HDI-Gerling hires UK and Ireland liability head

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Industrial Insurance Company HDI-Gerling has appointed Mark Appleton to the position of liability underwriting director for the UK and Ireland.

Mr Alppleton joins from RSA where he was European casualty director. Previously he held senior positions at Chubb and CNA and brings with him experience in the UK and global insurance markets. He has over 20 years liability underwriting experience specialising in complex risk-managed business.

He will be responsible for the UK and Ireland liability portfolio with a focus on developing and managing the liability business in HDI-Gerling's major and global division. He will report directly to David Ball, director, Major and Global Risks and also Richard Taylor, managing director for the UK and Ireland.

Mr Taylor commented: "I am delighted that Mark has chosen to join our company. Mark combines significant industry experience and strong broker relationships with an in-depth knowledge of industrial business in the UK and global sectors. He has proven himself to be an effective leader who understands how to develop and grow a profitable account."

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