Gallagher Bassett bolsters marine claims expertise with WKW acquisition

Gallagher Bassett has acquired global marine and transit claims management firm, W K Webster and Co Ltd, and its subsidiaries ITAL, ISA, Seawise and Pandi Claims.

Established in 1861, WKW serves a global clientele from London, Singapore, New York and Rotterdam.

Manan Sagar, CEO of GB Europe, Middle East and Asia, said: “We are thrilled to welcome W K Webster to Gallagher Bassett, their expertise in marine and transit claims adds significant capability to our portfolio of claims management, legal, loss adjusting and consultancy solutions. This expansion ensures our clients have access to an unparalleled range of services.”

WKW CEO Anthony Smith will continue to lead the company following the transaction, alongside his existing leadership team.

“This acquisition marks a major milestone in the history of W K Webster and we are eager to leverage our decades of expertise in marine and transit claims to benefit W K Webster and Gallagher Bassett’s clients worldwide,” Smith said. “Together, we will continue to deliver exceptional service and innovative solutions.”



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