HDI Global appoints Hannah Brooke as Head of Marine Cargo Underwriting for UK and Ireland

London, 6 December 2024

HDI Global in the UK and Ireland has appointed Hannah Brooke as Head of Marine Cargo Underwriting, effective 1 January 2025.

Reporting to Antonia Osborne, Director of Underwriting – Commercial, Brooke will lead the strategic growth of HDI’s Marine Cargo business. This involves delivering integrated services encompassing insurance coverage, risk engineering, and claims management.

Joining from HDI’s Belgian office, Brooke brings extensive experience in international marine insurance, including hull, machinery, and cargo underwriting.

Osborne commented on the appointment: “I’m thrilled to welcome Hannah. Her expertise will significantly advance one of our core business areas as we prepare for future growth. Her move from Belgium highlights HDI’s global opportunities and commitment to attracting top talent.”

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At the end of this message you find photos of Hannah Brooke and Antonia Osborne as well as the HDI logo and the News Release as PDF.

About HDI Global SE (HDI)

HDI Global SE (HDI) is a corporate and specialty insurer providing tailored insurance solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), large corporations, and mid-market clients. Beyond its strong European presence, HDI leverages its global network spanning over 175 countries through branch offices, subsidiaries, affiliates, and partners. As a Partner in Transformation, HDI Global SE manages over 5,100 international programs, offering multinational clients globally compliant coverage.

HDI Global SE is part of the Talanx Group and is a leading insurer. In 2023, its approximately 5,000 employees generated gross insurance revenue of approximately EUR 9.1 billion (according to IFRS 17).

Standard & Poor’s rates the Talanx Primary Group A+/stable (strong), and AM Best assigns an A+ rating. Talanx AG is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in the MDAX.

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