Ben Brough
About Ben Brough
Ben Brough serves as the Executive Vice President of Underwriting at Loadsure, where he has worked since 2023. With over 28 years of experience in marine insurance, he has held various roles, including a decade at Munich Re Syndicate Limited, and specializes in leveraging technology to enhance freight insurance.
Work at Loadsure
Ben Brough serves as the Executive Vice President of Underwriting at Loadsure, a position he has held since 2023. His role is based in Belgium and operates in a hybrid work environment. At Loadsure, he contributes to the company's innovative approach to freight insurance, particularly through the development of single shipment coverage, which is a first in the industry. He also plays a significant role in advancing Loadsure's technology that delivers real-time data for accurately priced freight insurance.
Education and Expertise
Ben Brough studied at Newcastle University from 1993 to 1996, where he completed a three-year program. Prior to that, he attended Sevenoaks School for one year in 1992 to 1993. With over 28 years of experience in marine insurance, he possesses extensive knowledge in leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to tackle the global underinsurance crisis in the transportation sector.
Background
Before joining Loadsure, Ben Brough worked at Munich Re Syndicate Limited for nearly three decades. His roles included serving as a Cargo Underwriter from 1996 to 2006 in London and later as the European Underwriting Manager from 2022 to 2023 in the Brussels Metropolitan Area. His extensive career has provided him with experience across various marine and specialty (re)insurance markets in the UK, US, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Ben Brough has made significant contributions to the marine insurance industry. At Loadsure, he has been instrumental in developing unique insurance offerings and advancing technology solutions that enhance the accuracy of freight insurance pricing. His expertise in the field is recognized, particularly in addressing challenges related to underinsurance in the transportation industry.