New Markets

December 2, 2007

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.

Oil and Gas Well Drilling Contractors
Nuts & Bolts: MarketScout has numerous “A” rated markets for oil and gas well drilling contractors. Markets are offering all the required coverages such as underground resources and equipment. MarketScout offers all lines of coverage including general liability, workers’ compensation, auto, umbrella, and physical damage.
Dollars: $1 million / $2 million.
Carrier: Rated “A” by A.M. Best. Admitted and non-admitted.
States: All.
Contact: Daniel Kerr, 972-934-4210 or e-mail dkerr@marketscout.com.

TManufacturers, Distributors, Importers
Nuts & Bolts: SHG Insurance Services LLC is offering commercial general liability including products liability for manufacturers, distributors and importers of industrial / commercial / consumer products. New ventures as well as established companies are accepted.
Dollars: Up to $2 million.
Carrier: Rated “A” XV by A.M. Best. Non-admitted.
States: All.
Contact: William Ambler at 805-686-1148 or e-mail billambler@shgins.com.

Rap/Hip-Hop Shows and Concerts
Nuts & Bolts: Francis L. Dean & Associates Inc. is a national provider of special event insurance, including Rap/Hip-Hop performances. General liability coverage with limits of up to $5,000,000 is available.
Dollars: $1 million to $5 million.
Carrier: Rated “A+” by A. M. Best. Admitted and non-admitted.
States: All.
Contact: John Dean at 800-745-2409 ext. 120 or e-mail jdean@fdean.com.

Contractors — All States, All Trades
Nuts & Bolts: Bliss and Glennon Inc. now offers mono-line general liability or package policies for all contractor trades. Offerings include in-house programs for trades as electrical contractors and landscapers. Available for small to large accounts, including OCIP’s or CCIP’s. Classes include: general contractors, roofers, electricians, retaining walls, plumbers, utilities, swimming pools, concrete, welders, fence erection, masonry, janitorial, carpentry, drywall, etc.
Dollars: $100,000 to $100 million.
Carrier: Rated “A-VIII” or better by A. M. Best. Non-admitted.
States: All.
Contact: Shane Bouma at 310-372-9115 ext. 345 or e-mail boumash@bgsurplus.com.

Workers’ Comp — Multiple Carriers
Nuts & Bolts: ACBOA Insurance Center, managed by Ramsgate Insurance, is now offering workers’ compensation from multiple carriers.
Dollars: Varies by state statute.
Carrier: ACE, AIG, Travelers, and more rated “A” by A. M. Best. Admitted.
States: All.
Contact: Marydee Lameraux at 800-273-7784 ext. 9 or e-mail: comp@ramsgateinsurance.com.