Marsh bolsters aviation risk leadership with new hire

Global broker  Marsh has bolstered its aviation risk leadership with a new hire from Cathay Pacific Airways.

Rick Howell (pictured) joins Marsh as aviation operational risk consulting leader. In this role, he will advise Marsh Specialty’s aviation clients globally on best practice in operational risk management, safety audits, and governance, as well as in non-technical areas such as culture, people safety, and mental health.

Based in Hong Kong, Howell will report to Garrett Hanrahan, global head of aviation & space, Marsh Specialty.

Howell brings 43 years’ experience in the aviation industry to the business. He will join Marsh Specialty from Cathay Pacific Airways, where he is manager of operational safety and risk management - a role that encompasses all aspects of aviation safety, security, quality, business resilience, human factors, occupational health and safety, and compliance. Prior to Cathay, Howell held senior positions at the Hong Kong Government Flying Service and Royal Hong Kong Auxiliary Air Force. He is a member of IATA’s Security Advisory Council and since 2005 has twice served as chair of IATA’s Safety Group. Howell entered the world of aviation through his 12-year service in the Royal Air Force.

Hanrahan said: “The aviation industry is experiencing a period of significant change in response to the evolving risk landscape, which is in turn creating a host of new challenges and opportunities for businesses. I am confident that Rick’s knowledge and insight will be invaluable when helping our clients navigate this new world of risk, as they build their resilience and grow.”

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