HDI Global UK & Ireland (HDI) announces the appointment of Matthew Bond as Head of Energy & Power, effective 2 March 2026
In his new role, Bond will lead HDI’s energy and power portfolio in the UK and Ireland, with a focus on further strengthening the company’s proposition by combining specialist underwriting and engineering expertise within cross-functional departments. He will report to Kate Sutcliffe, chief underwriting officer at Bobtail UK and Ireland.
Bond has more than two decades of industry experience and a strong track record in underwriting and engineering in the energy and power sectors.
Prior to joining HDI, he served as head of Asia Pacific Energy and Buildings at AIG, based in Singapore.
Prior to that, Bond served as technology property portfolio manager for Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance and held roles at CNA Hardy and Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance.
Sutcliffe commented: “I am delighted to welcome Matt to HDI to lead our energy and power strategy in the region.
“Matt is an experienced leader in the sometimes complex energy and power sector. He brings a strong combination of underwriting and engineering expertise to drive local strategies and support our broader global ambitions to be a long-term partner in the transformation of energy and power customers.”
Simon Hunt, chief executive of HDI UK and Ireland, said: “Matt’s appointment underlines our commitment to delivering underwriting and technical excellence to energy and power brokers and clients. This sector is a key focus for us as we continue to drive long-term profitable growth.”
Mark Mackay, global head of energy and power, added: “I’m delighted that we have hired a distinguished leader from the energy and power industry to lead our new energy hub in London. I am confident that under Matt’s leadership, our clients’ risk transfer needs will be met as we build out our energy team in London.”
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