HDI Global appoints Nikita Tikhonov as Head of Marine Global Risk

HDI Global, a commercial and specialty lines insurer, has announced the appointment of Nikita Tikhonov as its new Head of Marine Global Risk, effective 1st September, 2025.

Based at HDI Global’s Hannover, Germany headquarters, Tikhonov will report to Dr. Carsten Schulte, Head of Marine Underwriting. He will oversee a team of five professionals working on the company’s value proposition in Marine.

Tikhonov succeeds Felix Cassau, who has chosen to pursue new challenges at Hannover Re.

Tikhonov joined HDI Global in 2018 as Marine and GPA Underwriter, responsible for managing and developing the Marine and Group Personal Accident portfolios.

In his current position as a Global Risk Underwriter, Tikhonov supports local underwriters in HDI Global branch offices worldwide in developing their automotive portfolios.

He began his career as a Marine and Property underwriter at Ingosstrakh.

Dr. Schulte said, “I am very pleased to have Nikita Tikhonov taking over the role as Head of Marine Global Risk. Nikita brings strong expertise, energy, and a fresh perspective to the role. I am confident that under his leadership, we will continue to act as our clients’ and brokers’ preferred Partner in Transformation as he will drive our Marine Global Risk agenda forward. I wish Nikita much success in his new role.

“At the same time, I want to thank Felix Cassau for his contributions to the Marine Global Risk team. He has played a pivotal role in shaping a forward-looking strategy for Marine Global Risk and fostered a positive and collaborative culture within our community. I wish Felix all the very best in his personal and professional life.”

Tikhonov commented, “I am very grateful and truly excited for this opportunity to guide our Marine Global Risk Hubs towards our vision of underwriting excellence. I believe it will be a fascinating journey.”