Classic Insurance Services (CIS), the specialist insurance provider for high-value vehicle collections as well as classic and specialist motor trade; has announced a new partnership with the specialist MGA, First Underwriting Limited (FUL).

Both businesses are part of Kingfisher UK Holdings, and this is the first of many strategic in-group collaborations to enable growth across the business by leveraging their internal capabilities and strengths.

This new partnership delivers significant growth opportunities for both businesses; but will benefit the clients of CIS through enhanced product and service offerings.  CIS clients will be offered these new products which have been specifically designed to meet their unique and personalised insurance needs based on the vast knowledge CIS have of this market space.

Tom Donachie, Managing Director at First Underwriting, said:

“Classic Insurance Services are industry leaders in insuring the UK’s most valuable vehicles, and are experts at providing niche schemes and outstanding service to the classic and specialist motor trade market. With this enviable market reputation, we were thrilled to have the opportunity to build new targeted schemes for the Classic Insurance Services clients.”

Carole Pearson, Director at Classic Insurance Services, said:

“Providing exceptional service to our collector and motor trade clients is our number one priority, and we’re dedicated to ensuring that we have the best products to meet their needs.  The new partnership with First Underwriting will ensure that we can continue to provide our clients with the protection they require, both today and in the future.”