Equinox Global expands Netherlands operations with Atradius hire

Equinox Global, the Lloyd’s cover holder specialising in trade credit insurance, has appointed Maurice Stolk as credit analyst.

Stolk will be based in the Netherlands and report to Frank Masteling, head of the Netherlands and the Nordic region. His appointment follows the strong growth Equinox has experienced in the Netherlands since the office launched in 2014.

Stolk has more than 15 years of experience in credit insurance in the Netherlands and was latterly, business development manager at Atradius Collections. His previous senior management experience includes roles as commercial analyst and underwriter in the Dutch team of Atradius.

Mike Holley, chief executive of Equinox Global, said: “Maurice’s appointment represents an important step change in the scale, pace and service quality of our Dutch business, which has been one of our fastest growing businesses. I am very much looking forward to working with Maurice as we look to continue to expand our operations in this region.”

Frank Masteling, head of the Netherlands and the Nordic region added: “Maurice will help us to maintain our service at the very high level that our brokers and customers have experienced so far. We intend to continue our strong growth this year and Maurice will help us to achieve our ambitious goals.”