Martin Valk
About Martin Valk
Martin Valk serves as the Regional Practice Leader for Claims Construction & Energy at AXA XL, where he has worked since 2012. He possesses extensive expertise in managing claims related to large losses and catastrophe events in the engineering and energy sectors.
Work at AXA XL
Martin Valk has served as the Regional Practice Leader Claims Construction & Energy at AXA XL since 2012. Based in the Munich Area, Germany, he has focused on managing claims related to construction and energy sectors for over a decade. His role involves overseeing claims associated with large losses and catastrophic events, ensuring effective resolution and management of complex cases.
Previous Experience in Insurance
Prior to his current position, Martin Valk held several roles at Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty. He worked as the Head of Risk Consultants Engineering from 2001 to 2006, where he led a team focused on engineering risk assessments. He also served as Leiter Risk Consultants Deutschland from 2006 to 2008, and as a Schadeningenieur from 1997 to 2001, contributing to various engineering and risk management initiatives.
Technical Expertise in Claims Management
Martin Valk specializes in claims related to power plant technology, gas turbines, and heavy-duty and aeroderivative machinery. His expertise extends to handling large losses and catastrophe events specifically within the engineering and energy sectors. He collaborates closely with underwriters and pre-loss engineers to ensure effective claims management and resolution.
Career Background in Engineering and Risk Management
Martin Valk's career began at ABB, where he worked as a Research Engineer from 1995 to 1997. He then transitioned to roles in claims management and risk consulting, including a position as Technical Manager at Cunningham Lindsey International GmbH from 2010 to 2012 and as a Senior Loss Adjuster at Advanta Global Services from 2008 to 2010. His diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the engineering and insurance industries.