Professional services firm and broker Marsh has appointed Marcus Baker to the newly-created role of Chairman, Marine, Cargo, and Logistics, Marsh Risk. Michael Walls will succeed Baker as Global Head of Marine, Cargo, and Logistics, Marsh Risk. Both roles are effective January 1st 2027. They will report to Andrew George, President, Specialty and Industry, Marsh Risk.
In his new role as Chairman, Marcus Baker will continue to support Marsh colleagues worldwide, maintain key client relationships with global markets, and lead strategic initiatives closely tied to the movement of world trade, the broker said.
Michael Walls will assume responsibility for leading the global strategy of Marsh’s Marine, Cargo, and Logistics business. He joined Marsh in 2005 and currently serves as Head of Marine, Cargo, and Logistics for Marsh Asia.