AEGIS London’s head of claims Richard Foulger is to retire in June after a 23-year tenure with the company. He will be replaced by Kerry Williams, currently deputy head of claims. Foulger led AEGIS London’s claims team through some of the syndicate’s most challenging periods — namely, 9/11 and the Gulf of Mexico wind storms. The two events both had a huge impact on the London insurance market, says AEGIS. Foulger also helped to create AEGIS London’s Claims Commitment in 2014, in which AEGIS pledged to treat all clients fairly and find ways to pay claims. Kerry Williams joined AEGIS London in 2013, becoming head of technical claims in 2019 and deputy head of claims in 2022. Commenting on his departure, Foulger says: “AEGIS London has been a huge part of my life for the past 20-plus years. I’m proud to say that we’ve created a claims team and culture here that believes in fairness, in defending our insureds and in the value of expertise. I’m sad to go but consoled by the fact that the incredibly capable Kerry Williams will be taking the reins.” Alex Powell, AEGIS London’s CEO, says: “Richard has been a huge part of our success. His knowledge, skills and sheer dedication have led to AEGIS London developing a strong reputation as one of the London market’s most respected claims teams. He will be greatly missed by me, by the AEGIS London team and by many in the wider London market. We all wish him the very best for the future.” He adds: “Richard leaves AEGIS London’s claims team in very capable hands. Under [Kerry’s] leadership, our claims team will continue to grow and evolve, combining the latest technology with high-quality customer service and expertise.”
