BCOH sold to Optio Group
BCOH was sold to Optio Group, a leading global managing general agency (MGA) specialising in specialty insurance solutions, backed by Preservation Capital Partners.
BCOH, based in Belgium, is a respected player in the insurance brokerage market, focusing on providing film and event insurance solutions. BCOH’s expertise in crafting tailor-made insurance products has earned it a strong foothold in the Belgian market and beyond.
Optio Group, headquartered in the UK, is a fast-growing MGA platform specializing in complex and specialty risks, with a global presence spanning key markets in Europe, the US, and Asia. Backed by Preservation Capital Partners, Optio Group’s acquisition of Circles Group and BCOH will significantly enhance its product offering and geographic reach, particularly in the entertainment, luxury, and bespoke insurance markets.
This acquisition will allow Optio Group to leverage the expertise of BCOH, strengthening its market position in Europe while expanding its footprint in niche insurance markets globally.
Clairfield International acted as exclusive financial advisor to the shareholders of Circles Group and BCOH.
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