13 April 2026: Bridgehaven Europe Specialty DAC (Bridgehaven), the EU’s leading risk-taking hybrid insurer in commercial and specialty lines, has appointed Fiona Marry as European CEO, leading their expansion from Dublin.
Marry brings a wealth of expertise from her 35-year career most recently Chief Executive at USAA EU DAC, previously CEO and CUO at Hamilton Insurance DAC. She has worked across multiple key markets, underwriting with international firms from Dublin market location, as well as opening distribution channels across Europe, Australia and Asia.
Her appointment marks a significant milestone in Bridgehaven’s expansion, as it grows its network of MGA partners across the EU. The Dublin-based Company will deliver Bridgehaven’s business model across Europe by leveraging its existing capabilities and developing additional specialty risk classes.
Bridgehaven’s European commitment reinforces its strategy to create a more cohesive and connected insurance ecosystem, building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships between MGAs and reinsurers.
Backed by A- (Excellent) rated capacity, Bridgehaven is very well placed to deliver differentiated and robust solutions for MGAs underwriting in Europe. Having recently signed its first European MGA capacity agreement with Arrow Risk Management Gmbh, Bridgehaven expects to accelerate supporting multiple European MGAs in 2026.
Erik Matson, Group Chairman, Bridgehaven Europe Holdings Limited, said:
“We are very happy to have Fiona join our team as the CEO of our European entity. Her extensive underwriting experience within multiple markets will be invaluable as we grow our capabilities in Ireland and the rest of the European Union. Bridgehaven is an underwriting ethos-driven company, and her underwriting prowess, coupled with her global distribution expertise, made her the perfect choice to lead our next phase of growth.”
Fiona Marry, Bridgehaven EU CEO, added:
“Bridgehaven are in a moment of rapid expansion and development, and I am very motivated to lead the team as one of the first hybrid insurers entering the European market. Having worked in multi-market channels, I am excited to deliver this innovative model into the EU, bringing together MGAs and reinsurers for mutual growth.”
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About Bridgehaven
Bridgehaven Europe Specialty DAC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bridgehaven Europe Holdings Ltd and the group of companies trade under “Bridgehaven Insurance”.
Bridgehaven Insurance is the leading hybrid insurer in commercial and specialty lines serving the UK & European insurance markets. Launched in July 2023, we create a robust insurance chain for MGAs, insurers, and reinsurers to collaborate more effectively. We establish exclusive partnerships with quality MGAs and reinsurers, aligning mutual interests, where all parties share the same goals. Our approach accelerates MGA innovation and emphasises long-term performance over short-term goals, creating a more cohesive, confident and efficient insurance ecosystem. For more information visit: www.bhvn-ins.com