New Zealand specialist insurer Southern Cross Travel Insurance has appointed Damien Tucker as its new COO.

Mr Tucker has held senior executive roles in the software, healthcare and telecommunications industries and was most recently commercial director at telematics software company Eroad. He has also held roles with Orion Health, Spark Digital and Adidas Group.

Southern Cross Travel Insurance CEO Chris White says Mr Tucker will bolster the strength of the insurer’s senior executive team.

“He will play a pivotal role in driving the company forward and cementing our position as a market leader,” he said.