Canopius - Ownership and Business Overview

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Canopius Ownership

Who owns Canopius?

Canopius is owned by Centerbridge Partners. It was acquired on March 9, 2018.

Is Canopius PE-backed?

Yes. Canopius is owned by private equity investor Centerbridge Partners.

Was Canopius formerly PE-backed?

Yes. Canopius was formerly owned by 1 private investor.

Canopius Business Overview

Where is Canopius headquartered?

Canopius is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.

What sector is Canopius in?

Canopius is an insurance company.

When was Canopius founded?

Canopius was founded in 2003.

Insurance M&A Summary in 2018

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Canopius

Canopius Group Ltd.

Floor 29 22 Bishopsgate,
London, EC2N 4BQ
United Kingdom,
+44 (0)20 7337 3700
www.canopius.com

Canopius is a general insurance company operating in the Lloyd's insurance market in London. The Company also has underwriting platforms as well as various service companies. Canopius underwrites primarily short-tail property risks and some casualty risks with an underwriting premium capacity. Canopius was founded in 2003 and is based in London, United Kingdom.


Company Summary

SECTOR

Insurance

Established

2003

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