News New Office in Riyadh

Advanta New Office Now Open in Riyadh

Nov 21, 2025
We are pleased to announce the opening of a new ADVANTA office in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).

Securing our own adjusting license in KSA represents an important step forward in Advanta’s endeavour to deliver top-tier loss adjusting and claims management services throughout the Middle East.

Our Riyadh office is led by Obi Alhelou. With nearly thirty years of international loss adjusting experience, Obi is fluent in both English and Arabic, ensuring both local expertise and a global perspective.

Joining Obi is John Eades, Senior Adjuster, with more than 43 years in the insurance industry and 27 years as a senior loss adjuster. John’s background covers Construction, Power, Energy, Petrochemicals, Utilities, Offshore/Onshore risks, and major catastrophe claims around the world.

John Donald, our Regional Director, supports the team by providing technical and commercial guidance for local and international projects.

With this expansion, Advanta is better positioned to meet rising client needs in one of the region’s fastest-growing insurance markets. Our Saudi team can now offer customized solutions and on-site support across various areas, such as:

• Property (commercial and residential)
• Energy and Power
• Construction and Engineering
• Business Interruption
• Marine

Our team’s deep knowledge of the regional insurance sector ensures we provide the quality service, quick response, and professionalism that make Advanta stand out globally.

We look forward to introducing our team and supporting your claims and nominations throughout Saudi Arabia and the broader Middle East.

To connect with Obi, please contact him at: oalhelou@advantaglobal.com

To learn more about our Saudi office or explore our services in the Middle East.

For assistance, please contact us:





John Donald- London
+44 (0) 7496 816 567
jdonald@advantaglobal.com



George Viar- London
+44 (0) 7753 789 790
gviar@advantaglobal.com



Oliver Thoma - London
+44 (0)79 2194 8771
othoma@advantaglobal.com