Top 10 Aviation Insurance Brokers in London
Editorial comparison of 10 aviation insurance brokerage providers serving London, with selection criteria, provider strengths and buyer questions.
Compare Market Access, Claims Advocacy and Aviation Expertise
London remains a major aviation insurance market, particularly for airline hull and liability, lessor interests, war risk, general aviation and complex multinational placements. Buyers should compare aviation-team depth, claims advocacy and access to relevant underwriters rather than relying on group scale alone.
This ranking is designed for aircraft owners, airlines, lessors, financiers, flight departments and procurement teams building a professional shortlist. The order reflects service relevance and public capability rather than a claim that one provider is universally superior for every mandate.
For adjacent decisions, ACMI World also covers aviation insurance brokers, insurance for aircraft leasing companies and cross-border aircraft lease terms.
Editorial Methodology
Rank the Provider Against the Mandate
We compare specialization, geographic relevance, service depth, execution capability and fit for the underlying aviation transaction. Buyers should still complete legal, technical, regulatory, insurance and commercial due diligence before appointment.
Top 10 Providers Compared
| Rank | Provider | Best Fit | Service Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marsh | large airline, aerospace and corporate aviation programs | global insurance broker with dedicated aviation and aerospace practice |
| 2 | Aon | large complex aviation placements | global broker with aviation risk and reinsurance capability |
| 3 | WTW | airline, aerospace and aviation risk | global risk adviser and broker with specialist aviation teams |
| 4 | Gallagher | commercial and general aviation insurance | global broker with a substantial aviation practice |
| 5 | Howden | independent London-market aviation broking | international insurance group with aviation specialization |
| 6 | Lockton | corporate aviation and aerospace clients | independent broker with aviation and aerospace expertise |
| 7 | Price Forbes | specialty aviation insurance | London specialty broker active in aviation and aerospace |
| 8 | Miller | complex specialty aviation risks | London specialty insurance broker with aviation capability |
| 9 | McGill and Partners | large specialty and structured risk | independent specialty broker operating in the London market |
| 10 | BMS Group | specialty aviation and reinsurance | independent global specialty insurance and reinsurance broker |
1. Marsh
Marsh is included for global insurance broker with dedicated aviation and aerospace practice.
Best fit: large airline, aerospace and corporate aviation programs. Before appointment, confirm the exact contracting entity, service scope, exclusions, regulatory responsibility where applicable, commercial basis and who will manage the mandate day to day.
2. Aon
Aon is included for global broker with aviation risk and reinsurance capability.
Best fit: large complex aviation placements. Before appointment, confirm the exact contracting entity, service scope, exclusions, regulatory responsibility where applicable, commercial basis and who will manage the mandate day to day.
3. WTW
WTW is included for global risk adviser and broker with specialist aviation teams.
Best fit: airline, aerospace and aviation risk. Before appointment, confirm the exact contracting entity, service scope, exclusions, regulatory responsibility where applicable, commercial basis and who will manage the mandate day to day.
4. Gallagher
Gallagher is included for global broker with a substantial aviation practice.
Best fit: commercial and general aviation insurance. Before appointment, confirm the exact contracting entity, service scope, exclusions, regulatory responsibility where applicable, commercial basis and who will manage the mandate day to day.
5. Howden
Howden is included for international insurance group with aviation specialization.
Best fit: independent London-market aviation broking. Before appointment, confirm the exact contracting entity, service scope, exclusions, regulatory responsibility where applicable, commercial basis and who will manage the mandate day to day.
6. Lockton
Lockton is included for independent broker with aviation and aerospace expertise.
Best fit: corporate aviation and aerospace clients. Before appointment, confirm the exact contracting entity, service scope, exclusions, regulatory responsibility where applicable, commercial basis and who will manage the mandate day to day.
7. Price Forbes
Price Forbes is included for London specialty broker active in aviation and aerospace.
Best fit: specialty aviation insurance. Before appointment, confirm the exact contracting entity, service scope, exclusions, regulatory responsibility where applicable, commercial basis and who will manage the mandate day to day.
8. Miller
Miller is included for London specialty insurance broker with aviation capability.
Best fit: complex specialty aviation risks. Before appointment, confirm the exact contracting entity, service scope, exclusions, regulatory responsibility where applicable, commercial basis and who will manage the mandate day to day.
9. McGill and Partners
McGill and Partners is included for independent specialty broker operating in the London market.
Best fit: large specialty and structured risk. Before appointment, confirm the exact contracting entity, service scope, exclusions, regulatory responsibility where applicable, commercial basis and who will manage the mandate day to day.
10. BMS Group
BMS Group is included for independent global specialty insurance and reinsurance broker.
Best fit: specialty aviation and reinsurance. Before appointment, confirm the exact contracting entity, service scope, exclusions, regulatory responsibility where applicable, commercial basis and who will manage the mandate day to day.
What to Compare Before Appointing a Provider
- aviation insurance specialization
- London market access
- airline and business aviation coverage
- claims advocacy
- lessor and finance-related insurance capability
Request a written scope that defines deliverables, exclusions, regulatory responsibility, pricing, third-party costs, liability allocation, termination rights and the individuals responsible for execution. For cross-border aviation work, confirm that the proposed structure is acceptable in every relevant jurisdiction before commercial commitment.
A useful shortlist usually contains three to five providers after the initial screen. Give each firm the same data set and ask for the same commercial response so the comparison remains meaningful.
Procurement Note
Normalize the Scope Before Comparing Fees
Aviation proposals often look comparable while allocating different work, third-party expenses and execution risk to the client. The lowest headline fee can therefore represent a more expensive mandate once exclusions and operational dependencies are included.
Provider Selection FAQ
How were the top 10 aviation insurance brokerage providers selected?
The ranking is editorial. It weighs public service scope, specialization, geographic relevance to London, transaction capability and fit for professional aviation buyers. It is not a safety certification or substitute for vendor due diligence.
What should I compare before appointing a aviation insurance brokerage provider?
Compare the exact scope, responsible legal entity, regulatory approvals where relevant, staffing model, service exclusions, pricing basis, insurance, references and the escalation process for operational or transaction problems.
Should price determine the ranking?
Price is one commercial input. Aviation mandates often turn on technical capability, response time, approval path, contract allocation and execution reliability. Quotes should be normalized to the same scope before they are compared.
Should I approach more than one provider in London?
For a material mandate, a controlled shortlist is usually appropriate. Give each provider the same requirement and deadline, then compare capability, commercial terms and deliverables on a like-for-like basis.