AXA XL appoints new Underwriting Manager for Marine and Specie in Switzerland

Zurich - July 03, 2023

AXA XL Insurance today announced it has appointed Sandra Ringelstetter as Underwriting Manager, Marine & Specie for Switzerland.

In this role, Mrs. Ringelstetter will drive the Marine and Specie strategy for the Swiss market and lead the local underwriting team. She will be responsible for managing these portfolios and achieving profitable growth across these books of business.

Katja Trümpler, Head of Marine & Specialty for AXA XL in Switzerland, commented: “The transport industry is facing unprecedented challenges, from the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis, the war in Ukraine to shipping shortages and the impact of natural disasters. Business across industries are turning to their insurer to find a reliable partner that can help them navigate these challenges by helping them to understand, assess and transfer their supply chain and cargo risks.”

She added: “We are delighted to welcome Sandra to our team to further expand our local Marine & Specie presence. She brings in 30 years of experience, proven market knowledge and deep expertise in marine cargo insurance.”

Mrs. Ringelstetter joins AXA XL from Chubb, where she most recently held the position of Marine Manager for Switzerland, Turkey, Middle East and Northern Africa. Before joining Chubb in 2016, she had been working at Kessler & CO AG in Zurich as a transport specialist for eight years.