Optio Group, the independent specialty managing general agent, has announced the completion of its acquisition of the MGA Gardian Marine Limited, which was first announced in March of this year.

Having received all necessary regulatory approvals, the acquisition has now been finalised.

The London-based MGA, backed by Lloyd’s and A-rated insurer capacity, and led by co-founders Guy Tyler and Edward Morgan, specialises in marine builders’ risk insurance, ship repairers and liability, voyage and towage insurance, alongside bespoke ancillary products.

Gardian Marine’s offering adds to Optio’s own specialisms that now span hull, cargo, war and shipbuilding.

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