Effective 1 December 2025, HDI Global has announced the appointment of John Morrell as the new Head of Energy & Power Underwriting Middle East, within its cross-divisional Energy & Power Unit.
Based in Dubai, Morrell will lead a dedicated team focused on managing complex risks across conventional power and renewable energy sources, integrating both operational and construction exposures under one umbrella.
HDI Global’s Energy & Power Unit is designed to offer streamlined, cross-divisional expertise worldwide. John Morrell’s appointment marks a significant step in HDI Global’s strategic expansion in the Middle East.
A seasoned professional with over 14 years of experience, he brings deep technical expertise and a strong track record across the renewable and construction sectors in the APAC region.
Morrell’s team includes Shumaila Shakeel, who joined HDI Global effective 3 November as Power Underwriter in the newly created Middle East hub.
One stop shop approach
“Our clients will benefit from our one-stop shop approach, close dialogue and fast service from our cross-division Energy & Power Unit. With his comprehensive experience in this sector, John will significantly strengthen our proposition for our clients and partners,” stated Franz Adamczyk, Global Head of Energy & Power Underwriting.
“I am excited to strengthen our local presence while providing clients and brokers across the region with bespoke support and strategic insights,” said Morrell on his appointment.
“I also want to thank the Singapore team for their continued support in this region to serve our existing global clients while we are focused on building new relationships. With Shumaila, we have made our first great step to build up our local team,” noted Willem van Wyk, Managing Director, HDI Global Dubai Office.
“We look forward to continue collaborating with our colleagues in Dubai to further strengthen our product & services in the Middle East energy & power sector as a true Partner in Transformation,” concluded Alex Tarantino, Managing Director, HDI Global Singapore.
