Clearwater UW Limited, an expanding specialty managing general agent (MGA) based in London, has received a majority investment from Aquiline, a private investment firm.
Aquiline’s backing is set to significantly accelerate Clearwater UW’s strategic ambitions, to pursue both organic and inorganic growth.
The MGA aims to establish an institutionalised, technology-enabled platform with a diverse portfolio spanning multiple specialty insurance lines and geographic regions.
Founded in 2023 and beginning underwriting in 2024, Clearwater UW specialises in marine insurance, offering a variety of products including Port Risks, Builders Risks, and War.
Daniel Flueckiger, Partner at Aquiline, said: “We are excited to partner with the Clearwater Underwriting team to build a next-generation MGA platform. The company has demonstrated exceptional traction, combining specialty underwriting expertise with proprietary digital capabilities.
“Together, we see a significant opportunity to drive further growth through enhanced underwriting capabilities and deepening relationships with carriers and brokers.”
