We are delighted to announce that Mr. Barrington Buchan Esq. has joined ATLANTIC Insurance & Reinsurance Brokers as Non-Executive Director.

Mr. Buchan was one of the founders and owners of Newman, Martin and Buchan (NMB), a highly successful London headquartered insurance brokerage with 180 employees. NMB was sold in 2013 to an CGCS. Mr. Buchan was also instrumental in founding Osprey Underwriting Agency, the oldest and original dedicated provider of fixed premium Protection and Indemnity for the owners of smaller short-sea trade vessels and craft in the US. Moreover, Mr. Buchan also largely contributed to setting up Norfolk Insurance Brokers in Norfolk. Virginia (USA).

Atlantic CEO Manuel Ferrandez comments: Barry really needs no introduction and we are honoured and proud to welcome Barry onboard. Apart from an extraordinary career in insurance, Barry has unique skills and relationships which will help Atlantic to embark onto another phase of growth, particularly in the US market where Barry is highly regarded and known amongst the insurance industry and shipping community alike.