Arizona’s Surplus Line Premium Volume up in 1999

According to figures released by the Surplus Line Association of Arizona, written surplus line premium volume in the state totaled $106.9 million in 1999, compared with $90.2 million in 1998–an increase of 18.5 percent.

The numbers show that Lloyd’s was the leading carrier, with $14.21 million, followed closely by Steadfast Insurance Co., with $14.20 million.

The other underwriters that made the “top 10” list include: Lexington Insurance Co., $6.27 million; American International Specialty Lines Insurance, $5.93 million; Illinois Union Insurance Co., $4.65 million; Scottsdale Indemnity Co., $4.43 million; Evanston Insurance Co., $3.94 million; Caliber One Indemnity Co., $3.42 million; Admiral Insurance Co., $2.82 million; and Executive Risk S