Liberty Syndicates Strengthens Marine Division

Liberty Syndicates Management Limited (Liberty Syndicates), a member of Liberty Mutual Group, is strengthening its Marine Division (led by Simon Clapham) through the hiring of a dedicated Marine Hull underwriter. 

Source: Source: Liberty Mutua | Published on November 16, 2010

Rob Henbury has taken the position of Class Underwriter and will head up this line of business.  Operating from Liberty Syndicates’ underwriting box at Lloyd’s, he will underwrite a full range of Marine Hull business including hull and machinery ‘all risks’, total loss, building risks and ancillary interests including port risks, loss of hire, tows and average disbursements.

Commenting on the appointment, Liberty Syndicates’ CEO Nick Metcalf said: “We’re delighted to welcome Rob to Liberty Syndicates. The addition of

Marine Hull fills a crucial gap in our Marine Division and supports the strategy of enhancing the Syndicate’s product offering, which further increases our position as a must see market.”

Liberty Syndicates’ Chief Underwriting Office Matthew Moore said: “Rob has over 30 years experience in the London marine insurance market encompassing all areas, business and vessel types.  His longstanding trading relationships and market standing will undoubtedly result in opportunities for all areas of Liberty Syndicates’ Marine Division.”