Allianz’s AGCS snags Swiss Re talent as new head of marine in Canada

Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS),  Allianz group’s specialist corporate insurer, has hired a new head of marine in Canada from  Swiss Re Corporate Solutions.

Anthony Tramonte (pictured) will be based in Toronto, reporting directly to Rich Soja, North American head of marine and global head of inland marine.

In his new role, Tramonte will develop and execute the local strategy and support the development of AGCS’ global strategy for inland marine, as well as ocean marine. He will also manage the Canadian marine team and have oversight of all aspects of the marine portfolio in the region.

Tramonte joins AGCS from Swiss Re Corporate Solutions, where he was employed since 2013 as a senior engineering and construction underwriter. While there, he was part of the Canadian engineering and construction division and helped establish Swiss Re’s presence in the mid-market business; In this role he developed strong relationships with key brokers and facilitated the insurance placement of complex construction projects.

Prior to Swiss Re, Tramonte held positions at Liberty International Underwriters Canada and FM Global Insurance Co.

Soja said: “Anthony is an experienced executive with a solid understanding of the Canadian market and I am delighted to welcome him to AGCS as we continue to strengthen our visibility in the region. His strong technical background coupled with a demonstrated history of distribution management will serve as assets to our multifaceted business.”

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