AIX Group and International Excess Program Managers Partner to Offer Preferred Logistics Program

- Comprehensive Package Offers Tailored Coverages for Couriers, Expediters, Freight Forwarders, Food Delivery, Small Package and Letter Delivery Businesses -
WINDSOR, Conn., — AIX Group, Inc., a specialty insurance carrier and subsidiary of The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE: THG), today announced the availability of the Preferred Logistics program in partnership with International Excess Program Managers. The custom program offers a comprehensive insurance solution for small to mid-sized courier businesses, expediters, freight forwarders, and food delivery companies nationwide.

The Preferred Logistics program is sold through a select group of independent agents who demonstrate an expertise in the logistics industry. It is designed to offer tailored, cost-effective insurance products to cover the unique risks of courier, freight forwarders, food delivery, small package and letter delivery businesses.

“The entire team at International Excess Program Managers immediately impressed us with the quality of their operation and their experience in the logistics insurance arena,” said Ron A. Ganiats, regional president, AIX Group. “We are excited to be working with IEPM and its agency partners to help deliver a total solution to this important market.”

Agents offering the Preferred Logistics program can deliver a customized solution to their clients, including specialized coverage for hired and non-owned automobile liability; fleet liability and physical damage; general and Excess liability; cargo (including bank and pharmaceutical); crime and employee dishonesty bonding; property; warehouse legal liability; workers’ compensation; errors and omissions liability and employment practices liability.

“We are thrilled to partner with AIX in this way, as our companies are both strongly committed to innovation, customer service and mutually beneficial partnerships,” said Joy LaFrance, chief underwriting officer at International Excess Program Managers . “At the same time, working with The Hanover was appealing to us because of its financial strength and distinctive capabilities. This relationship further demonstrates our commitment to help customers succeed over the long term.”

To further support independent agents and their customers, the program is backed by proactive risk management practices that include guidance for claims management; claims advocacy; safety advice; procedures for handling hazardous materials; contract and insurance requirement review and regulatory compliance. – AIX Group, Inc.