Charles Walker appointed to UIB's energy division

Broker UIB has appointed Charles Walker to help expand its offshore energy division.

Walker will take up the title divisional director, non marine and energy with immediate effect. In the past 15 years he has worked for UIB and KM Dastur.

He will be based at UIB’s London headquarters and will be responsible for assisting in the growth and development of all aspects of the upstream energy account.

UIB’s energy division has 46 staff dealing with clients in over 130 countries.

UIB's upstream energy director Chris Freeman said: “We are extremely pleased to welcome Charlie back to UIB where his considerable expertise and experience will be a great asset to the upstream energy team. I am personally looking forward to working with Charlie in developing this important area of the business.”