With over a decade of experience spanning multiple facets of the shipping and insurance industries, Ellis Morley brings a wealth of expertise to his role at Howden. His career began in Aframax tanker broking, transitioning through chartering operations and shipping recruitment, before culminating in the insurance sector at Howden, Ellis not only focuses on servicing commodity traders but also leads and expands the firm’s cargo war placements. He spearheads global commodity programmes, devising effective and efficient insurance solutions that cater to the unique needs of traders worldwide, ensuring robust protection against the dynamic risks of international trade. His strategic focus is across key regions including the Middle East, Africa, and the Black Sea, addressing complex risks in volatile environments. Ellis’s deep understanding of the cargo insurance market and his ability to navigate the intricacies of global trade make him a respected leader and a trusted advisor in the industry.