London, 28 August 2008

Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk adviser, has been named ‘Best European Broker’ and ‘Best Asia-Pacific Broker’ in Reactions magazine's Global Awards 2008.

The awards were the result of an extensive poll conducted by Reactions of its readership. Over a period of months, the magazine collected responses through an online poll and telephone interviews to come through with the results.

Alex Moczarski, President of Marsh International said: “These awards are testimony to Marsh’s outstanding capabilities around the world and recognition of the value we bring to our clients. Marsh International covers all of Marsh’s operations outside North America as well as the work of our global specialty practices. That its two most significant regions have been honoured in this way is particularly gratifying. We thank the readers of Reactions for recognising our efforts with these awards.”

David Batchelor, Marsh’s CEO in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, said: “This prestigious accolade is testimony to the skills and abilities that underpin the Marsh brand in Europe, the unrivalled depth and breadth of the company’s expertise and the hard work and commitment of all Marsh colleagues. By working collaboratively across the region, we are able to give clients world-beating support. I salute all Marsh colleagues on this success.”

Alan Cheah, CEO of Marsh in Asia, said: “Marsh’s commitment to the development of the insurance industry, particularly in emerging markets, as well as education about risk management and boosting professional standards are all reasons that we have been able to stay out in front in this dynamic market.”

David Bidmead, CEO of Marsh Pacific, said: “This award reflects Marsh’s strong progress as a company in Australia and New Zealand. It highlights both a solid financial performance and also our development of new products and offerings that bring Marsh’s thought leadership in the industry to the benefit of clients.”

Reactions is a leading business intelligence service that provides detailed financial and global coverage of the insurance and reinsurance industries.

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