The ACE Group of Companies

The ACE Group of Companies is one of the world’s largest providers of commercial property and casualty insurance and reinsurance.  With more than $72 billion in assets and nearly $18 billion of gross written premiums in 2007, ACE is distinguished by its underwriting expertise, superior claims handling and global franchise – a physical presence in more than 50 countries and business conducted in over 140 countries.

The parent company, ACE Limited, is a New York Stock Exchange-listed company (NYSE: ACE) and a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index. The ACE Group of Companies serves a diverse group of clients including multinational corporations with complex property and casualty exposures, local businesses in countries throughout the world, insurance companies looking to reinsure their portfolios, and individuals purchasing personal accident, supplemental health and life insurance coverage.

Formed in 1985 by a consortium of Fortune 500 companies to address a shortage of capacity in the insurance market, ACE Limited maintains its executive offices in Bermuda and the ACE Group of Companies employs approximately 16,000 people worldwide.

ACE Limited's quarterly earnings, financial supplement, annual report and other financial information can be found at www.acelimited.com.

For financial inquiries, please contact ACE Investor Relations at 441 299-9283 or investorrelations@ace.bm.