Markets/Coverages: Lockton Launches US Aviation Practice

Brokerage Lockton said it launched a U.S. Aviation Practice to help aviation and aerospace organizations navigate increasingly complex operational, regulatory, geopolitical, and insurance market challenges.

Taylor Anderson has been appointed to lead the practice. The promotion follows seven years as Lockton’s senior vice president, defense & aerospace for the southeastern U.S.

Lockton said the new aviation practice strengthens coordination among Lockton’s aviation specialists and industry resources—including aligning with the firm’s global network—to deliver tailored risk advisory, insurance placement, and strategic risk management solutions for clients across the global aviation and aerospace ecosystem.

The practice will focus on:

• Enhancing client service and industry specialization,
• Driving enterprise collaboration across business units,
• Investing in talent and capabilities to support growth,
• Expanding Lockton’s presence across key aviation sectors, and
• Engaging Lockton’s global capabilities in space launch and other areas of expertise in support of U.S. clients.