Gallagher has appointed Mark Rudman to lead its National Marine Specialty portfolio in Australia.

The broker says the internal promotion of Mr Rudman – previously Manager Marine, Transport & Logistics – follows “exceptional” broking services and industry expertise he has provided within the Gallagher Marine and Logistics team for more than eight years.

He won this year’s Broker of the Year award organised by the Sydney Marine Discussion Group, whose membership base consists of people with interests in the maritime field including insurers, brokers, lawyers, and surveyors.

Gallagher announced in a LinkedIn post that Mr Rudman will continue to drive success and collaboration throughout the business and build upon strengths and expertise that already exist within the specialty.

“As a trusted adviser and strategic partner to our clients, I am passionate about helping businesses move forward with confidence, and about leadership and bringing the best out of people to see them flourish,” Mr Rudman said.

“In the current environment this involves striking a considered balance between helping businesses manage the pressing needs of today and safeguarding against the evolving expectations of tomorrow.”