Ecuador News

Assurex Global Adds Four New Broker Partners

Assurex Global, the owner operated risk management and commercial insurance brokerage group, announced further expansion, as it accepted Ecuaprimas Cia. Ltda. of Guayaquil, Ecuador – Risk Solutions Limited of Auckland, New Zealand – Shaw Sabey & Associates Ltd. of Vancouver, …

Agent Target of Galapagos Oil Spill Lawsuit Threat; Policy Was Cancelled

Lawyers for Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands plan to sue for damages in the wake of an oil spill, according to several news reports; however, the Miamai, Florida-based insurance agency that placed the coverage maintains the policy had been cancelled prior to …

Who’s Who Across Texas, Local Associations at Work

Local associations across the state continue to contribute to their communities and their profession in a variety of ways. Following is a report on activities for the past year from those that responded to our queries about what they’ve been …

Who’s Who Across Texas, Local Associations at Work

Local associations across the state continue to contribute to their communities and their profession in a variety of ways. Following is a report on activities for the past year from those that responded to our queries about what they’ve been …

“PIRATE” ATTACKS UP

According to the International Maritime Bureau, modern day piracy is on the increase with a record 469 attacks on shipping reported last year, resulting in 72 deaths, 99 persons injured, and 26 missing in addition to significant cargo losses. Modern …

“Pirate” Attacks on the Increase

According to the International Maritime Bureau modern day piracy is on the increase with a record 469 attacks on shipping reported last year, resulting in 72 deaths, 99 persons injured, and 26 missing in addition to significant cargo losses. Modern …

ACE To Set Up Brazil HQ for Latin America

ACE International, the global operations arm of Bermuda’s ACE Ltd., announced plans to open a new regional headquarters in Sao Paulo, Brazil, headed by Acacio Queiroz, to serve the company’s Latin American clients. The new office, which is expected to …