Markel Insurance, the insurance operations within Markel Group, has launched its fine art and specie offering in Australia, with the appointment of Mr Matthew Stock as Head of Fine Art and Specie - Australia.
In his new role, Mr Stock works with international fine art and specie colleagues to identify collaborative opportunities that enhance broker service levels and drive profitable growth.
Mr Stock brings 30 years of experience in the insurance industry and is one of the leading fine art and specie underwriters in the APAC region. Prior to his new role, Mr Stock held senior fine art and specie roles at Quantum Underwriting Agencies, Talbot Risk Services, Chubb and XL Catlin. He joins from 360 Underwriting Solutions
Markel’s new offering will support broker partners in identifying, assessing and underwriting complex risks across the full suite of fine art products including personal collections, jewellery collectors, corporate collectors, dealers and galleries specie, jewellers’ block and cash in transit.