Validus Appoints Senior Construction, Engineering Underwriters at Talbot

Bermuda-based Validus Holdings, Ltd. announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Talbot Underwriting, Ltd., is expanding its presence in the international Construction and Engineering market with the appointments of Simon Wilcock and Patrick Bravery, both highly experienced underwriters who had formerly been with Swiss Re in London. They will join Talbot’s Lloyd’s Syndicate 1183 in 2010.

“Wilcock and Bravery will complement Talbot’s existing underwriting team and provide additional international experience and expertise in the international Construction and Engineering market, particularly in the disciplines of Erection all risks (EAR) and Construction all risks (CAR),” said the bulletin. They will report to David Turner, Talbot’s Construction Global Practice Leader.

Rupert Atkin, Talbot CEO, commented: “These appointments further demonstrate Talbot’s commitment to expanding the capabilities of Syndicate 1183 in market sectors where activity and opportunity remain significant. This includes the Construction and Engineering market, where we have been strategically expanding our capabilities. The addition of these highly experienced underwriters enhances our leadership depth and reinforces our strong position in this market.”

Source: Validus Holdings – www.validusholdings.com