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ESIS Risk Control Services Goes Global; Customized Risk Management Services Backed by Global Network of Safety Professionals

PHILADELPHIA – April 13, 2005 – ESIS, Inc., the risk management services arm of ACE USA, today announced that its suite of customized, risk control services and products will be offered globally. Supported by an in-country network of international risk management experts and safety professionals, ESIS’ consultative services and products are designed to identify and control risk across global organizations and the industries they serve. Backed by the global underwriting, claims management, and financial resources of insurance industry leader ACE, the move follows recent enhancements to ESIS' loss management information system, Global RiskAdvantage^SM, and the introduction of its worldwide, web-based enterprise risk management tool, e-risk MANAGER^SM.

"Many U.S. risk managers recognize ESIS as a superior provider of comprehensive, customized, and effective risk management solutions," said Ed Troy, President, ESIS, Inc. "By introducing global capabilities we will provide enhanced value to our multinational clients. We know that managing risk is an enterprise-wide function and doesn't stop at national boundaries."

According to Mr. Troy, client benefits will include efficient, customized, and single-focused risk control across international platforms, and global consistency of operations. ESIS clients are assured of working with highly-qualified, local safety professionals trained in international quality and industry standards. Additionally, multinational corporations will benefit from ESIS' holistic approach to risk management, a 360 degree perspective combining across-the-board expert risk analysis with the input of local specialists in areas including fire protection, slip and fall, construction engineering, industrial hygiene, fleet safety, security management, physical protection, and ergonomics.

Utilizing ESIS' technology tools enables U.S.-based companies to further maximize global risk control efforts. Using Global RiskAdvantage^SM, risk managers can quickly and easily review and manage claims and loss data across global platforms. Web-based e-risk MANAGER^SM permits risk managers to monitor compliance with risk management standards at enterprise locations worldwide.

"By offering a holistic risk perspective to clients, we provide efficient, effective solutions to the complex and multi-faceted risk management challenges faced by large, multinational corporations, from operational risks to the natural perils causing business interruptions. We are committed to helping these international organizations by developing comprehensive, customized solutions to efficiently manage enterprise-wide risk," commented John Ingram, Vice President of ESIS Risk Control Services.

For more information on ESIS Risk Control Services, contact John Ingram at (215) 640-1362 or visit www.esis.com.

Organized in 1953, ESIS, Inc. (ESIS) provides sophisticated risk management services designed to reduce claims frequency and loss costs. ESIS' Risk Management Information, Risk Control and Claims services can be used individually or collectively as part of a risk management program. ESIS is part of ACE USA, a U.S-based retail operating division of The ACE Group of Companies, headed by ACE Limited (NYSE: ACE). ACE USA, through its underwriting companies, provides insurance products and services throughout the U.S. Additional information about ESIS Inc. and its products and services can be found at www.esis.com. Additional information about ACE USA and its products and services can be found at www.ace-ina.com. The ACE Group of Companies provides insurance and reinsurance for a diverse group of clients around the world.

Media Contact
Carla Ferrara
ACE INA Communications
215 640-4744
carla.ferrara@ace-ina.com

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