London, UK – 23 February 2026 — AEGIS London, the top-quartile Lloyd’s syndicate, today announced the appointment of Neil Bayles as its Chief Information Officer (CIO).
As CIO – a newly created position within AEGIS London – Bayles will be responsible for developing and executing the firm’s IT strategy, in support of its wider corporate objectives.
His role will focus on deploying technology to enhance service quality and capitalising on new technologies that will strengthen AEGIS London’s competitive position in the market.
Bayles will report directly to Marianne Harvey, Chief Operating Officer, AEGIS London.
Commenting on his appointment, Bayles said: “AEGIS London has a strong reputation across the London market as a high-performing, innovative syndicate that has invested significantly in digital and data capabilities to better serve its clients and the wider market.
“Joining an organisation that places digital and data as key pillars of its strategy was an extremely attractive proposition. I look forward to building on the work already underway and developing a market-leading IT strategy that supports and complements AEGIS London’s broader business ambitions.”
Marianne Harvey, said: “Digitalisation, data and AI are among the key strategic priorities for AEGIS London, and we have invested significantly in these areas to improve how we operate as a business, serve our clients and broker partners, and trade with the market.
With the wealth of experience he brings in driving transformative technology projects across the London market and wider financial services sector, Neil will play a pivotal role in ensuring our IT strategy remains closely aligned to, and supportive of, AEGIS London’s long-term success.”
Alex Powell, Chief Executive Officer, AEGIS London, said: “Technology plays a critical role in driving our strategy and performance, and Neil’s appointment reflects our commitment to continued innovation and to setting AEGIS London apart in an increasingly competitive market.”
AEGIS London has been consistently ranked in the top quartile of Lloyd’s syndicates for financial performance for more than a decade.
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About AEGIS London:
AEGIS London operates Lloyd’s Syndicate 1225 and comprises the UK-based subsidiaries of AEGIS (Associated Electric & Gas Insurance Services Limited), a mutual insurance company that serves the needs of the North American energy industry. From its origins in 1999, AEGIS London has become a top quartile diversified Lloyd’s Syndicate, leading and participating in a wide range of business classes with a talented team of over 230 people.