Howden, the new name for Martin & Garvan Insurances
On 26 May 2025, Martin & Garvan Insurances completed its merger with Howden. For Martin & Garvan clients, the service remains the same. You can get in touch via your usual contacts

We are pleased to announce that Martin & Garvan Insurances is now part of Howden
Martin & Garvan Insurances was acquired by Howden Insurance (Ireland) Limited on 3 October 2024. As a result of this, Martin & Garvan is now under the Howden brand.
What does this mean for you?
If you are an existing client of Martin & Garvan, your point of contacts will remain the same. We have worked hard to ensure the transition to Howden is as smooth as possible for you, and that you continue to receive the high standards of service you have come to expect.
The Martin & Garvan phone numbers remain unchanged. And while email addresses are being updated, the current ones continue to be effective. Howden has access to a wide range of specialist schemes and additional services which we can tailor to your individual or business needs. While our services are wide-ranging, our customer service, like Martin & Garvan’s, is always personal.
New home for Personal Insurance
New home for Business insurance
Life and Pensions clients
Please note: This notice relates specifically to the General Insurance clients of Martin & Garvan Insurances. The transfer of Life and Pensions business to Howden will take place at a later date - notice will be provided in due course. In the meantime, there is no change to your existing arrangements, and your usual point of contact remains available to support you.
Get in touch
If you would like to get in touch to discuss how these changes might affect you, please contact us on 01 8379276.
We look forward to continuing to work with you.