The North P&I Club has promoted senior executives in underwriting and claims as chief executive Paul Jennings lays the ground for future growth.

The two most senior promotions go to Savraj Mehta, who has been appointed chief commercial officer, and Thya Kathiravel, who steps up to the position of chief underwriting officer.

The role of chief commercial officer is a new position to help North P&I develop its diversification and growth strategy.