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26 March 2018Insurance

Berkshire expands in Australia P&C insurance with Chubb execs

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has opened a new office in Perth to further expand its presence in Australia while appointing new property and casualty lines leaders.

Anthony Prindiville will lead its casualty underwriting, and Mark Shepard will be responsible for property underwriting. Both executives join BHSI from property/casualty insurer Chubb.

Prindiville has over 30 years of insurance industry experience, most recently as global distribution manager at Chubb Insurance Australia. Shepard has been in the industry for over 16 years, most recently as underwriting manager – property, technical lines and energy at Chubb Insurance Australia.

BHSI’s Perth office will underwrite casualty, property, mining, energy, construction, power, marine, transport and logistics, healthcare liability, accident and health, and executive and professional lines for a broad range of business segments.

“Expanding our footprint into Western Australia will enhance our ability to build lasting relationships with brokers and customers throughout the country,” said Chris Colahan, president, Australasia.

“We are pleased to have Anthony and Mark at the helm as we build our local team in Perth. We look forward to developing a full suite of insurance products, risk management and claims services in this region.”

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