Built on experience.
Shaped by people.
New name. Same principles.
We have rebranded from HWI (HW Wood) to Dubois. Our new name marks the next chapter in our story. The company is in family ownership, united under a name reflecting where we began and how we work today.
Dubois means ‘of wood’. It is a nod to our original founder, Hugh Wood, and the values that still define us. Clarity in how we communicate. Care in every detail. Collaboration across borders and teams.
What began with trust and understanding continues today, with a renewed focus on openness, teamwork and results clients can depend on.
Rooted in heritage.
Focused on the future.
From a small room on Bond Street in 1982, we grew into an international broker with a distinctive way of doing business.
Our founder, Hugh Wood, arranged cover for stamp collections. This niche taught us to listen carefully and tailor solutions to what really matters. The same principle guides us today.
By the mid-1980s, we expanded to New York, where real estate and commercial opportunities shaped our next growth phase. From that moment, we opened offices in Spain, Germany, and Australia as international clients asked for specialist insight with a personal approach. Each market developed its strengths, from film and entertainment to real estate and international networks, while we kept our entrepreneurial spirit.
Today, as Dubois, we continue that heritage.
We remain family-owned and owner-led, working across borders and teams to give clients boutique-level attention with global strength.
Our history
At a glance. The essentials.
Offices in Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Madrid & Melbourne.
Founded 1982 | Family owned
Our values
Expertise is expected in insurance. What makes us different is how we deliver it.
People first, always.
We start with questions, not quotes. A dedicated team listens, understands, and stays involved.
Clarity over complexity
Plain English and purposeful explanations so every decision is well-informed.
Accountability matters
Our people are empowered to manage the process from start to finish. Clients always know who is accountable and can trust that we will see things through.
Boutique care, global reach.
Personal attention with the reach of international markets and trusted partners.
Our entities
Four disciplines. One approach
We operate as one team across three disciplines: specialist broking, our international broker network, and consulting. The result is clear advice, precise placements, and consistent service wherever you trade.
Dubois
Insurance Brokers
Privately owned insurance brokerage providing clear advice and tailored placements.
Dubois
Consulting (Spain)
Practical benefits, advice and ongoing support for your teams.
Our people
Our strength lies in our people.
At Dubois, clients deal directly with experienced brokers who take the time to understand your needs and act with care and ownership. Our teams share one approach: clear advice, personal relationships and collaboration across borders.
Our offices
Insurance solutions.
Wherever you are.
We operate across Europe and Australia, bringing regional insight and international collaboration together under one approach.
Our offices in Germany, Spain, and Australia are home to dedicated specialists who work seamlessly across borders to deliver a single, seamless experience.
Wherever you are, you’ll find the same clarity, care, and collaboration that define Dubois.