Astaara, a newly launched insurer focusing on cyber threats in the maritime industry, has added Howard Potter as head of marine cyber.
Potter has over 25 years’ industry experience and joins from RSA Group, where he served as global product director for marine.
In 2000, he moved to CNA Maritime as branch manager in Birmingham, and then to Canada in 2004 as head of marine for CNA Canada.
After three and a half years there he moved back to London, remaining with CNA until taking up his position at RSA.
‘Howard is a fantastic addition to the team at Astaara. He has a wealth of industry experience both in the UK and overseas,’ said Robert Dorey, CEO of Guernsey-based marine insurance and risk assessment specialists, Astaara.
Commenting on his appointment, Potter said, “This is the perfect time to be joining Astaara when risk is increasing exponentially, and solutions are needed. The company’s approach to cyber solutions is refreshing and has an offering not seen elsewhere.”
