Shape Underwriting Acquires Protect Underwriting LLP
May 9, 2025
London-headquartered managing general agent Shape Underwriting has acquired Protect Underwriting LLP, a specialist MGA focused on private-client high-net-worth business. Financial terms were not disclosed; Shape said the deal broadens its underwriting capabilities and is its first acquisition since rebranding, supporting its ambition to grow in the specialty market.
- Buyers
- Shape Underwriting
- Targets
- Protect Underwriting LLP
- Industry
- Insurance
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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