XL Catlin appoints global practice leader for cargo

Andrew Coutts has been appointed as global practice leader for cargo at XL Catlin’s insurance operations. According to XL Catlin, he will be responsible for managing a global underwriting team and one of the largest cargo insurance portfolios in the London market.

Mr Coutts joins XL Catlin from Brit Global Specialty, where he worked for nearly ten years as cargo underwriter. He has more than 30 years’ experience in the marine cargo insurance industry and has held several positions within industry trade bodies, including the International Union of Marine Insurance and the International Underwriting Association. Mr Coutts will be based in London.

Robert McAdams, XL Catlin’s chief underwriting officer for global marine, said: “In this transitioning market, it is essential that we continue to build upon the high standards and consistent level of service our clients have come to expect from us. I am delighted to bring Andrew on board; his strong leadership and understanding of the market is exactly what we need to steer strategy for our team globally.”