Nexus Group, one of the region’s largest independent insurance brokers, registered solid growth in 2010 with a 45 per cent jump in general insurance business, while its life and savings grew by 36 per cent.

Nexus, which was set up in 2006 through a management buy-out of the distribution arm of Zurich International Life, boasts of a major presence in the region with offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar and Bahrain.

The company organised an 'Awards Gala Night' at The Atlantis, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai to celebrate its success and also recognise the hard work of the staff members who had taken Nexus Group to greater heights.

Speaking at the function, Nexus founder and CEO Mahmoud Nodjoumi, said, "Our Gala awards night is the time we recognise the hard work and dedication of our people who continue to build business by providing best possible advice and service to our clients."

The company provides a wide range of independent financial services using a broad spectrum of licensed products developed by regulated insurance providers.

Financial advice covers savings, retirement planning and educational plans, as well as offering general insurance requirements for vehicles, boats and home contents, together with insurance cover for businesses.-TradeArabia News Service