LONDON, Feb. 25,
2025 /CNW/ -- Markel, the insurance operation
within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), today announced that
Dean Johnson has been appointed to
the role of Senior Underwriter, Transport and Logistics, effective
immediately.
Based in London, Johnson will
be focused on driving the profitable expansion of the Transport and
Logistics portfolio by underwriting liability and property package
policies for the ports, terminals and marine trades industries, as
well as cargo liabilities and marine professional indemnity,
globally. He will work closely with the team to continue supporting
broker partners, spearhead the development of innovative products,
and identify new opportunities to scale further profitable
growth.
Johnson's appointment further demonstrates Markel's commitment
to supporting clients with their evolving risk exposures through
best-in-class underwriting services and expertise. He will report
directly to Grant Smith, Director of
Marine and Energy Liability, Transport and Logistics, who took on a
dual role heading up the organisation's Transport and Logistics
team earlier this year.
Smith commented: "I'm delighted to welcome Dean to the team at a
pivotal time for the transport and logistics sector. Evolving
global trade patterns, regulatory shifts, and increasing risk
complexity are reshaping the market, making deep expertise and
strategic underwriting more important than ever. Dean's extensive
knowledge of marine insurance clauses, market wordings, and risk
analytics—combined with his strong broker relationships in
London and internationally—will be
instrumental as we expand our International Specialty division in
London.
"His leadership and technical acumen will help us strengthen our
position as a trusted partner, delivering innovative solutions that
meet the evolving needs of our clients worldwide."
Johnson joins Markel from Travelers Syndicate Management, where
he spent 14 years, most recently as Underwriter in Ports and
Terminals. In his previous position, he held full underwriting
authority to write new and renewal business, product development,
and broker expansion, both in London and internationally. Prior to this,
Johnson worked for Ropner Insurance Services, where he was
Marine Hull and Liability Placing
Broker. With extensive experience across claims, placing, and
underwriting, he brings a well-rounded perspective and
cross-functional expertise to his new role.
About Markel
We are Markel, a leading global specialty
insurer with a truly people-first approach. As the insurance
operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), we operate the
Markel Specialty, Markel International, and Markel Global
Reinsurance divisions, as well as State National, our portfolio
protection and program services operations, and Nephila, our
insurance-linked securities operations. Our broad array of
capabilities and expertise allow us to create intelligent solutions
for the most complex risk management needs. However, it is our
people – and the deep, valued relationships they develop with
colleagues, brokers and clients – that differentiates us
worldwide.
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