Muscat Insurance appoints Steven Samson as CEO

The company shared in an exchange filing on MSX platform, “Muscat Insurance Company SAOG is pleased to announce the appointment of Steven John Samson as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective from 5ᵗʰ October 2025.”

In his new role, Samson brings over four decades of industry leadership experience. He most recently served RSW Insurance Risk Consultants as the CEO and previously worked with Al Futtaim Willis Bahrain, Insure Direct, Arthur J. Gallagher, and AON UK Cargo Division. 

“Steven Samson brings with him more than 45 years of extensive experience in the global insurance and risk management sector, having held senior leadership positions across London, the Middle East, and the GCC. Steven’s career spans key roles in underwriting, broking, reinsurance, and strategic advisory, establishing new operations, and driving sustainable profitability,” the company added. 

On the academic front, Samson is a qualified Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute and Chartered Insurance Broker, bringing both deep technical knowledge and proven leadership capability to his new role. 

Samson succeeds Krishnan Raghunathan, who stepped down from the CEO in-charge role last month. “After two enriching years in Muscat Insurance Company, I have decided to move ahead to discover the next chapter of my professional journey,” Raghunathan wrote on LinkedIn. 

He added, “Reflecting on this incredible experience, I am immensely proud to have achieved my set objectives of strategic transformation, positive outcomes in crucial business areas, garnering market confidence, and building sustainable momentum that set the stage for further enchanting growth into the future… 

As I turn the page to the next chapter, I wish to take some time to unwind, recharge, and reflect, while keeping an eye on new and rewarding opportunities. The industry continues to evolve rapidly, and I look forward to being part of that journey in a role where I can create even more meaningful impact.”