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Marsh acquires Triton Insurance Agency to expand yacht insurance business

Marsh acquires Triton Insurance Agency to expand yacht insurance business
  • Marsh has acquired Triton Insurance Agency, a Rhode Island-based specialist in yacht, hull and marine insurance. Financial terms were not disclosed.
  • Founded in 2011, Triton serves high-net-worth clients and has recorded consistent historical growth across its specialist insurance portfolio.
  • Triton CEO Bob Peck and his team will join Marsh Agency, continuing operations from the firm’s Newport office.

Marsh has acquired Triton Insurance Agency, a Newport, Rhode Island-based brokerage specialising in marine and yacht insurance, expanding its capabilities in the high-net-worth personal insurance market.

The acquisition will become part of Marsh Agency, strengthening its presence in coastal markets and broadening its specialist marine insurance offering. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Founded in 2011, Triton provides insurance solutions for high-net-worth individuals, focusing on yacht, hull and other marine risks. The agency has developed a diversified client portfolio and maintained consistent historical growth.

Marsh expands marine and high-net-worth insurance capabilities

Pete Walther, President and CEO of Marsh Agency’s Private Client Services division, said Triton’s specialist expertise and established client relationships complement the company’s existing operations.

The Triton team is a strong strategic fit for Marsh Agency as we continue to expand our capabilities to serve clients with a wide range of personal risks.

Pete Walther, President and CEO of Marsh Agency’s Private Client Services division

He added that the acquisition strengthens Marsh Agency’s position in important coastal markets and supports more tailored insurance solutions for wealthy individuals.

Triton Insurance team joins Marsh Agency

Bob Peck, CEO of Triton Insurance Agency, and the agency’s employees will join Marsh Agency while continuing to operate from their existing Newport office.

Peck said the transaction would give Triton access to Marsh Agency’s resources while maintaining its established client relationships and local operations.

We look forward to tapping into Marsh Agency’s resources and collaborative, community-focused culture to enhance the way in which we can provide solutions for those we serve.

Bob Peck, CEO of Triton Insurance Agency

The acquisition adds specialist yacht and marine underwriting expertise to Marsh Agency’s Private Client Services business, extending its insurance capabilities for high-net-worth clients.