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Charles Taylor expands APAC Aviation capability with two appointments, including return of Battoo as MD

Bob Battoo (pictured left) returns to Charles Taylor as MD, APAC – Aviation; Dennis San Jose (pictured right) joins as Resident Technical Manager – Aviation.
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March 5, 2024

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Global loss adjuster Charles Taylor has confirmed two Asia Pacific aviation appointments with Bob Battoo joining as Managing Director, Asia Pacific – Aviation and Dennis San Jose taking up the role as Resident Technical Manager – Aviation Asset Management.

Battoo, who returns to Chares Taylor Singapore after nearly two years in the UK, will spearhead the regional team’s efforts in managing a broad spectrum of aviation risk and claims. This includes areas such as aviation hull, liability, crisis management, surveys, and salvage operations for leading airlines in the region.

His team will also work closely with Charles Taylor’s assistance services team, which supports major airlines in areas such as baggage liability claims and accident, health, and work injury compensation assurance claims.

The introduction of aviation asset management services in Asia Pacific also marks a new chapter for Charles Taylor in the region. With Dennis San Jose as Resident Technical Manager, the service will cater to aircraft owners, financiers, airlines and lessors worldwide services which include aircraft lease management, technical asset management, aircraft remarketing, redelivery and repossession support, technical representation and continuing airworthiness management (CAMO) services.

Richard Yerbury, Chief Executive Officer of Charles Taylor Claims Solutions – International, expressed his enthusiasm for the appointments: “I am delighted Bob and Dennis are now part of our regional offering. Our aviation team delivers better results for the world of aviation insurance with our specialist technical expertise, comprehensive range of solutions, global footprint and powerful technology.”

On his new role, Bob Battoo said, “I am privileged to join Charles Taylor Adjusting and contribute to its legacy of excellence in aviation claims.”

Dennis San Jose also spoke on his appointment, commenting, “I am excited to join Charles Taylor Adjusting and help foster team growth while leveraging my experience and expertise.”

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