Berkley Insurance Australia and Pursuit Underwriting: A Promising Partnership

In March 2025, Berkley Insurance Australia (BIA) and Pursuit Underwriting (Pursuit) announced a strategic partnership aimed at providing comprehensive insurance solutions for the fitness, wellness and tourism sectors. This collaboration has already shown promising results, enhancing the insurance landscape for these specialised industries.

About Pursuit Underwriting

Pursuit is led by Warren Mills, who brings over 25 years of experience in the sports and leisure markets. The agency focuses on offering tailored insurance products for these niche markets, bringing deep knowledge and expertise to assess and price risks more accurately. This level of personalisation ensures that their clients receive the most appropriate coverage for their unique situations.

Partnership Highlights

• Combined Coverage: The partnership offers combined General Liability, Professional Indemnity and Management Liability wording, designed to encompass a client’s liability and professional risks into a single, easy-to-read policy with one insurer.
• Local Claims Handling: Clients benefit from local claims handling, ensuring prompt and efficient resolution of any claims. This local presence enhances customer satisfaction and minimises downtime for businesses.
• Strong Financial Backing: BIA is a member of the W. R. Berkley Corporation (WRBC). WRBC is an insurance holding company that is amongst the largest commercial lines writers in the United States and operates worldwide in the property casualty insurance business. Its member companies are rated A+ (Superior) Financial Strength by A.M. Best and A+ (Strong) by Standard & Poor’s.

Progress and Impact

Since the partnership commenced, Pursuit has successfully started trading and has been well-received in the market. The agency’s innovative approach and dedication to customer satisfaction have aligned with BIA’s values, making a significant impact in the industry.

Warren Mills, Managing Director of Pursuit, expressed his enthusiasm “We have had great support from brokers since the launch of Pursuit, it’s a very exciting time for both Pursuit and Berkley Insurance Australia.”

Paul Bleakley, National Partner Solutions Manager of BIA, added “Initial broker feedback has been fantastic with the new entry to this market segment.”

Key Benefits

• Tailored Insurance Solutions: Customised policies that address the specific needs of businesses in the fitness, wellness, and tourism sectors.
• Expertise and Experience: Access to a team with extensive experience and knowledge in the industry.
• Local and Efficient Claims Handling: Streamlined processes for claims processing and policy administration result in quicker settling of claims and enhanced customer satisfaction.
• Strong Relationships: Focusing on specialised industry markets allows for building strong relationships with clients and partners.

This partnership marks a significant step forward in providing specialised insurance solutions that cater to the evolving needs of the fitness, wellness, and tourism industries. We look forward to continued success and growth in this collaboration.

For more information, please visit Pursuit Underwriting www.pursuituw.com.au or contact Warren via email [email protected].