Swiss Re Establishes North America Marine Team

Swiss Re Corporate Solutions has expanded its marine business by opening a North America marine office. Beginning October 1, 2015, the New York-based team will provide ocean cargo insurance, with additional products to follow, the company said.

Robert Solitro, Head Special Lines North America, said, "Our new team enhances our offering to North American clients by providing primary, following and excess ocean cargo – transit, stock throughput and project cargo."

Leading the marine North America team will be Graeme Schultz, who brings 18 years of industry experience to the role.

Swiss Re Corporate Solutions said the new marine team will support its regional North American clients, enabling better service to midsized-to-large manufacturers, importers, exporters and logistics providers, among others.

Swiss Re Corporate Solutions now has dedicated marine teams in Zurich, Genoa, London, Sao Paulo, Paris, Singapore, Mexico City and Shanghai. The London wholesale office continues to provide capacity for North American hull and cargo business.