In Briefs

Syndicate 2525 names Apollo’s Harcus as international casualty head

The carrier is looking to grow its business share in the international liability market.

Gallagher names new UK retail broking and placement MD

Simon Collings takes on the role following Mark Armitage’s retirement at the end of March.

BHSI makes insider German healthcare underwriting head

Michael Pille will take on the newly created role after three years at the Berkshire Hathaway business.

BMS takes property fac leader from Guy Carpenter

Larry Broadnax joins the broker’s US reinsurance business in Atlanta.

Marsh makes insider new multinational client service leader

David Rahr will take on the role as Justin Walsleben retires after more than 27 years at the firm.

AM Best puts Pure on positive outlook following Tokio Marine deal

Pure’s balance sheet was characterised as very strong, its operating performance neutral and its business profile neutral.

Gard selects Windward as marine data provider

Marine insurers are working with tech firms to improve the quality of underwriting data.

Dale Underwriting appoints Ramage to board

Jim Ramage has more than 50 years’ experience, most notably at JLT Re and Guy Carpenter.