Posted on October 2, 2024
The UK P&I Club, a provider of protection and indemnity (P&I) insurance and other services for the international shipping community, has announced the appointment of Kyle Lochridge as Senior Vice President (SVP) for the Americas.
Lochridge will report to Leanne O’Loughlin, Regional Director, Americas, and William Beveridge, Chief Underwriting Officer.
In his new role, Lochridge will collaborate with the UK P&I Club’s management team to implement the company’s growth strategy in the Americas. This includes strengthening relationships with members and brokers while increasing awareness of the Club’s capabilities, such as its new Safety & Risk Management offering, within the region’s maritime community.
This new position will enhance collaboration between the London-based underwriting team and the account management and claims teams in the Americas, improving the already high level of service available to members in North and South America.
Beveridge expressed enthusiasm for Lochridge’s appointment, stating, “We are delighted to welcome Kyle to the UK P&I Club. He has a stellar reputation, and great networks based on his wealth of experience within the P&I industry. Kyle will play an instrumental role in the Americas leadership team as we continue the Club’s ambitious plans to deepen and grow our footprint in this important region.”
Lochridge joins the UK P&I Club from Lockton, where he served as Vice President – Account Executive for four years. Before that, he spent 13 years at Aon Risk Solutions, most recently as Vice President of the Marine National Practice Group.
Commenting on his new role, Lochridge said, “In an era of continued global growth, opportunity and change, I’m thrilled to be joining the UK Club. I look forward to contributing to the team’s many successes within the Americas and beyond, as well as to further enhance our collective offering and expand our presence throughout the region as we continue to support our Members as they navigate new challenges.”
