ONE of the UK’s largest wholesale insurance brokers has opened a new office on Kings Court Business Park in Worcester.

Canopius UK Specialty Limited is part of the Canopius Group, a global specialty insurer and part of Sompo Holdings, one of the top three Japanese property and casualty insurers.

Canopius UK Specialty provides a wide range of niche personal lines leisure insurance products, including caravans, over 50’s home, marine, park homes and classic cars, with nearly 60 years experience to back up its flexible and innovative solutions.

The new office, which was officially opened by Worcester MP Robin Walker has been designed specifically for the company and houses approximately 50 staff, with room for expansion. The operation includes underwriting, support and call centre staff and most areas are currently recruiting.

John Eldridge, managing director at Canopius UK Specialty Ltd, said: "It’s a hugely exciting time for the business and our people, and we are delighted to be in our new home. Our approach is very simple; great underwriting and great service and we look forward to delivering this from our new Worcester office.”