Independent insurance intermediary Clear Group has acquired construction specialist Blackhawk Insurance Services Limited, which is based in Westcliff-On-Sea, Essex. The move adds depth to Clear’s existing construction proposition.

Blackhawk Insurance Services Limited was established in 2013. It covers risks across a wide range of construction businesses including general contractors and finishing trades, general building and associated trades, high-risk contractors and others working at height, demolition contractors and associated trades and groundwork contractors and others working below ground.

Mike Edgeley, group chief executive of Clear Group, said: “Blackhawk is an excellent addition to Clear and a natural fit with our existing specialist capabilities. The business brings complementary experience and knowledge that will add further depth to our offering in an important market for the group.”


Mark Kemp, managing director at Blackhawk, added: “Joining Clear represents an exciting opportunity for Blackhawk and our clients. We have built our business around understanding the particular insurance challenges our clients face and delivering solutions that meet their individual needs.

“Becoming part of Clear will allow us to build on that foundation, draw on the wider Group’s resources and capabilities, and further enhance our offering while retaining the personal service and industry knowledge our clients value.”