Helvetia Group has announced the appointment of Martin Gingg (pictured above) to the role of chief executive officer for its Helvetia Specialty Lines Switzerland & International unit, with the transition taking effect on January 1, 2026.
Gingg will assume the position while maintaining his existing duties as chief executive officer of Helvetia Global Solutions. This dual appointment sees the executive continue to oversee the global solutions division while expanding his responsibilities within the specialty lines segment.
David Ribeaud, who currently holds the CEO position at Helvetia Specialty Lines Switzerland & International, will transition to a different role within the group. Ribeaud will continue as chief executive officer of the specialty markets segment at Helvetia and will take on the position of chair of the board of directors for Helvetia Global Solutions in the coming year.
The career trajectory of Gingg demonstrates his extensive experience across financial services and insurance sectors. Since 2011, he has held various management positions at National Suisse, and following the company's takeover in 2014, he continued in senior roles at Helvetia Insurance.
Helvetia Specialty Lines Switzerland & International is known for providing tailored insurance solutions across engineering and technical risks, transport and marine, aviation, space, and art insurance. The business has been active in expanding its specialty portfolio, with recent years seeing the launch of new products in cyber, renewable energy, and fine art, as well as the strengthening of its marine and engineering teams in key European markets.
In 2024, Helvetia Global Solutions announced the opening of a new branch in Singapore to support growth in Asia-Pacific specialty lines, and the company has continued to invest in digital platforms to enhance underwriting and risk management capabilities. The group has also expanded its partnerships with brokers and managing general agents to broaden distribution and access to niche markets.
Gingg’s appointment is the latest in a series of moves by Helvetia to strengthen its specialty insurance leadership and reinforce its position in both established and emerging markets. The company has emphasised its commitment to innovation and client-centric solutions as it seeks to grow its specialty lines business internationally.
Ribeaud’s transition to chair of Helvetia Global Solutions’ board is expected to support continuity and strategic oversight as the business continues to evolve.
