AIU Holdings` Private Client Group Offers Hurricane Protection Insurance Services to Homeowners in Coastal South Carolina

Complimentary Hurricane Preparedness and Response Unit Already Available to
Policyholders in Hurricane-Prone Areas of Florida, New Jersey and Long Island,
NY
NEW YORK--(Business Wire)--
Homeowners in the Low Country counties of Charleston and Beaufort can now access
the advanced disaster preparedness and post-hurricane resources of Private
Client Group`s Hurricane Protection Unit®. Access to the Unit, whose resources
have been successfully deployed in coastal Florida and at-risk regions of New
Jersey and Long Island, New York, is complimentary for homeowners who purchase
insurance policies through Private Client Group, a division of AIU Holdings.

Private Client Group`s Hurricane Protection Unit assists eligible policyholders
in disaster preparations and responds in a hurricane`s immediate aftermath with
repair resources that often become scarce post-storm.

Prior to hurricane season, which officially starts June 1, policyholders may
request a consultation with a hurricane mitigation specialist who will help
devise a personalized plan to maximize the home`s protection. If needed, the
plan can also include action steps for moving artwork, automobiles and
watercraft to safety.

During hurricane season, the Hurricane Protection Unit closely tracks and
monitors the progress and projected landfall of approaching hurricanes. After
landfall, catastrophe response units are dispatched automatically to insured
residences in the affected areas to assess exterior damage. If there is visible
structural damage, pre-approved vendors immediately respond to make short-term
repairs such as tarping holes in the roof, and boarding up broken doors, windows
and other openings. Simultaneously, the Unit communicates with policyholders who
have evacuated to apprise them of any sustained damage. Claims staff follow up
with more detailed assessments as needed. Private Client Group`s art collection
management professionals also may be engaged to safely remove and transport
pieces.

"Our policyholders typically have more substantial homes, yet many don`t realize
that a simple broken window during a storm can result in costly damage if not
attended to quickly," noted Todd Triano, Vice President, Private Client Group.
"This service enables us to act with the level of urgency required to minimize
ensuing wind and water damage. We`re not going to sit and wait for someone to
call in a claim. Instead, we`ll be on the ground as quickly as possible to
inspect and repair any breaches - whether the homeowner is there or not."

For more information on the Hurricane Protection Unit, please contact Todd
Triano at 908-679-3066 or Todd.Triano@aiuholdings.com, or visit
http://aiuholdings.com.

Private Client Group, a division of AIU Holdings, provides property and casualty
insurance to successful individuals and their families. Its innovative products
are designed to enhance protection of, and minimize threats to, personal wealth
and safety. Private Client Group`s portfolio of insurance products includes
homeowners, excess liability, automobile, private collections, excess flood,
yacht, aviation, and kidnap and ransom. In addition to its products, Private
Client Group offers an extensive range of risk management services including
loss-prevention expertise for owners of fine homes, management of art
collections and personal security consultation.

AIU Holdings is a leading property casualty and general insurance organization
serving more than 40 million businesses and individuals worldwide. With a
90-year history, more than 500 products and services, deep claims management
expertise, and excellent financial strength ratings, AIU Holdings enables
individual consumers, entrepreneurial businesses, and large multinationals alike
to manage virtually any risk with confidence. Our insurance and risk management
products and services are provided through insurance brokers, agents, and other
distribution partners around the globe.

AIU Holdings is the marketing name for the worldwide property casualty insurance
operations of AIU Holdings, Inc. and AIU Holdings LLC. For additional
information, please visit our website at www.aiuholdings.com. In the United
States, all products are written by insurance company subsidiaries of AIU
Holdings, Inc. Coverage may not be available in all jurisdictions and is subject
to actual policy language. Certain coverage may be provided by a surplus lines
insurer. Surplus lines insurers do not generally participate in state guaranty
funds and insureds are therefore not protected by such funds. Non-insurance
products and services may be provided by independent third parties.

AIU Holdings
Marie Ali, 212-458-2536

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