Howden Insurance Brokers Australia is part of Howden Group Holdings, a global insurance intermediary founded in London in 1994. Operating in over 50 countries, Howden offers insurance and risk management solutions to businesses and individuals. In Australia, Howden has offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth, providing services across various sectors including corporate risks, people risk, private clients, and alternative risk solutions.
Howden’s structure emphasises employee ownership, with employees holding a significant share of the company. This model fosters a client-focused approach, encouraging personalised service backed by global expertise.
In the realm of sustainable finance, Howden has developed initiatives such as Howden Climate Parametrics, focusing on creating parametric insurance products to support decarbonisation and help communities build resilience to climate-related hazards. Additionally, Howden has launched insurance solutions for carbon capture and storage (CCS) facilities, covering CO₂ leakage risks, thereby supporting the financial viability of CCS projects.
Howden also engages in partnerships to enhance climate resilience. For instance, in Fiji, Howden collaborated with the United Nations Capital Development Fund to provide insurance payouts to individuals affected by tropical cyclones and floods, demonstrating a commitment to supporting vulnerable communities.
Through its comprehensive services and initiatives, Howden Insurance Brokers Australia combines global reach with local expertise, offering tailored insurance solutions while contributing to sustainable finance and community resilience efforts.
Our mission is to challenge incumbency and complacency.
