MSIG Singapore has named an industry veteran with over four decades of experience as its new head. 

Craig Ellis has been appointed as the new CEO for MSIG Insurance (Singapore), the company said in a media release. He replaces former CEO, Michael Gourlay.

«We are pleased to have Craig Ellis lead MSIG Singapore as CEO. He is an accomplished leader with extensive management and industry experience, and will be a great asset to MSIG Singapore as we continue to drive stronger growth and profitability in the region,» said Alan J. Wilson, Regional CEO, MSIG Asia.

Ellis has over four decades of experience in the financial services industry, having worked in Australia, Europe, and Asia. Ellis also held senior positions in Allianz, Old Mutual and Charles Monat Associates where he was CEO of the Singapore office. More recently, he was the Global Head of Product and Solutions before joining MSIG.

He started his career with KPMG and is a Chartered Accountant.