Hagerty International Ltd has announced it has acquired the renewal rights to specialist classic car insurer Gilbart-Smith Associates.
Effective from Monday 1 September 2025, Hagerty becomes the appointed broker for existing Gilbart-Smith Associates policy renewals. Bertie and Emma-Jane Gilbart-Smith will act as consultants for Hagerty over the next twelve months.
Bertie Gilbart-Smith said: ‘Regulatory requirements and increased consumer duty are making it more difficult for smaller independent companies to operate, consequently we felt it was time to pass the baton. We are delighted Hagerty International Limited, with whom we have enjoyed a strong working relationship for some years, has acquired our book of business. Hagerty has the same interests as us, along with an excellent reputation in the market and will continue to offer a personal service to our clients.’
Gilbart-Smith Associates has been operational since 1998 and is renowned for providing an exemplary level of personal service. It has a substantial existing client base who own a wide range of classic and enthusiast vehicles.
Mark Roper, Managing Director of Hagerty International Ltd, said: ‘I have worked with, and known personally, Bertie and Emma-Jane for a number of years and we have always been aligned in the way we do business. I look forward to welcoming their clients with our innovative products and solutions as well as our unique client membership experiences as they renew with us and assure them of our highest levels of service, at all times.’
