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Ironshore launches Canadian operations


November 25, 2009   by Canadian Underwriter


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Ironshore Inc. will expand its London platform to serve specialty insurance lines markets in Canada.
Michael C. Wills has been appointed CEO of Ironshore Canada Limited.
The company will underwrite specialty insurance coverages across the entire range of Ironshore business lines, including property, casualty, liability, marine, energy and environmental risk.
Wills assumes responsibility for the Ironshore expansion, effective immediately. He most recently served as president of Catlin Canada Inc.
“Mike’s recognized in-country expertise and knowledge of the Canadian marketplace, combined with his proven drive and leadership acumen, make him the ideal executive t build the Ironshore platform in Canada,” said Mark Wheeler, chairman of Ironshore Canada Ltd.
“Ironshore’s expansion into Canada is a logical next step as we implement our growth strategy to build upon our existing presence and leverage new business underwriting opportunities,” he continued.
“Canada is an attractive insurance market due to its stable economic climate.”
Ironshore Canada will be based in Toronto, with plans to expand geographically throughout the country in response to the needs of its distribution relationships, a company release says.


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