Sompo International has appointed Patrick Cove as global head of aviation reinsurance.

Most recently head of aviation & marine treaty reinsurance at Qatar Re, Cove boasts over 20 years of aviation treaty experience in London and Zurich markets.

In his new role, Cove will be responsible for airline hull and liability, aircraft manufacturers' products liability, and general aviation risks.

He will be based in the company’s Zurich office and report to Adrian Poxon, executive vice president and head of global specialty reinsurance.