Broking giant Envest Group will launch heavy motor agency TLI Underwriting at the end of this month.

The new business will operate as an authorised representative of Envest’s heavy motor specialist underwriter ATL Insurance Group.

“While ATL continues to focus on SME transport owner-operators, TLI allows us to broaden our reach and better serve the larger fleet segment with specialised products and underwriting expertise,” Envest agencies CEO Richard Heilig said.

TLI – majority owned by Envest – says its launch is a “significant step” in enhancing insurance for the transport and logistics industry, and it will place an emphasis on service, risk management and long-term partnerships.

Pat Miller, formerly PSC’s Australian and UK broking operations CEO, will lead TLI as MD. Luke Sellars, most recently GT Insurance Queensland manager, is head of underwriting.

Mr Miller says there is a “clear gap” in the market around providing dedicated service and support to brokers working with heavy motor fleet operators.

“TLI Underwriting is here to fill that gap with a comprehensive [Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance-backed] insurance program that delivers real value to fleet businesses,” he said.

Envest, part of UK-based Ardonagh, is one of Australia’s largest privately owned insurance and financial services distribution groups, with more than 50 brands including Aviso, PSC and Resilium.