Colemont Insurance Brokers Limited has appointed Andrew Hinds as Managing Director of the Treaty Reinsurance Division.

Hinds previously worked as executive director at BMS, where he placed international treaty reinsurance around the world and was responsible for business development, over all classes, in the Nordic market.

“Andrew's extensive experience and qualifications will be an invaluable asset to our Treaty Reinsurance team,” said Surinder Beerh, chief executive officer of Colemont Global Group and head of Colemont's London office. “Andrew has an excellent reputation and we are delighted to have him join us."

In addition to Hinds, Colemont has added Howard Toynton to its growing Treaty Reinsurance Division, as Technical Manager.

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