Arch Insurance poaches senior cargo underwriter from Lockton

Arch Insurance International, part of Bermuda-based Arch Capital Group, has hired a senior cargo underwriter from broker Lockton in the UK.

David Stallard (pictured) will join Arch’s cargo and logistics division. He will be responsible for driving growth through the development of key relationships, focusing on establishing the team’s lead market capability and strengthening Arch’s position in the sector.

Based in London, he will report to Steve O’Gorman, head of cargo and logistics.

Stallard brings over 20 years of insurance market experience in both underwriting and broking to the role. Most recently, he was senior vice president, cargo and logistics at Lockton having joined the company in 2018. He was also a cargo and equipment underwriter at both Markel International and Skuld 1897 and has held previous broking roles at Ropner Insurance Services and Price Forbes & Partners.

O’Gorman said: “With a career history that spans both underwriting and broking, David brings a wealth of experience and technical knowledge that will add significant strength and depth to our cargo and logistics underwriting team. His appointment reinforces our commitment to providing our brokers and clients with the highest levels of technical expertise and service excellence.”

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