Peak Re Names Swiss Re’s Kuk as CEO, Succeeding Co-Founder Hahn

Peak Reinsurance Co. Ltd., the Hong Kong-based reinsurer that specializes in emerging markets, announced that Victor Kuk will become chief executive officer, effective April 20, 2026, subject to regulatory approval.

Kuk is succeeding Franz-Josef Hahn, co-founder and CEO of Peak Re, who will transition from his current role and assume the position of special adviser, continuing to provide strategic oversight until October 9, 2026.

Kuk is a seasoned insurance executive with over two decades of leadership experience across Asia. He joins Peak Re from Swiss Re, where he served as CEO of Swiss Re Asia Pte. Ltd. and was also the head of P&C Reinsurance Market Unit.

Kuk previously held senior roles including regional CEO for AXA Asia General Insurance and chief risk officer for QBE Asia Pacific and Latin America.

“On behalf of the board, we sincerely thank Franz for his visionary leadership and dedication that have been central to Peak Re’s success in becoming a globally respected reinsurer,” commented Vincent Li, chairman of the board of Peak Re. “We warmly welcome Mr. Victor Kuk as CEO; his exceptional leadership and experience will guide the company into its next chapter, accelerating profitable growth and global diversification.”

“I am very grateful to our clients, partners, dedicated colleagues and shareholders for their unwavering trust and long-term support over the past decade. Building Peak Re has been the most rewarding chapter of my career, and I am proud of the resilient platform and team we have created together,” according to Hahn. “I wish Victor and our talented team every success as they build on this foundation and propel Peak Re towards delivering even greater value in the years ahead.”

Source: Peak Re