GT Insurance, a specialist underwriting agency serving Australia’s transport and logistics industries, has announced changes to its executive team as it positions itself for further growth and sector diversification.
The company has named Nick Slessor as its incoming chief executive officer. Slessor, who is expected to assume the role in December, brings experience from previous leadership positions at QBE, Willis Towers Watson, GE, and most recently as chief operating officer at Cover-More Group.
His appointment comes as GT Insurance continues to focus on operational transformation and sector-specific innovation.
In addition, Tony Dodd has been appointed to the newly established role of chief commercial officer.
Dodd, who has held various leadership positions at GT Insurance over a 20-year tenure – including six years as CEO – will now oversee the company’s sales and distribution strategy.
The creation of the CCO role reflects GT Insurance’s expanded presence in both the motor and marine insurance markets.
Reflecting on his transition, Dodd said: “I’m proud to have led GT for the past six years, having delivered a number of key initiatives including the merger of Allianz marine and transit and GT during this time. I’m excited to transition into the newly created role of chief commercial officer where I will continue to lead GT’s state and national distribution teams for all broker market engagement, ensuring GT’s commitment to supporting customers and brokers.”
Julie Mitchell, chief general manager at Allianz personal injury and commercial, said that GT Insurance is entering a new stage of growth and adapting to new opportunities, all while maintaining its commitment to serving broker partners and clients.
“I would like to thank Tony for his stewardship at the helm of GT – thanks to his leadership, it is in a great position as one of the largest and most established underwriting agencies in the market,” she added.
In parallel with these leadership changes, GT Insurance has reiterated its commitment to supporting marine insurance clients as international trade conditions remain unpredictable.
The recent introduction of US tariffs on Australian steel, aluminium, and other exports has created new challenges for exporters, with potential impacts on freight volumes and margins.
Steve Amey, head of distribution for marine at GT Insurance, noted that the company is working closely with brokers to address the operational risks arising from these trade developments.
“We understand the challenges our marine clients face when external pressures like tariffs disrupt trade flows or freight earnings,” he said. “Our approach is always to work proactively with brokers to reassess policy terms, limits, or structures to better match our clients’ real-time operating conditions.”
Amey encouraged brokers to contact GT Insurance if their clients experience significant changes in freight earnings or operational risk, highlighting that the company’s marine insurance products are structured to provide flexibility in response to market volatility.
