LONDON, 30 April 2026: Apollo, a Skyward Group company, the innovation-inspired insurance platform, announces the launch of its new international casualty reinsurance class of business, further broadening its portfolio and enhancing its capability to deliver innovative solutions for complex global risks. This strategic expansion introduces a low-volatility portfolio that offers access to new markets, while solving complex challenges for both new and existing clients, and reinforces Apollo’s disciplined approach to building scalable long-term value creation.
Tim Mackenzie will join in October this year to lead the class, bringing more than 20 years of extensive expertise across international markets and casualty lines, most recently at Berkley Re.
Paul Sandi, Head of Reinsurance at Apollo, commented:
“Tim’s exceptional reputation and well-established relationships will build on the division’s successful 2025, as we begin underwriting the class from 1st January 2027. His appointment underscores our commitment to attracting top-tier talent capable of driving success in emerging opportunities.”
James Slaughter, Chief Underwriting Officer at Apollo, said:
“The introduction of international casualty reinsurance reinforces our position as a forward-thinking reinsurer dedicated to supporting diverse client needs. This class not only enhances portfolio stability but strengthens our ability to deliver market-leading returns through thoughtful diversification and disciplined execution.”
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Haggie Partners
Peter Rigby, Caroline Klein, Bec Seaton, Cressida Tarver
Email : Apollo@haggiepartners.com
Tel: + 44 20 7562 4444
ABOUT APOLLO
Apollo, a Skyward Group Company, an innovation inspired insurance platform, part of the operating at Lloyd’s of London, offering data-driven and creative solutions to a wide variety of risks.
The business provides high quality products and services to clients, and capital partners, enabling a resilient and sustainable world.
Apollo offers products across Property, Casualty, Marine, Energy & Transportation, Specialty, Reinsurance, as well as Smart Follow and digital & embedded risk programs.
Apollo’s experience and unique ecosystem give Platform Partners the best chance of success through the Lloyd’s new entrant process to the delivery of their long-term strategy. For more information about Apollo, please visit apollounderwriting.com.
ABOUT SKYWARD GROUP
Skyward Group (Nasdaq: SKWD) is the holding company brand for its U.S. and Lloyd’s businesses, Skyward Specialty Insurance Group, Inc.® and Apollo Holding Group, respectively, delivering a comprehensive suite of specialized insurance solutions across global specialty property and casualty markets. Focused on the specialty industry’s most niche, complex risks of today and the emerging challenges of tomorrow, Skyward Group leverages the forward-looking insight and disciplined execution of each organization to drive sustainable growth and long-term value for its shareholders, distribution partners and other stakeholders. For more information about Skyward Group, Skyward Specialty and Apollo, please visit skywardgroup.com.