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Brad Daroca Promoted to the Role of Managing Director

AEU announces that Brad Daroca has been promoted to the position of Managing Director.

The American Equity Underwriters Announces 2023 Safety Award Winners

Annual awards program recognizes the top safety programs in the maritime industry.

AEU Announces New Members of Loss Control Advisory Council

Two maritime industry safety experts join AEU Loss Control Advisory Council.

AEU Named One of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama for Fifth Consecutive Year

For the fifth consecutive year, The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. has been named one of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama by Business Alabama and Best Companies Group.

Ray Ruiz Named to OSHA’s National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety & Health

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU), the leading provider of workers’ compensation insurance for waterfront employers, announces that AEU Loss Control Manager Ray Ruiz has been named to the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety & Health (NACOSH).

The American Equity Underwriters Announces 2022 Safety Award Winners

AEU's annual awards program recognizes the top safety programs in the maritime industry.

AEU Announces New Advisory Council Members

Three maritime industry leaders join council to help cultivate progress and innovation.

AEU Named One of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama for Fourth Consecutive Year

For the fourth consecutive year, The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. has been named one of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama by Business Alabama and Best Companies Group.

The American Equity Underwriters Launches Loss Control Advisory Council

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. announces the launch of a new Loss Control Advisory Council consisting of nine health and safety experts from across the maritime industry.

Brad Whitney Named to Marine Chemist Qualification Board

The board’s role is to approve the Marine Chemist's Recertification, the Registration to become a Marine Chemist Trainee and the Initial Certification of a Marine Chemist Trainee as well as address occurrences and rule changes.

AEU Recognized in Marine News 100

The Marine News 100 is an annual list recognizing excellence among those companies serving the North American shallow draft market.

AEU Announces Changes to Leadership Team

AEU announces two changes to the company's leadership team. Tim Dunne has accepted the position of Managing Director. Bo Gunn will succeed Tim as the new Senior Vice President, Director of Information Systems.

The American Equity Underwriters Announces 2021 Safety Award Winners

AEU's annual awards program recognizes the top safety programs in the maritime industry.

David Widener Selected Insurance Committee Chair of the National Association of Waterfront Employers

David Widener will assume responsibilities as the Insurance Committee Chair for NAWE on May 1, 2022.

AEU Announces New Advisory Council Members

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU), the leading provider of workers’ compensation insurance for waterfront employers, welcomed eight new members to the ALMA Member Advisory Council earlier this month in New Orleans, La. at the Council’s annual meeting.

AEU Recognized in Marine News 100

The Marine News 100 is an annual list recognizing excellence among those companies serving the North American shallow draft market.

AEU Named One of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama

AEU was recently named one of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama in an annual ranking compiled by Business Alabama and Best Companies Group. This annual awards program – now in its 12th year – identifies, recognizes, and honors the best employers in Alabama.

The American Equity Underwriters Announces 2020 Safety Award Winners

Annual awards program recognizes the top safety programs in the maritime industry.

David Widener Promoted to Managing Director

Widener will work directly with insurance brokers and ALMA members to ensure that AEU's services meet the company’s high standards of performance.

Adele S. Hapworth Appointed Chief Executive Officer of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc.

Adele S. Hapworth will succeed Michael L. Lapeyrouse as the company’s Chief Executive Officer, effective June 1, 2021. Lapeyrouse will assume the role of Chairman for AEU.