Huntington Underwriting - Shaping the future of specialty underwriting

About Us

Leveraging smart tech and suprerior risk insights to unlock precision underwriting

HUL is an alpha-driven MGA based in Asia, built on the belief that underwriting performance comes from knowing the risk better than the market. We combine deep market experience with behavioural‑data analytics to help capacity providers see—and price—risk as it happens.

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Niche Underwriting
We leverage deep industry expertise and rigorous underwriting discipline to accurately assess and manage specialty risks, ensuring tailored and precise insurance solutions.
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Technology-Driven Insights
Our underwriting decisions are enhanced by advanced technologies and proprietary data, enabling us to efficiently evaluate complex risks and respond swiftly to market needs.
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Partnership Focus
We build enduring relationships with brokers, insurers, and clients by fostering transparent collaboration and alignment on mutual goals, creating long-term value and trust.

Products that we underwrite

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Property
Tailored protection for specialty commercial and industrial property, covering high-value assets and addressing unique property risks across diverse sectors
Cyber
Comprehensive coverage against digital threats, providing protection for data breaches, ransomware, and business interruption resulting from cyber incidents — helping clients navigate an increasingly connected world with confidence.
Specialty Lines
Flexible insurance solutions designed to address unique and evolving risks across a range of industries.
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The team

Our team offers a wide set of capabilities and deep networks we can leverage

Gerard L. Pennefather
Managing Partner
Ngai Kay Cheung
Chief Financial Officer
Chai Foo Tan
Head of Underwriting
Eric Cheng
Deputy Underwriter
Steve Smith
Senior Advisor
Alper Yapalak
Head of Strategy
Kai Wang
Strategy Associate
Ziqi Tang
Strategy Analyst