HIVE Underwriters Announces Strategic Expansion into Space Insurance with Appointment of Jack Kenneally
London, 2nd June 2025 — Independent specialty MGA HIVE Underwriters today announces its expansion into space insurance with the appointment of leading underwriter, Jack Kenneally in the role of Class Underwriter.
Kenneally has been part of London market’s most respected space insurance portfolios and will join HIVE to build out the space class on completion of his contractual obligation with his current employer, Occam Underwriting (a Brown & Brown company). The move marks a major milestone in HIVE’s evolution as a multi-line specialty MGA and underscores its ambitious strategy for growth through diversification.
Kenneally comes with an outstanding reputation in space underwriting neatly aligning with HIVE’s data-driven, analytical approach to risk selection and pricing. His consistent track record of underwriting performance, strong market relationships, and technical depth has earned the confidence of top-tier Lloyd’s syndicates.
HIVE’s move into space complements its existing aviation offering. Having started with aviation hull war, HIVE now underwrites an expansive aviation insurance book including airline and general aviation hull and liabilities, airline and general aviation hull war and excess aviation war liabilities (XS AVN52). The move signals the next phase of HIVE’s growth story as it builds out its high-performing, independent platform by attracting top talent from across the specialty insurance sector.
Bruce Carman, CEO, HIVE Underwriters, said: “HIVE’s appeal lies in its dynamic culture, where autonomy, alignment, and entrepreneurial ambition thrive. Jack is a highly respected underwriter in the space market with a proven track record, and I am delighted he has chosen to join us and build HIVE’s space team. This expansion is not only a major step for HIVE - but it also reflects the growing appetite in the market for expert-led MGAs that combine technical discipline with entrepreneurial ambition. There’s a real opportunity here for us to continue to attract best-in-class underwriters looking to shape their own success in a supportive, high-performance environment - and I’m excited to see what comes next.”
Henning Haagen, Chief Development Officer, HIVE Underwriters, said: “The space insurance market is evolving, and it needs fresh thinking - underwriters who can combine deep technical understanding with a forward-looking, analytical mindset. Jack brings exactly that. His move to HIVE is significant, it reflects the growing appeal of independent, agile platforms that empower underwriters to lead. Opportunities like this aren’t limited to space - we’re seeing them emerge across a range of specialty classes as HIVE continues to build out its business.”
Jack Kenneally, Class Underwriter, HIVE Underwriters, said: “I am thrilled to be joining HIVE. It’s exciting to be part of a fast-growing MGA and especially one with such an excellent culture. The team they’ve brought together is really strong and importantly it’s underwriting-centric. By being nimble and forward-thinking HIVE has been able to develop systems and technology to equip their underwriters with novel tools which the rest of the market struggles to compete with. I am looking forward to building on the success they have already achieved.”
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About HIVE Underwriters
HIVE Underwriters is a Managing General Agent (MGA) and Coverholder at Lloyd’s, currently specialising in Aviation Insurance. HIVE believes that a deeper understanding of risk through collaborative learning provides both security and opportunity, delivering a first-class service to brokers and their global clients. Building on the foundations of strong, lasting relationships, HIVE continues to deliver a unique and outstanding service with sustainable underwriting profits.
Find out more: www.hiveuw.com
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