24-05-2025
BMS Group expands in Turkey with Oria purchase
BMS Group has acquired Istanbul-based Oria Sigorta ve Reasürans Brokerliği, expanding its presence within the Turkish insurance sector.
Financial terms of the deal remain undisclosed.
The move is part of BMS Group's plan to extend its reach into the Middle East and enhance its capabilities in providing client-focused solutions.
Established in 2019, Oria offers corporate insurance and employee health benefits solutions.
The acquisition is expected to bring more 'competitive' and 'holistic' services to both local and international clients, and insurance partners.
BMS Turkey CEO Kerim Gürkan said: "This is an integration of two like-minded businesses. Over the past three years, BMS has established itself in Turkey as a leading specialty broker with strong international capacity. Now, by joining forces with Oria's experienced team and local insight, we enter an exciting new chapter – broadening our client base and deepening the value we bring to both clients and insurance partners, locally and globally."
Oria owner and chairman Cenk Erden, along with executive vice-president Remzi Duman, will join the Board of BMS Turkey.
The combined operations will operate under the name BMS Group Sigorta ve Reasurans Brokerligi.
Erden added: "This partnership brings together Oria's local market knowledge with BMS's international strength and vision. It is a natural fit built on shared values and a commitment to delivering high-impact, high-value solutions. We are thrilled to join BMS and contribute to its ambitious growth journey."
This continues BMS Group's acquisition spree, which includes David Roberts & Partners in the UK and Rasher in Spain.
Additionally, BMS Group is planning to foray into the Dubai International Financial Centre, pending regulatory approval.
Last month, BMS Group appointed Jean-Jacques Henchoz as Board chairman, effective 1 May.
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