Howden enters Far North Queensland through strategic acquisition of CorpSure Cairns

Howden enters Far North Queensland through strategic acquisition of CorpSure Cairns

Sydney, Australia, 8 December: Howden, the global insurance intermediary group, today announces the acquisition of CorpSure Cairns Pty Ltd, a general insurance broker based in Cairns, Queensland, Australia. This strategic move supports Howden’s expansion across Australia, by establishing a strong and respected presence in Far North Queensland (FNQ).

Established in 2017 under the leadership of its founders Amanda Bryant and Justin Williams, CorpSure Cairns has built a reputation for delivering high-quality commercial and domestic insurance solutions to clients across Cairns and FNQ. Both Bryant and Williams will remain in the business, continuing to provide outstanding service to their existing clients and driving growth in the region.

The acquisition supports Howden’s strategy to build a leading brokerage across the Pacific by deepening its geographical footprint and strengthening its specialist capabilities. CorpSure Cairns brings expertise in Strata and Body Corporate insurance, a core area where Howden excels across Australia and New Zealand. 

To accelerate growth, CorpSure Cairns will partner closely with Grant Rovelli, Howden’s Head of Corporate Risks in Queensland. Rovelli brings extensive experience and strong community ties, having been born and raised in Mackay. His leadership support will ensure CorpSure Cairns’ clients benefit from Howden’s global resources combined with local insight. 

Amanda Bryant, Director at CorpSure Cairns said: “The decision to join Howden was easy. Their culture aligns with ours and this partnership allows us to enhance the solutions, access to products, extensive support and overall elevate the service we provide to our valued clients through expanded services, expertise, and market access. We are excited to be part of an organisation that truly puts people first.”

Justin Williams, Director at CorpSure Cairns and CorpSure said: “We felt there was a natural fit for CorpSure Cairns within Howden and see a lot of synergy between the businesses. This partnership strengthens our ability to grow, particularly in FNQ, while continuing to build long-term relationships through delivering outstanding client service.” 

Matt Bacon, CEO, Howden Pacific commented: “We are thrilled to welcome CorpSure Cairns to the Howden family. Along with their specialist knowledge and local expertise, which perfectly complement our existing business, we share the same values – a commitment to putting people first, building long-term relationships, and delivering client-centric solutions. With Grant Rovelli’s support, we are excited to deliver unparalleled service and broaden our offering to businesses and communities in Cairns and beyond.