Canopius poaches specie expert from Marsh

Canopius Group has poached a senior executive from Marsh to become head of specie.

Philip Turner had led the specie practice at Marsh for the past 20 years. He will report to Joyce Webb, group head of marine.

Webb said: “I am delighted that Philip is joining us as head of specie. He is widely acknowledged in the market for his expertise in providing risk solutions across the spectrum of specie risks. His skills and experience will complement our team and enable us to enhance our current proposition as we seek to play a more significant role within the specie market.”