West's Hong Kong office welcomes new CEO

His role is effective in December.

West has appointed Cai Xuanlun as the new CEO of its Hong Kong office, effective December. 

Xuanlun joined West’s Hong Kong office in 2013 after earning a law degree from Shanghai Maritime University and an MA in Law from the University of Bristol. 

He initially handled P&I and FD&D claims before transitioning to the Underwriting Department in 2017. 

In 2022, Xuanlun was appointed Regional head of Underwriting, overseeing relationships with West's Chinese membership. 

He will continue in this role alongside his new responsibilities as CEO. Xuanlun succeeds Richard Macnamara, who steps down after 28 years. Macnamara will remain a Senior Advisor through 2025.