BLW Insurance Brokers has been named Independent Broker of the Year: Medium at the prestigious Insurance Broker Awards 2025, cementing its reputation as one of the most innovative and client-focused firms in the industry.
The award recognises the company’s three decades of delivering bespoke insurance solutions and celebrates its commitment to independence at a time when the sector is seeing rapid consolidation. Judges commended BLW for its ability to secure coverage for high-value heritage projects worth millions, risks that other firms had deemed impossible to place.
“This award is an extraordinary milestone for us,” said Brett Sainty, CEO of BLW Insurance Brokers. “It reflects not just our expertise in tackling complex cases, but also our deep-rooted belief that every client deserves the kind of meticulous, tailored service you’d expect on Savile Row.”
Founded over 50 years ago, BLW Insurance Brokers has built enduring relationships in the London insurance market while maintaining its debt-free, director-owned structure, a model that, the company says, allows it to prioritise clients’ needs above shareholder demands.
The judges’ panel highlighted BLW’s strong client testimonials, clear growth strategy, and focus on risk mitigation, calling the firm “a stand-out example of genuine independence delivering exceptional outcomes.”
The recognition comes as a point of pride for BLW’s team, which views the accolade not only as an industry benchmark but also as validation of the company’s philosophy: putting clients at the absolute centre of everything they do.
“For us, this is about proving that independence still matters,” added Mark Gilbert, who picked up the award on the night. “We’ve always believed that when you have the freedom to tailor solutions without outside pressures, you achieve the best results for clients, especially in complex and high-stakes cases.”
The Insurance Broker Awards bring together leading professionals across the financial and insurance sectors to celebrate innovation, excellence, and client impact. This year’s event shone a spotlight on firms that continue to push boundaries and raise the bar for service and expertise.
For BLW Insurance Brokers, the accolade is more than just a trophy: it’s a testament to the power of relationship-driven service and long-term commitment to the communities they serve.