The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com.
Fire Protection Contractors
Market Detail: McNeil & Co. brings agents the FireWatch Program. This is a comprehensive insurance and risk management program offering high quality, specialty insurance products to the complete fire protection market including firms that engage in the sales, service and installation of fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, burglar and fire alarm systems, and those involved in selling or distributing fire equipment or emergency apparatus.
Available limits: As needed.
Carriers: Arch Insurance Co. “A” rated by A.M. Best. Admitted.
States: Alaska, Ariz., Ark., Calif., Colo., Conn., Del., Fla., Ga., Idaho, Ill., Ind., Iowa, Kan., Ky., La., Maine, Md., Mich., Minn., Miss., Mo., Mont., Neb., Nev., N.H., N.J., N.M., N.Y., N.C., N.D., Ohio, Okla., Ore., Pa., R.I., S.C., S.D., Tenn., Texas, Utah, Vt., Va., Wash., W. Va. and Wis.
Contact: Shawn Yingling at 717-646-8886 or e-mail syingling@mcneilandcompany.com.
Hard-to-Place Commercial
Market Detail: Camford National Insurance Brokers LLC offers a commercial package program for hard-to-place risks. Some target classes include: amusement park and device operators, apartments buildings, Chapter 11 risks, chemical manufacturing and storage operations, new ventures, student housing, manufacturing operations, water parks, resorts, restaurants, bars and taverns just to name a few. A deductible buyback program for wind, hail and earthquake is also available. Minimum premiums begin at $50,000.
Available limits: As needed.
Carriers: Multiple. Rated “A-” or better by A.M. Best. Admitted and non-admitted.
States: All except N.D., S.D. and Wyo.
Contact: David OKeeffe at 908 647-4900 or e-mail d.okeeffe@camfordnational.com.
Truckers Occupational Accident
Market Detail: US Specialty Insurance Co provides occupational accident, contract and employers liability for independent owner operator truck drivers.
Available limits: As needed.
Carriers: US Specialty Insurance Co. “A+” rated by A.M. Best. Admitted.
States: Ala., Ariz., Ark., Calif., Del., Fla., Ga., Idaho, Ill., Ind., Iowa, Ky., Md., Mich., Miss., Mo., Mont., Neb., N.M., N.D., Ohio, Okla., Pa., S.C., S.D., Tenn., Texas, Utah, Va. and Wis.
Contact: Ruth Young at 713-996-1204 or e-mail ryoung@ussic.com.
Environmental Consultants
Market Detail: Victor O. Schinnerer & Co. Inc. offers environmental consultants a broad range of coverages to meet the complex exposures faced by environmental engineers and consultants. Directors and officers, fiduciary liability, employment practices liability and commercial package coverage are all available for eligible firms. Risk management educational service is included in coverage. Minimum premiums and minimum deductibles begin at $1,000.
Available limits: Up to $20 million.
Carriers: CNA. “A” rated by A.M. Best. Admitted.
States: All.
Contact: Matt McWilliams at 301-961-9833 or e-mail matthew.mcwilliams@schinnerer.com.
Hard-to-Place Marine Risks
Market Detail: Capacity Marine Corp. specializes in hard-to-place marine business. Eligible classes range from complete port operations to single vessel owners. The safety and loss control division will work independently as a loss control and safety program design, management and survey report provider to insurance carriers, insurance brokers and marine clients. Minimum premiums begin at $2,500.
Available limits: As required.
Carriers: Not disclosed. “A” rated by A.M. Best. Admitted and non-admitted.
States: All.
Contact: Walter Wynne at 800-222-2425 or e-mail wwynne@capacitymarine.com.
Marine Cargo
Market Detail: Chopra Insurance Brokerage Inc. offers coverage for ocean-going domestic transit for many types of commodities. Policy provides all risk including war coverage. Coverage can extend to cover domestic air, rail, truck and warehouse to warehouse coverage with an extension to cover goods stored in warehouses. Minimum premiums begin at $1,500 and the minimum deductible is $500.
Available limits: $1 million to $15 million.
Carriers: Unable to disclose. “A” rated by A.M. Best. Admitted.
States: Ala., Ariz., Ark., Calif., Colo., Ga., Idaho, Ill., Ind., Iowa, Kan., Ky., La., Maine, Md., Mass., Mich., Mo., Mont., Neb., Nev., N.H., N.M., N.C., N.D., Ohio, Okla., Ore., S.C., S.D., Tenn., Utah, Vt., Va., Wash., W.Va. and Wis.
Contact: John Upchurch at 818-551-4588 or e-mail Jupchurch@choprainsurance.com.
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