Lancashire hires new UK energy chairman

Lancashire Holdings has appointed Len Messenger as chairman of energy for the company’s UK operating subsidiary, Lancashire UK.

Messenger will be working closely with Giles Hussey, chief executive of Lancashire Marketing Services (Middle East), to further develop and implement Lancashire’s Asian strategy.

Messenger will be joining Lancashire UK from Zurich Global Energy where he has worked for 17 years, holding various positions during that time. Most recently, he held the role of manager – exploration & production for the London market with special responsibility for the Asia Pacific and Middle East growth strategy for the Zurich group.

Alex Maloney, group chief underwriting officer, said: “We are delighted that Len will be joining Lancashire UK as chairman of energy. Len’s industry knowledge and considerable underwriting experience will enhance Lancashire’s abilities in this vital area. Len will concentrate on the implementation of our Asian strategy working closely with Giles Hussey.”

Paula Porter, chief executive of Lancashire UK, addd: “I join Alex in welcoming Len to Lancashire UK. We believe that Len’s extensive experience will enhance our London energy team and further demonstrates our commitment to the London market.”