Ardonagh Advisory has bolstered its presence in the northwest of England with the acquisition of Southport Insurance Brokers Limited, which was founded in 1965 and has a focus on the industrial, care and agricultural sectors.

Richard Tuplin, CEO Advisory Insurance Broking Ltd, said: “SIB Insurance is a high-quality regional broker with clear specialisms that has earned the respect of its longstanding client-base over many decades by delivering excellent service.”