Arch Insurance hires senior cargo underwriter

Arch Insurance International (Arch) has appointed seasoned insurance leader David Stallard as its new senior cargo underwriter, effective immediately.

Stallard (pictured) brings over 20 years of insurance market experience in underwriting and broking to Arch. Before joining the company, he was Lockton’s senior vice president for cargo and logistics. He was also a cargo and equipment underwriter at Markel International and Skuld 1897, and held broking roles at Ropner Insurance Services and Price Forbes & Partners.

In his new role at Arch, Stallard joins the cargo and logistics division to drive growth through developing key relationships by establishing the team’s lead market capability and strengthening the company’s position in the sector. He is based in London and reports to Steve O’Gorman, head of cargo and logistics.

Commenting on the new member of the team, O’Gorman said: “With a career history that spans both underwriting and broking, David brings a wealth of experience and technical knowledge that will add significant strength and depth to our cargo and logistics underwriting team. His appointment reinforces our commitment to providing our brokers and clients with the highest levels of technical expertise and service excellence.”