A partnership bringing bespoke precision to cyber risk management and insurance placement.
In the world of tailored menswear, Savile Row represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship, where every stitch is considered and every measurement precise. The result is a garment that fits perfectly because it was made specifically for the wearer. This same philosophy of precision, expertise and personalised attention is now being applied to cyber insurance through a groundbreaking partnership between two award-winning specialists: BLW Insurance and Infoprotect.
For too long, cyber insurance has operated on a one-size-fits-all model. Businesses have been forced to complete lengthy questionnaires that fail to capture the nuances of their security posture, resulting in coverage gaps, inflated premiums and frustrated clients. BLW Insurance and Infoprotect have partnered to change this, introducing a methodology that delivers better outcomes for everyone involved: clients, brokers and underwriters alike.
Why This Partnership Matters Now
The cyber threat landscape facing UK businesses has never been more challenging. According to the UK Government’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025, commissioned by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and the Home Office, 43% of UK businesses experienced a cyber security breach or attack in the past year. For medium and large businesses, these figures rise dramatically to 70% and 74% respectively.
The financial impact is equally sobering. Research from Beaming found that UK businesses encountered an average of more than 753,000 malicious attempts to breach their systems in 2024, marking it the worst year on record for attempted cyber attacks. Businesses faced a new online threat every 42 seconds. Meanwhile, the Association of British Insurers reported that insurers paid £197 million in cyber claims for UK businesses in 2024, representing a 230% increase on the previous year, with malware and ransomware accounting for 51% of all claims.
Yet despite these escalating threats, many businesses struggle to secure appropriate cyber insurance coverage. Traditional proposal forms, often running to 15 pages or more, fail to capture accurate risk profiles. The result is a frustrating disconnect between what businesses need and what the market can offer.
“Our approach removes the friction that has long frustrated both clients and brokers. By replacing 15-page questionnaires with a guided, intelligence-led process and a comprehensive report, we help clients present their risk clearly and effectively, unlocking better coverage and pricing.” – Brett Sainty, CEO, BLW Insurance Brokers
Two Experts, One Vision
BLW Insurance: The Savile Row Tailor of Insurance
As a fully accredited Lloyd’s Broker, BLW Insurance brings decades of expertise in crafting bespoke insurance solutions for UK businesses. Just as a Savile Row tailor takes precise measurements and selects the finest materials, BLW takes the time to understand each client’s unique risk profile, business operations and coverage requirements. Their approach prioritises relationships over transactions, delivering tailored protection rather than off-the-peg policies.
BLW’s reputation has been built on their ability to present complex risks to underwriters in a way that builds confidence and secures competitive terms. They understand that effective insurance placement requires more than form-filling; it demands genuine expertise, market knowledge and the ability to articulate risk clearly.
Infoprotect: Bridging the Cyber Gap
Infoprotect UK specialises in helping businesses understand, measure and improve their cyber security posture. Under the leadership of CEO Brad Fraser, Infoprotect has developed comprehensive cyber risk assessment methodologies based on globally recognised frameworks including NIST CSF 2.0 and CIS V8.1.
What sets Infoprotect apart is their unique focus on making businesses “insurable”. Rather than treating cyber security purely as a technical challenge, they integrate governance, risk and compliance considerations that directly influence insurance outcomes. Their assessments don’t just identify vulnerabilities; they translate technical findings into the language that underwriters need to accurately price risk.
“This partnership brings the insurance and cybersecurity worlds together in a way that truly benefits everyone involved. We’re not just simplifying the process, we’re empowering businesses with the intelligence to make informed, strategic decisions about their cyber resilience.” – Brad Fraser, CEO, Infoprotect UK
How the Partnership Works: The Cyber Assess Process
The BLW and Infoprotect partnership has developed a streamlined, data-driven process that eliminates the traditional barriers to effective cyber insurance placement. Instead of clients struggling through complex proposal forms filled with technical jargon, they engage in a collaborative online assessment that captures accurate, comprehensive cyber risk data.
The process begins when BLW identifies a client facing cyber insurance challenges, whether that’s difficulty understanding existing cyber security maturity, obtaining coverage, excessive premiums or inadequate limits. BLW introduces Infoprotect, who then consults directly with the client to understand their business operations, I.T infrastructure and current security measures.
Infoprotect then conducts their Cyber Assess evaluation, a thorough review that examines technical security controls, governance maturity and human risk factors. The assessment produces a detailed cyber risk report that serves multiple purposes. For the client, it shows the level of cyber maturity with a roadmap for improvement. For underwriters, it provides the robust, data-backed risk profiles they need to price accurately. For brokers, it delivers credibility through enhanced risk presentation. For clients, it offers a board-level report complete with a risk matrix, mitigation priorities and an actionable improvement roadmap.
Crucially, the information is shared transparently between all parties. There are no surprises, no gaps and no miscommunication. The report is signed off and validated before submission to insurers, ensuring accuracy and building the trust that leads to better outcomes.
The Results: Better Coverage, Better Pricing
The methodology behind this partnership has already proven its worth. Infoprotect’s Cyber Assess process has enabled businesses to secure up to double the coverage at a third of the original premium compared with traditional placement methods. These aren’t marginal improvements; they represent a fundamental transformation in how cyber insurance delivers value.
In one case, a large UK motor dealership had previously been unable to obtain cyber insurance through conventional channels. Infoprotect’s comprehensive risk assessment enabled the dealership to secure coverage that had been unavailable. Better still, they achieved twice the coverage offered previously, on significantly improved terms, at 60% of the quoted premium. By combining this proven assessment methodology with BLW’s market expertise and Lloyd’s access, the partnership is positioned to deliver exceptional outcomes for UK businesses.
This approach reflects the power of transparency. When underwriters receive detailed, validated information about a client’s cyber risk posture, they can price with confidence rather than defaulting to conservative assumptions. The result is coverage that accurately reflects actual risk, benefiting clients and insurers alike.
Why This Matters for UK Businesses
The UK Government’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025 revealed that while 62% of small businesses now have cyber insurance (up from 49% in 2024), significant gaps remain. Only 29% of businesses conducted cyber risk assessments in the past year, and just 27% have a board member with responsibility for cyber security, down from 38% in 2021. Meanwhile, ransomware attacks have doubled, rising from less than 0.5% of businesses affected in 2024 to 1% in 2025, representing an estimated 19,000 organisations.
These statistics underscore a critical truth: cyber threats are not diminishing, and businesses cannot rely solely on technical controls. The most sophisticated security measures can still be breached, making insurance an essential component of any comprehensive risk management strategy.
Yet insurance is only valuable if it provides adequate coverage at a sustainable cost. Too many businesses find themselves underinsured because traditional processes failed to capture their true security posture, or overcharged because underwriters lacked the confidence to offer competitive terms. The BLW and Infoprotect partnership addresses both challenges by ensuring that risk is accurately understood and clearly communicated.
Beyond Insurance: A Roadmap for Resilience
What distinguishes this partnership from traditional insurance placement is the value delivered beyond the policy itself. The cyber risk report produced through the assessment process isn’t merely a tool for securing coverage; it’s a strategic document that helps businesses improve their security posture over time.
The report includes an actionable improvement roadmap, identifying specific steps businesses can take to reduce their cyber risk exposure. These improvements don’t just enhance security; they position businesses for even better insurance terms at renewal. Underwriters increasingly reward demonstrable improvement, creating a virtuous cycle where investment in security translates directly to reduced insurance costs.
Infoprotect’s ongoing engagement model ensures that businesses aren’t left to implement improvements alone. Through their Cyber GRC and Cyber Protect services, they provide the continuous support that maintains and enhances security maturity throughout the policy period.
What Businesses Receive
Through the BLW and Infoprotect partnership, UK businesses gain access to a comprehensive cyber risk report tailored to their specific operations and industry sector. This includes an executive-level summary with a prioritised risk matrix that translates technical findings into business terms that board members and senior leaders can understand and act upon.
The actionable roadmap identifies quick wins alongside longer-term improvements, enabling businesses to demonstrate progress to insurers and enhance their security posture systematically. Coverage obtained through this process reflects the true risk profile, meaning transparent, competitive terms that provide genuine value.
Perhaps most importantly, businesses gain access to expert guidance from specialists who understand both the technical realities of cyber security and the commercial requirements of insurance placement. This combination of expertise is rare in the market and delivers outcomes that neither discipline could achieve alone.
Take the Next Step
The cyber insurance landscape is evolving rapidly. Businesses that embrace comprehensive risk assessment now will find themselves better positioned to secure appropriate coverage at competitive rates, while those who persist with traditional approaches may find themselves increasingly challenged by market requirements.
If your business is struggling to obtain adequate cyber coverage, facing significant premium increases, or simply wants to ensure that your insurance truly reflects your security investment, the BLW Insurance and Infoprotect partnership offers a proven path forward.
Contact the team for a confidential discussion about how this approach could benefit your business.
BLW Insurance: brett.sainty@blwinsurance.co.uk
Infoprotect UK: brad.fraser@infoprotect.co.uk
See the gaps. Strengthen your defences. Protect your future.
Sources
- UK Government Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025, Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and Home Office, April 2025
- Beaming UK Cyber Attack Statistics 2024, January 2025
- Association of British Insurers Cyber Claims Report, November 2025