Group chairman will step in until a replacement is found

Clive Watson, chief executive of Canopius Managing Agents (CMA), is to retire at the end of next month.

Michael Watson, chairman of the Canopius Group, will take on the role and the responsibility of Syndicate 4444 until a successor is found.

Watson said he was sad to be leaving the company. “I shall miss my colleagues in the company and wider insurance community.

“My decision to leave is based on a desire to spend more time on personal interests outside the insurance industry.”

He added: “I am proud of our achievements at Canopius. I wish the company well and believe it is well positioned for an exciting future."

The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.

Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.

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