Latest New Markets Headlines
All the headlines from our New Markets Topic Page, ordered by recency.
Mining Industry Launches Safety Program
Sep 19 2011 // The National Mining Association says it’s launching a program to get companies collaborating so mine operators with poor safety records can learn from those with good ones. The goal is to eliminate deaths and cut...
American Marine, Markel Launch Deductible Reimbursement to Car, Home, Boat Owners
Sep 15 2011 // American Marine Insurance and Markel American Insurance Co. are now offering owners of cars, homes and boats the ability to eliminate their deductible risk. With Zero Deductible, if an accident occurs and the...
Business Risk Partners Launches Lloyd’s-Backed Home Inspectors E&O Coverage
Sep 14 2011 // Business Risk Partners has launched a new standard E&O (errors & omissions) policy form for home inspectors. The policy, underwritten by Lloyd’s of London, reflects improvements across the board as a result...
The Hartford Launches Auto, Home Program for National Wildlife Federation
Sep 13 2011 // The Hartford will provide the National Wildlife Federation’s four million members, partners and supporters with access to its auto and home insurance through a special program that offers discounted rates in most...
Cornerstone Underwriting Partners Launches WC Program for PEO Industry
Sep 9 2011 // Cornerstone Underwriting Partners, LLC (CUP), a nationwide underwriting management company and program administrator that works exclusively with wholesale brokers and specialty program agents, has partnered with national...
Workers’ Comp Ombudsman Program Launched in Minnesota
Sep 8 2011 // The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) has established a new Office of Workers’ Compensation Ombudsman to provide advice and assistance to employees and small businesses. “Our goal is to help...
Allstate Launches Identity Theft Coverage in Calif.
Aug 23 2011 // Approximately 9 million Americans annually are victims of identity theft, spending millions of hours resolving problems associated with having their identity stolen. Allstate Insurance Co. has launched identity theft...
Business Risk Partners Launches Lloyd’s-Backed Miscellaneous E&O Form
Aug 19 2011 // Business Risk Partners (BRP) now offers a new standard professional liability (E&O) policy form for hundreds of service professions. Policies will be underwritten by Lloyd’s of London, the company’s partner...
Universal Insurance Enters Georgia Homeowners Market
Aug 18 2011 // Georgia residents will soon have another choice when it comes to purchasing homeowners insurance. Universal Insurance Holdings Inc. has announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary Universal Property & Casualty Insurance...
Crum & Forster Launches New Service to Protect against Cyber Risk
Aug 17 2011 // Crum & Forster (C&F) has launched a new service to assist policyholders effectively manage and protect against cyber risk. Network attacks and privacy violations are occurring with increasing frequency. Even with...
Ironshore Launches Commercial Crime Coverage Through Pembroke Syndicate
Aug 16 2011 // Ironshore Inc.’s Lloyd’s Pembroke Syndicate 4000 has launched a commercial crime unit as an expansion of its financial lines operations. Sarah Markham has been named director of the new unit, reporting to...
CNA Launches Enhanced Motor Truck Cargo Legal Liability Form
Aug 11 2011 // CNA has launched an enhanced version of its motor truck cargo legal liability form that provides cargo liability coverage for motor carriers whether on the road, loading or unloading, or stopped at terminals. Available in...
Marsh Launches Coverage for Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Investigation Costs
Jul 12 2011 // Marsh has created a new form of insurance protection designed to provide coverage for Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) investigations. Developed by Marsh’s Financial and Professional Liability Practice (FINPRO),...
Marsh Risk Consulting Launches Information Protection, IP Coverage
Jul 5 2011 // The protection of critical information and intellectual property (IP) can determine the success or failure of even the most established firms. The advent of cloud computing, social networking, outsourcing, and other modern...
AmWins Launches New Automobile Repossession Program
Jun 28 2011 // AmWINS Group, Inc. has developed an exclusive program with an A.M. Best rated A+XV carrier to provide coverage for the auto repossession industry. This insurance program is designed specifically for the repossession...
Travelers Bond & Financial Launches CyberRisk Product
Jun 15 2011 // Travelers has unveiled CyberRisk, a new product from Travelers Bond & Financial Products meant to limit client cyber exposures and managing associated risks. “Cyber risks leave businesses exposed regardless of...
Professional Liability Insurance Services Unveils Bed Bug Insurance
Jun 15 2011 // Professional Liability Insurance Services, Inc. – Underwriting Facilities, on June 1, launched business interruption and extra expense insurance coverage for bed bug infestations for lodging facilities. The firms says it...
The Hartford Launches Auto, Home Program For Sierra Club Members
Jun 3 2011 // The Hartford will now provide the Sierra Club’s 1.4 million members and supporters with access to its auto and home insurance through a program that will offer discounted rates in most states. The Hartford’s...
Hiscox Launches Small Business Coverage in Ariz., Calif., N.Y.
Jun 2 2011 // Hiscox has introduced their business owners policy (BOP) offering in Arizona, California and New York, with coverage in additional states planned for later this year. The business owner’s insurance package (BOP)...
Ryan Specialty Group Launches LifeScienceRisk
May 24 2011 // Ryan Specialty Group, LLC has introduced its LifeScienceRisk, a managing general underwriter specializing in generic pharmaceuticals, medical devices and nutritional supplements. Insurance products include commercial...
