Syndicate 2525 strengthens international liability underwriting

Syndicate 2525 strengthens international liability underwriting 150 150 Haggie Partners

D L Dale & Others, Syndicate 2525, the specialist employers’ and third party liability Lloyd’s insurer, today announces the appointment of Charles Harcus as head of international casualty, effective 6 April.

Harcus joins from Apollo Syndicate where he has been head of international casualty since 2014. Prior to this, he was portfolio manager, international casualty, Latin America and the Caribbean at QBE.

Harcus’ appointment will strengthen the international liability underwriting capability, a continued key area of growth for the syndicate and maintain its market-leading reputation for partnering with brokers and clients to provide a complete solution for insurance needs worldwide.

Tony Ive, active underwriter*, DL Dale & Others, Syndicate 2525 said: “We are delighted to welcome Charles to the team. His knowledge and specialist expertise will significantly enhance our underwriting proposition and claims offering to brokers and policyholders around the world.”

Formed in 2000, Syndicate 2525 has established itself as a leader within the London market in all aspects of liability business, including offshore and construction risks. In 2014, a primary international liability account was established to underwrite SME business, construction risks and larger corporate accounts primarily in Canada, Australia and South Africa. Syndicate 2525 is managed by Asta Managing Agency.