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News
Horsell International continues acquisiton phase in Victoria Horsell International Pty Ltd (Horsell) today announced its second Victorian acquisition, Stewart Haig Insurance Brokers (SHIB), effective from 11th July 2006. Rohan Stewart, Director Retail Operations of Horsell, said, “SHIB provides a strong Commercial/SME focus for the group in Victoria through such a well known brand. The acquisitions of SHIB and Weston Insurance Services (WIS) moves us towards our aim of having a meaningful presence in our two primary markets of Sydney and Melbourne. We are delighted with the team at SHIB and look forward to developing further our presence and profile in the Victorian market place.” Horsell’s focus is on risk and insurance advisory services; creative risk solutions for corporate clients exploiting risk management principals; and the niche markets of sports insurance and claims administration. With the recent acquisitions of SHIB and WIS this now expands the group’s client base to in excess of 7000 and premium under management to more than $100 million. John Horsell, Horsell Chairman, said, “SHIB has been operating in the Victorian market for in excess of 25 years with a reputation built around consistency in service delivery , professionalism and the quality of its people. We believe SHIB creates a good fit within the Horsell family and provides us with the additional capabilities to pursue our growth objectives in the Commercial/SME space.” Ivan Vojlay, Director of SHIB said, “We see this as a very positive move for both our staff and our clients as we believe the combined resources of both organizations will allow SHIB to further enhance its presence in Victoria whilst continuing to deliver the levels of service our clients have come to expect from our team. As the organization continues to prosper we foresee opportunities for our staff to develop which is one of the many benefits of being part of a larger group such as Horsell’s.” Horsell acts as risk and insurance advisors and managers for corporate, sports, commercial and small to medium enterprise clients. Horsell also provides life risk, income protection and superannuation advice through its subsidiary Horsell International Financial Solutions. The Horsell name has been associated with the insurance industry for more than 30 years and provides risk and insurance services for international, national and local clients. Horsell International begins acquisiton phase in Victoria Horsell International Pty Ltd (Horsell) today announced its first Victorian acquisition, Weston Insurance Services (WIS), effective from 1st July 2006. John Saunders, Chief Executive Officer of Horsell, said, “WIS will provide a complementary corporate focus for the group which already services a number of locally domiciled accounts. WIS is a logical next step in the evolution of our business, which aims to have a meaningful presence in its two primary markets of Sydney and Melbourne.” Horsell’s focus is on risk and insurance advisory services; creative risk solutions for corporate clients exploiting risk management principals; and the niche markets of sports insurance and claims administration. With the acquisitions of FWR Insurance Brokers and Beacon & Move Insurance Brokers and Consultants in 2005 now bedded down Horsell, is looking to make further purchases to implement its five year strategic plan. The acquisition of WIS expands the group’s client base to in excess of 4000 and premium under management to more than $85 million. John Horsell, Horsell Chairman, said, “Our excellent global, national and local expertise is broadly recognized and we are a very viable Australian-owned alternative to the internationals at the corporate end of the market. Horsell intends being a major player in the Commercial/SME market inside three years. Our business model is built on advice ahead of price and we see this strategy being equally applicable in each of our market segments.” John Smith-Weston, Managing Director of WIS said, “We are delighted to be associated with Horsell, which brings a wealth of experience and capabilities to our business. This will be very advantageous to our existing clients. We are particularly excited about Horsell’s plans for Victoria and look forward to being actively involved as the business grows its local presence, both organically and by acquisition.” John Smith-Weston will assume the role of Director – Victorian Operations effective 1st July 2006 responsible for Horsell’s growth and development into this market. Horsell acts as risk and insurance advisors and managers for corporate, sports, commercial and small to medium enterprise clients. Horsell also provides life risk, income protection and superannuation advice through its subsidiary Horsell International Financial Solutions. The Horsell name has been associated with the insurance industry for more than 30 years and looks after international, national and local clients. Important changes to the NSW OH&S Act The NSW Government has announced important changes to the NSW Occupational Health & Safety Act 2000, which are intended to bring NSW occupational health and safety law broadly in line with the law operating in the other Australian states. The proposed changes are expected to commence on 1 October 2006. Click here to read the full article. Published with permission from Ebsworth & Ebsworth Lawyers. This article is not legal advice and does not purport to be exhaustive. Professional advice should be sought before applying the information to your particular circumstances. © Ebsworth & Ebsworth Lawyers 2006 Selling up - Get your business shipshape to sell with some inside information from both sides of the fence Article from Zurich Magazine featuring FWR. Click here to read the full article. Horsell promotes financial services Horsell International is launching its own financial services capability through a strategic alliance with Inpro Aust. Horsell chairman John Horsell said Horsell International Financial Solutions (HIFS) was the next logical step in the company’s emerging business strategy. “With our recent broking acquisitions (CN 1448, 1432), we wanted to consolidate our client offering by formalising our life risk and super capabilities.” Horsell has had an informal relationship with Inpro for several years and thought it timely to establish HIFS. “Our broker acquisition strategy will lead us to expand into north and western Sydney and Melbourne in the foreseeable future, so we felt it was important we established HIFS as our service provider for financial services needs.” Horsell, which currently has mainly large corporate clients, wanted to diversify its client base to include the commercial SME market and was doing so through buying smaller brokers, said director Rohan Stewart. He told CN Horsell aimed to grow its brokerage premium income from the current $8m to $25m in the next five years. The growth would come through acquisitions and organic growth. Horsell International acquires BMIB Horsell International has acquired Beacon & Move Insurance Brokers, strengthening its presence in the SME market. Horsell CEO John Saunders said the acquisition was the second in "a number of acquisitions" Horsell planned to make in the commercial/SME segment. Horsell previously acquired FWR Insurance Brokers (CN 1432). BMIB would be integrated into FWR immediately, Saunders said. Horsell intended to be a major player in the commercial/SME market within three years. "Our business model is built on advice ahead of price and we see this strategy being equally applicable in each of our market segments," Saunders said. Horsell International enters SME market Horsell International has entered the commercial/SME market through its acquisition of Fordyce Wells Reeve. Horsell CEO John Saunders said the buy was the first of several similar acquisitions it aimed to make in the commercial/SME segment to build Horsell’s capability and diversify its income stream. Horsell’s focus is on advisory services, corporate solution clients who emphasise risk mgmt principles, and the niche markets of sports insurance and claims administration. The acquisition of FWR expands the group’s client base to more than 3,000 and premium under management to more than $75m. Horsell International enters Commercial/SME market through acquisition Horsell International Pty Ltd (Horsell) today announced its entry into Commercial/SME market through acquisition. John Saunders, chief executive officer of Horsell said, “Fordyce Wells Reeve (FWR) is the first of a number of acquisitions we plan to make in the Commercial/SME segment aimed at building up our capability and diversifying our income stream.” Horsell focus is on advisory services, corporate solution clients who emphasize risk management principals, and niche markets of sports insurance and claims administration. Whilst this focus will continue, the acquisition of FWR expands the group’s client base to in excess of 3000 and premium under management to more than $75 million. “We see ourselves as an alternative to the internationals at the corporate end of the market and intend being a major player in the Commercial/SME market inside three years. Our business model is built on advice ahead of price and we see this strategy being equally applicable in each of our market segments”, said Mr Saunders. Horsell International Pty Ltd acts as risk and insurance advisors and managers for corporate, sports, commercial and small to medium enterprise clients. The Horsell name has been associated with the insurance industry for more than 30 years and looks after international and local clients. Basketball associations to benefit from BA insurance
BA and its respective state basketball associations, in conjunction with Horsell International insurance brokers, brokered the deal that is designed to deliver a comprehensive level of insurance cover at an affordable price. BA chief executive officer, Scott Derwin, said reality of the arrangement is that basketball clubs and associations will readily be able to see the tangible benefits of the program in their budgets. "Basketball Australia has been working hard to ensure we provide better services to our 470-plus affiliated local basketball associations around Australia," Derwin said. "This insurance scheme will not only provide tangible cost saving benefits to organisations, but will deliver a standard of professionalism hard to better when negotiating individually. In some instances, insurance costs may be cut in half." The scheme will deliver state associations and their affiliated associations and clubs the following benefits: premium savings, uniform methodology and risk management principles, central collection of injury/incident data for review and action, uniform claims handling service and improved timing of insurance renewal terms. The Basketball Australia national insurance program provides comprehensive cover for players and administrators at all levels. Personal Accident, Public and Products Liability, Directors and Officers Liability insurance have been specifically designed to meet the needs of the basketball community. "One of the main benefits to Basketball Australia under this new scheme is the ability to review and monitor accident information," Derwin said. "This will allow for better planning and risk management at the association and club level and lead to basketball being a safe sport for all to participate in." Under the program, claims will be settled fairly and expediently through one central point by a dedicated team, ensuring a smoother and less stressful process for all parties. Enquiries If you have enquires or require further information about any new items, please contact Horsell International. |
Every affiliated basketball association in Australia is set reap the rewards of a groundbreaking national insurance program secured by Basketball Australia which will significantly reduce public liability and related insurance costs.
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