Daniel Fogarty has been named the new CEO of Zurich General Insurance for Australia and New Zealand.

He replaces Shane Doyle, who announced his resignation in April.

Mr Fogarty is at present EGM Corporate at Zurich Australia.

CEO General Insurance Asia Pacific Johnny Chen said in a statement this morning that Mr Fogarty was selected from a field of international candidates.

“Daniel brings not only significant experience in general insurance, but a thorough understanding and belief in our strategy, our customers and our organisation,” he said.

Mr Fogarty joined Zurich in 2009 from Suncorp. He will take over as CEO when Mr Doyle leaves the company at the end of June.

More information in our regular bulletin on Monday.