It is sheer testament to Nick’s personality the number of wonderful stories and sentiments that people have already contributed here. On one of my very first client trips as a young underwriting assistant to Vienna, I will never forget arriving at the airport feeling slightly nervous about the whole thing – before I knew it, Nick had introduced himself and whisked some of us into the BA lounge to settle in. He set the tone! And always thereafter would come and say hello if at a market meeting or event. The kindest, loveliest man who was universally popular amongst all in the market.

My deepest condolences to his family, I hope that reading these will keep his memory very much in focus. Rest in peace, Nick.