Round-up of the weekly news and developments from the global (re)insurance market with stories from MS Amlin Underwriting, QBE UK, Beazley and more.
MS AUL promotes Rachael Wallington to Head of Specialty Reinsurance
Lloyd’s global (re)insurer, MS Amlin Underwriting Limited has announced the promotion of Rachael Wallington to head of specialty reinsurance. She currently serves as lead class underwriter for agriculture reinsurance and takes up the new role from 1 November 2021. Read More
Chris Wallace appointed to lead QBE UK insurance business
QBE has announced the appointment of Chris Wallace as executive director of the firm’s UK insurance business, succeeding Cécile Fresneau who was promoted to run the European Operations Insurance division earlier this year and whom Wallace will continue to report to. Read More
Simon Wilson joins Beazley as head of open market, London
Beazley has announced the appointment of Simon Wilson as head of open market in London. His role will involve managing the open market teams, underwriting open market account within the property team and providing insight on market issues. Read More
SCOR CEO, Denis Kessler appointed chair of Reinsurance Advisory Board
Specialist representative body for the reinsurance industry, the Reinsurance Advisory Board (RAB) has announced the appointment of Dennis Kessler as its chair a position he already held from 2009 to 2010 and takes over from Christian Mumenthaler, Swiss Re CEO. Read More
BHSI creates global network across 170 countries
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has announced the expansion of its global network to 170 countries worldwide. This encompasses owned offices and network partners that can provide the firm’s customers with locally admitted insurance policies. Read More
