Swiss Re shuffles global exec ranks

The logo of Swiss insurer Swiss Re Ltd. is seen in front of its headquarters in Zurich./ REUTERS

Swiss Re Ltd. has appointed Steve Arora global head of casualty.

Mr. Arora, currently head of Japan for Swiss Re, will replace Jayne Plunkett, who has been named regional president and CEO of reinsurance for the Asia region at Swiss Re.

Swiss Re also said Monday that Atsuhiro Dodo, head of client markets for property/casualty business in Japan, has been appointed country president there.

All moves are effective July 1.