Aspen strengthens marine expertise

Aspen Insurance has appointed Patrick Hickey as executive vice president of marine at Aspen US Insurance.

He will lead Aspen Insurance’s marine operation in the US covering both inland and ocean and will report to Tony Carroll, executive vice president, head of marine, energy and construction for Aspen US Insurance.

He joins Aspen from Zurich, where he was most recently head of marine, global corporate, Zurich North America.

Carroll said: “The US marine market changes frequently and I believe we are strongly placed to successfully navigate that market and meet its unique needs.

Pat’s significant breadth of experience will support the growth of Aspen Insurance’s marine business in the US, using sound, technical underwriting and targeted broker distribution. Pat will be a valuable addition to our team and I am delighted to welcome him to Aspen Insurance.”