Miller swoops for Swiss broker squad to expand European cargo business

Specialist re/insurance broker  Miller has expanded its cargo capabilities across Europe with the launch of a new team based in Marseille, France.

The new team joins from Forsea’s, a Swiss broker company created by Nicolas Juge (pictured) in 2010. As the growing complexity of modern supply chains increases, the new French team will work closely with colleagues across London, Geneva, Paris and Brussels to broaden Miller’s European presence and deepen its cargo capabilities.

Juge, who has 30 years’ shipping and marine experience, is appointed head of cargo, France, with Gaëlle Besnardeau named account executive. Murielle Ducamp, who brings significant claims expertise, will assume the role of claims executive, while Melissa Oddoze will take the role of account handler.

Jamie Kearney, Miller's head of cargo, said: “I am delighted to welcome Nicolas, Gaelle, Murielle and Melissa to Miller. This team has exceptional experience across a wide range of technical areas that are highly complementary to our broader Cargo presence across Europe.

“We have outlined Europe as an important part of Miller’s overall growth objectives and, as we expand our offering across the continent, I am looking forward to working with our teams to take our ability to serve our clients to even greater heights.”

Miller stated that its intention with this investment is to expand cargo capabilities across Europe in a fully integrated offer that enables clients to access local knowledge, understanding and networks.

“Our clients are grappling with the many challenges presented by the complexities of a fast-changing world. This is intensified by the immediacy of geopolitical and economic change,” Arnaud Froideval, head of CPRI, Europe and Switzerland at Miller, explained. “That is why this investment in France is a clear signal of Miller’s commitment to deepen its expertise in areas such as commodities which complement the deep rooted skills we have in areas such as credit and political risks.”

Juge commented: “It is a privilege to have the opportunity to lead this highly skilled team, which will form a core part of a truly integrated European Cargo effort. Miller has established a reputation for excellence in this specialist field and has made a clear commitment to invest in deepening and broadening these core capabilities both technically and geographically. This offers clients access to a unique combination of skills, experience and expertise.”

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