HIVE Underwriters Limited, a Managing General Agent (MGA) and Coverholder at Lloyd’s, specialising in Aviation Insurance, has announced the appointment of Henning Haagen as Chief Development Officer and Board member, effective 1 January 2025.
In his new position, he will work closely with HIVE Chief Executive Officer Bruce Carman and the HIVE executive team to further develop the company’s specialty underwriting portfolio and strengthen its market position.
Carman said: “The appointment of Henning is fantastic news for HIVE. He is a highly respected, senior market executive with a proven track record of leading successful teams and delivering outstanding results.
“Henning’s wealth of expertise and expansive network will undoubtedly bring new perspectives and additional firepower to our business. We are excited to have him on board as we continue to grow and innovate in specialty lines.”
Haagen joins HIVE following a distinguished career in insurance and reinsurance, most recently at Allianz Commercial, where he held several executive leadership roles globally throughout his 15 years with the company.
Prior to Allianz, he was an Active Underwriter Aviation Insurance for MGA Augsburg Re, and a Senior Underwriter Aviation Reinsurance for GE Frankona Rückversicherung AG, which is now Swiss Re.
Commenting on his appointment, Haagen said: “I am excited to join HIVE Underwriters and partner with Bruce and his team to lead the company’s growth ambition in specialty lines and further diversify the portfolio. HIVE is a very high calibre organisation with an enviable panel of strong carrier support and proven track record.
“They have built an outstanding reputation for leveraging data and analytics to deliver tailored solutions and insights that support agile, profitable underwriting. Our aim is to attract best in class talent, expand product offerings with local footprint and scale the business, creating a strong specialty player in the fast-growing MGA market.”
