel destination.

Following the deal, Scott Beesley and his team will remain in their current location under the direction of Great Britain-UK head Simon Pemberton.

J. Patrick Gallagher, Jr. (pictured), Gallagher president and CEO, said: "CSA immediately increases the range of services and expertise GB can offer its new and existing clients, and provides GB opportunities to cross-sell other products and services to underwriters and insurers they haven't previously worked with. We are delighted to welcome Scott and his team to our growing global company."