Aspen lures Liberty International exec

Bermuda-based Aspen has appointed a former Liberty International Underwriters executive as global head of environmental within its insurance operations.

William McElroy will lead Aspen Insurance's global environmental practice and is tasked with establishing a new global platform around product capabilities and distribution across various markets and geographies.

Prior to his appointment, McElrgoy served as senior vice president at Liberty International Underwriters.

Mario Vitale, chief executive officer of Aspen Insurance, said: "With more than thirty years of experience, Bill brings a wealth of expertise to Aspen Insurance that will help us globalise our environmental product offerings.

“He will focus on bringing environmental risk transfer solutions to global customers. Bill will be an important addition to our team and I am delighted to welcome him to Aspen."