Specialty insurance group Atrium has entered the credit and political risk market after recruiting a team from Axis Capital. Richard Lamb will lead the team which also includes Beth MacGregor and Adam Vulliamy. All three join from Axis.

John Fowle, CEO at Atrium, said: “Our entry into the Credit and Political Risk market marks a significant milestone for Atrium in our continued development as expert specialty underwriters and the home for market-leading talent.

“In today’s dynamic and increasingly volatile geopolitical landscape, credit and political risk insurance plays a pivotal role in safeguarding investments and facilitating trade, and demands true expertise to deliver sustainable underwriting solutions.

“Richard, Beth, and Adam have each developed strong reputations and extensive experience in credit and political risk underwriting. Together, they will build on their track records for managing complex portfolios across a range of clients, positioning Atrium as a ‘go-to' market for brokers and clients.”

The team will join Atrium in Q1 2026 once their contractual obligations have expired.