Howden Re launches Hong Kong reinsurance platform with Wong appointment

Howden Re has launched a dedicated reinsurance broking platform in Hong Kong and appointed Roy Wong as managing director to lead its treaty operations in the territory.

The move represents the latest stage in the broker’s expansion across Asia Pacific, with Wong joining on 21 July 2025 to spearhead the development of Howden Re’s capabilities tailored specifically to the Hong Kong market.

Wong (pictured) brings 25 years of industry experience and was most recently head of Hong Kong reinsurance at Aon.

He will report to Andy Souter, head of Asia Pacific at Howden Re International, and work alongside the firm’s regional analytics head, Emily Lo.

His appointment follows a string of senior hires by Howden Re in the region, including Jimmy Tsai in Taiwan and John Philipsz in Australia and New Zealand.

Wong will be joined in the Hong Kong team by Brian Chan and Karen Liu, both of whom bring additional local broking experience.

Chan most recently worked at Guy Carpenter and previously held roles at JLT Re, Willis Re and as an actuary. Liu also joins from Guy Carpenter and previously worked at JLT Re and Prudential Assurance.

Andy Souter said the appointments reflected Howden Re’s long-term ambitions in Asia Pacific.

“Roy’s appointment reflects our continued investment in the Asia Pacific region and our commitment to building long-term, sustainable reinsurance capabilities,” he said.

“His technical expertise, deep market knowledge, and trusted client relationships will enhance our ability to deliver specialist solutions that are grounded in local insight and backed by global resources. I’m also delighted that Brian and Karen will be joining the team after completing contractual obligations and look forward to welcoming them.”

Wong said he was proud to lead the firm’s Hong Kong platform.

“Howden Re is making a clear and deliberate investment in building a differentiated reinsurance platform across Asia Pacific,” he said.

“I am proud to lead that effort in Hong Kong, and to work with such a high-calibre team to deliver solutions that are both technically robust and commercially relevant to our clients’ evolving needs. I look forward to working alongside the wider Asia Pacific team in addition to my new colleagues, Brian and Karen in Hong Kong.”