Charles Taylor, an insurance services group, agreed to acquire V+B Group, a maritime assurance and surveying company. Financial terms were not disclosed. “We have grown V+B Group to become a key player in the maritime survey space, building a reputation in the industry thanks to our comprehensive offering and best-in-class service. We still have substantial opportunities for growth moving forward and being part of Charles Taylor will enable us to capitalize on these, with increased firepower thanks to its international network and broad line of expertise," Roelof Boerma, V+B Group Director and Partner.