AXA XL strengthens Energy & Construction team in APAC & Europe with key hire
AXA XL Insurance has announced it has appointed Olivier Croese as Product Leader, Energy & Construction – APAC & Europe. His appointment is effective as of 26 September 2022 and he will be based in Paris, France
Mr. Croese will contribute to the development of the underwriting strategy for AXA XL’s Energy and Construction businesses in Europe, Asia and Australia, and oversee its implementation, working in close collaboration with AXA XL’s local underwriting and distribution teams.
Commenting on the appointment, Guillaume Parard, Head of Energy & Construction, APAC & Europe, said: “The drive to transition to a low-carbon economy is increasingly recognized and urgent. It presents significant opportunities for both the energy and construction sectors, but also comes with its set of risks. We have a role to play in helping businesses identify, understand and mitigate these risks; and I believe Olivier’s extensive experience and knowledge of the energy sector position him ideally to support our clients and partners as they navigate the changes ahead.”
Ms. Croese has more than 20 years’ experience in the energy sector. He started his career at Axens as a chemical engineer, before joining Scor where he held a number of energy and specialty underwriting and leadership roles in France, Singapore and Australia.
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