Insurance Insider Divests to ECI Partners
Deal News | Nov 14, 2024 | Epiris Managers LLP
Delinian has announced the divestment of Insurance Insider to ECI Partners, a private equity firm renowned for its growth-oriented investment in mid-market companies. Insurance Insider, a leader in providing market intelligence and insights within the Property & Casualty and specialty reinsurance sectors, has established a strong presence globally, with a significant focus on the US and UK markets. The transaction reflects the strategic decision to leverage ECI's expertise in order to capitalize on future opportunities in the complex non-standard insurance market. With this acquisition, ECI plans to support Insurance Insider's mission to become the premier source of data and analysis for the global P&C industry. The divestment aligns with Epiris's broader strategy of transforming its portfolio brands to attract suitable buyers. The transaction, which follows on the heels of other significant sales by Delinian, is expected to be finalized by the end of 2024.
Sectors
- Insurance
- Private Equity
- Financial Services
Geography
- United Kingdom – Insurance Insider and ECI Partners have significant operations and strategic interests in the UK market.
- United States – A focus is also placed on the US market, particularly with respect to Insurance Insider's operations in the P&C insurance sector.
Industry
- Insurance – The article discusses Insurance Insider, a company operating within the Property & Casualty and specialty (re)insurance markets.
- Private Equity – ECI Partners, a private equity firm, plays a significant role in the acquisition of Insurance Insider, indicating involvement in the private equity industry.
- Financial Services – The transaction involves investment activities, divestment, and market analysis within the financial sector.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance Insider | Target Company | Company | A market intelligence provider in the Property & Casualty and specialty (re)insurance markets. |
| Delinian | Selling Company (Vendor) | Company | The parent company divesting Insurance Insider to ECI Partners. |
| ECI Partners | Bidding Company (Buyer) | Company | A growth-focused mid-market private equity firm acquiring Insurance Insider. |
| Epiris Managers LLP | Private Equity Firm | Company | The private equity firm associated with Delinian, having overseen the divestment process. |
| Mariana Valle | Managing Director | Person | Managing Director at Insurance Insider. |
| Toby Fitzherbert | Investment Director | Person | Investment Director at ECI Partners. |
| Andrew Pinder | Group CEO | Person | Group CEO at Delinian. |
| Ian Wood | Partner and Head of Investment Team | Person | Partner and Head of the Investment Team at Epiris. |