Acquisition adds trusted U.S. travel insurance marketplace to Ignyte's growing global portfolio of travel brands
CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ignyte Insurance, a specialty insurance platform focused on acquiring and scaling high-performing insurance businesses, today announced the acquisition of InsureMyTrip, a leading travel insurance marketplace that has helped more than 6 million travelers compare and purchase coverage from trusted insurance providers.
The acquisition further advances Ignyte's strategy to build a dynamic global portfolio of travel and travel medical insurance businesses. InsureMyTrip joins five established Ignyte travel brands serving customers across the U.S. and international markets: ISO Student Health Insurance, Envisage Global Insurance, AllClear, InsureandGo and International Student Insurance.
Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Warwick, Rhode Island, InsureMyTrip was an early innovator in the online travel insurance marketplace and has built a trusted consumer brand over more than 25 years. Through longstanding carrier partnerships and a customer-focused digital platform, the company helps travelers easily research, compare and purchase coverage that meets their individual needs.
"Travel is an important and growing part of Ignyte's strategy, and we have been steadily building a portfolio of highly regarded businesses that serve travelers across markets around the world," said Geof McKernan, CEO of Ignyte Insurance. "InsureMyTrip is a natural addition to that portfolio. It has tremendous brand equity, longstanding carrier relationships and a loyal and growing customer base built over 25 years. We see significant opportunity to invest behind that foundation and bring Ignyte's resources and capabilities to bear to help the business accelerate its next stage of growth."
The acquisition reflects Ignyte's continued conviction in the travel insurance sector, a large global market benefiting from growing consumer adoption and an increasingly digital purchasing experience. Travelers are seeking greater flexibility, simplicity and convenience when protecting their trips, creating opportunities for established digital brands that make it easier to understand, compare and purchase coverage.
InsureMyTrip has insured more than 6 million travelers and generated more than 100,000 customer reviews, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5. The company has an industry-leading customer repeat rate, reflecting the loyalty it has built among travelers. Its marketplace enables consumers to quote, compare and purchase coverage across a broad range of travel needs, including trip cancellation, travel medical, evacuation, cruise, student travel and annual protection plans.
"InsureMyTrip was one of the early innovators in this space and has remained at the forefront of how consumers shop for travel insurance," McKernan added. "We acquire great businesses because we believe in what they have already built and see an opportunity to help them achieve even more. We are excited to welcome InsureMyTrip to the Ignyte family of brands and support the team as it continues to innovate, scale and serve travelers for years to come."
As part of Ignyte, InsureMyTrip will continue operating under its established brand and serving customers through its network of insurance carrier partners. Ignyte plans to continue investing in the business while providing access to additional capital, technology, digital capabilities and operational resources to support continued growth and scale.
Ignyte provides its portfolio companies with scalable capital, transformative technology and operational support designed to accelerate growth and innovation. Together, Ignyte businesses manage more than $650 million in premium and serve millions of customers worldwide, with operations spanning the U.S., UK, Europe and Australia.
For more information about Ignyte Insurance, visit ignyteins.com.
About Ignyte Insurance
Ignyte Insurance is a specialty insurance platform focused on building and scaling high-performing specialty insurance brands in unique, niche markets. The company's core strategy centers on acquiring and growing specialized insurance businesses that offer differentiated products and exceptional customer service. Backed by a strong track record of innovation and disciplined growth, Ignyte is committed to driving consistent underwriting performance, operational excellence and long-term value creation. With more than $4 billion in executed transactions, Ignyte is one of the fastest-growing specialty insurance platforms in the industry. Today, its diversified portfolio represents $650 million in premium and includes market-leading solutions for travel medical, international student health, leased equipment and specialist MGA platforms. For more information, follow Ignyte Insurance on LinkedIn.
About InsureMyTrip
InsureMyTrip is a leading travel insurance marketplace dedicated to helping travelers find the right coverage for their individual needs. For more than 25 years, InsureMyTrip has helped consumers research, compare and purchase travel insurance plans from a network of trusted insurance providers. Through its technology, data intelligence and customer-focused approach, InsureMyTrip empowers travelers to make informed insurance decisions and find coverage for a wide range of trips and travel needs. The company has insured more than 6 million travelers and is headquartered in Warwick, Rhode Island.
SOURCE Ignyte Insurance
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