AXIS Capital names David White as new Head of Aviation

Global specialty underwriter and re/insurance provider, AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (AXIS), has announced the appointment of David White as Head of Aviation, AXIS Global Markets, effective October 1, 2024.

White will be taking over from Terry Wood, who is retiring after 22 years with the company.

Mark Gregory, Head of Global Markets at AXIS, commented on the leadership change, saying, “Today we are announcing a change in leadership of our aviation division—a bittersweet moment as we bid farewell to Terry Wood, one of our longest serving leaders.

“Terry is a trusted and well-respected leader in the aviation market. Not only has he grown our aviation portfolio and team from a standing start, he also led the successful integration of Aviabel into the AXIS family. He is leaving a legacy of a thriving aviation insurance business and team.”

Gregory also expressed enthusiasm for White’s appointment, stating, “I am very pleased to appoint David White as Head of Aviation. David has extensive experience within both the insurer and broker aviation market and has established himself as a key part of our aviation business with a sharp customer focus. He will be responsible for the continued growth of our aviation business in the UK, Europe, and Bermuda.”

White joined AXIS in 2020 and has played a key role in the aviation leadership team, most recently as Head of Airline and Aerospace.

Previously, he held various roles at other insurers, including serving as Head Broker for Aerospace and Airline at Aon.

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