AXA XL nabs SCOR veteran for energy and construction leadership role

AXA XL Insurance has hired a 13-year SCOR veteran to lead its energy and construction business in Asia Pacific and Europe.

Olivier Croese (pictured) joins AXA XL as product leader, energy & construction – APAC & Europe. He will be based in Paris, France

In his new role, 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.

Croese has more than 20 years’ experience in the energy sector. He started his career at Axens as a chemical engineer, before joining SCOR in 2009 where he held a number of energy and specialty underwriting and leadership roles in France, Singapore and Australia.

Commenting on the appointment, Guillaume Parard, Head of Energy & Construction, APAC & Europe, said: “The drive to transition to a low-carbon economy is increasingly recognised 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.”

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