“I am proud of the significant and positive strides Gibson has made during the last decade and the strong expansion in sector coverage and global presence," said Nigel Richardson, Managing Director of the company.

The new office will be headed by Pari Prakash and marks the latest expansion for the UK-based broker in a busy decade of global office openings.

"The company has an experienced and dynamic management in all these offices and marine sectors, and I am confident that our strong start to our presence in India bodes well for our ongoing success," Richardon added.

The company has also established itself in Dubai, Hong Kong, Houston, and Singapore.

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