Jensten Group Acquires Origin UW Limited
August 2, 2022
The Jensten Group has completed the acquisition of Origin UW Limited, a boutique UK managing general agent (MGA) specialising in commercial insurance for SME clients. Origin UW will continue to operate as a standalone brand within Jensten's wholesale division with its existing team, including Managing Director Dawn Henderson, remaining in place.
- Buyers
- Jensten Group
- Targets
- Origin UW Limited
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Location
- England, United Kingdom
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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