13/06/2014
US Firm Buys NI's Largest Independent Insurance Broker
Northern Ireland's largest independent insurance broker has been bought by US firm Liberty Mutual.
Newtownards-based Hughes Insurance has been acquired by the US company, who already owns the former Quinn Direct insurance business.
Hughes was formed in 1977 and employs over 300 people.
It is understood that Hughes will continue to operate as a stand-alone business, with all policies remaining valid.
(MH)
Newtownards-based Hughes Insurance has been acquired by the US company, who already owns the former Quinn Direct insurance business.
Hughes was formed in 1977 and employs over 300 people.
It is understood that Hughes will continue to operate as a stand-alone business, with all policies remaining valid.
(MH)
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