Fredrik Bergqvist
Gothenburg, Sweden, headquartered worldwide marine mutual insurer the Swedish Club has appointed Fredrik Bergqvist as its new space supervisor for the membership’s Team Sweden, the place he’ll play a vital position within the membership’s workforce of regional managers. He joined the Swedish Club greater than ten years in the past and has labored for the membership in each claims and underwriting areas. Prior to that he served as a senior officer on board ship and is a Master Mariner.
As space supervisor for Team Sweden, Bergqvist shall be accountable for sustaining and creating relationships with members and brokers throughout Scandinavian and European markets in addition to North and South America. Based in Gothenburg, he’s supported by a workforce of 24 professionals, specializing in P&I, FD&D, H&M and loss prevention companies.
Bergqvist takes over from Johan Kahlmeter who was promoted to director claims earlier this yr, as a part of the membership’s give attention to additional strengthening its long-term place within the international market.
Commenting on the appointment, Thomas Nordberg, managing director of the Swedish Club stated: “This is a natural step, following as it does the changes that the club has made to the management group. We need to ensure continuous openings for new talent, both from within the company and externally, and the promotion of Fredrik has been well earned.”
“This new role is a welcome challenge, and I am very pleased to be leading such a strong and committed team.” stated Bergqvist. “I am looking forward to the future and to fully supporting our members and business colleagues.”
