Tysers has appointed Ms Babita Rai as CEO, Singapore and Mr William Furness-Smith as head of marine, APAC.
In her new role, Ms Rai will expand core areas of business and deepen Tysers’ client relationships in the APAC region. She has over 20 years of industry and regional experience. Prior to joining Tysers, Ms Rai worked with JB Boda, UIB Asia Reinsurance Brokers and Guy Carpenter. She joined Tysers in 2023.
In his new role, Mr Furness-Smith will work with the teams across Tysers’ Singapore, Dubai and Hong Kong offices to build innovative, tailored solutions for emerging risks. He has more than 15 years of experience of marine broking. Prior to his new role, Mr Furness-Smith worked with Marsh & McLennan and Dry Cargo Shipbroker. He joined Tysers in 2015.