Two new appointments within HSB's Midlands’ team

HSB Engineering Insurance has appointed two development executives to help expand its presence in the Midlands.

Gail Voyle joins HSB with more than 10 years business development experience gained from insurers such as AXA and RSA.

Phil Smith joins HSB from Bureau Veritas with particular expertise in engineering inspection and compliance management.

UK chief executive and managing director Stephanie Watkins said: “Both Phil and Gail have established reputations and expertise in the Midlands market and we are delighted to announce their appointments at HSB.

"Both will be valuable assets to the team and to the wider effort of establishing HSB as the provider of choice for engineering insurance and inspection services.”

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