Arch Capital Group Ltd. has announced the promotion of Ondine Bourrut Lacouture to Active Underwriter of Arch Syndicate 1955 at Lloyd’s. She succeeds Simon Williams, who will continue as Chief Strategy and Distribution Officer of Arch Insurance International.
Jerome Halgan, President and Chief Underwriting Officer of Arch Reinsurance Group, stated, “We congratulate Ondine on her promotion. It’s a tribute to her underwriting acumen and our belief in her ability to meaningfully and thoughtfully continue to grow Syndicate 1955.”
Since acquiring Syndicate 1955 in 2019, Arch's teams have tripled its stamp capacity through cycle management and portfolio optimization. Hugh Sturgess, President and CEO of Arch Insurance International, expressed gratitude for Williams' leadership: “Under Simon’s leadership, Syndicate 1955 has emerged as a strong performer at Lloyd’s and has significantly expanded its footprint.”
Arch Capital Group Ltd., part of the S&P 500 Index, provides insurance services globally with approximately $24.3 billion in capital as of March 31, 2025.