Howden Specialty has appointed Matthew Savitt to lead its new natural resources division in the Asia-Pacific region.
Howden Specialty says the appointment will expand its ability to provide specialist expertise to both its global and regional upstream, downstream, power generation and sustainable energy clients.
Savitt will be based in Singapore and reports to Paul O’Neill, CEO of Howden Specialty Asia Pacific.
He joins the company from Alesco in London, where he headed its Power and Utilities team.
With more than 12 years’ experience working across the energy sector, including periods at JLT and UIB, Savitt brings a wealth of practical experience.
“Our vision for Asia-Pac is consistent with our strategy for all the regional hubs in key international markets – to be recognised as experts in our individual product lines, delivering the highest level of service, with best-in-class talent, pioneering solutions and embracing technology,” said Savitt.
“This is part of a long-term commitment to clients, markets and partners. I am excited to be joining such a dynamic company and to be developing a region with so much opportunity and potential.”
O’Neill added, “This is a great time for Matthew to join us, particularly with the significant challenges facing clients in the oil, gas and power industry in Asia Pacific.
“His vision, experience and energy will help us to build on the strong foundations put in place by our International Property team over the last decade as we now invest in building a new market-leading natural resources broking capability.”
