22 October 2018Insurance

Miller to acquire London market broker Alston Gayler

Broker Miller will acquire Alston Gayler and Co, an independent London market re/insurance broker specialising in multiple lines of business, from Nelson Holdings.

Miller said the deal will bolster its offering to clients and strengthen its position as a leading London wholesale and specialist broking platform.

“Alston Gayler and Miller are aligned in numerous ways, including our client-focussed approach, values, high level of expertise and strategic vision,” said Greg Collins, CEO of Miller. “We are extremely excited to announce this development and look forward to delivering increased value to our clients through the alliance of our experienced teams.”

Robert Alexander, managing director of Alston Gayler, added: “We have been looking for a partner that shares the same culture and the right platform from which we could continue to offer a high-quality service to our clients. We were thrilled to find such an opportunity with Miller and look forward to joining Miller’s highly talented team and continuing to grow together.”

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