AIG to Acquire Glatfelter Insurance Group

AIG today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Glatfelter Insurance Group, a full-service broker and insurance company providing services for specialty programs and retail operations. Headquartered in York, Pennsylvania, Glatfelter brings high-quality program underwriting capabilities that will accelerate the strategic positioning of AIG’s General Insurance business. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

“Glatfelter Insurance Group is an outstanding strategic fit with AIG, bringing high-quality specialty programs business capabilities, a demonstrated track record of strong underwriting results and proprietary program management technology to our General Insurance operations. Glatfelter’s highly talented leadership team will strengthen our efforts to deliver long-term, profitable growth for AIG.” – President and Chief Executive Officer of AIG, Brian Duperreault.

Founded in 1951, Glatfelter’s operations include approximately 3,000 brokers serving approximately 30,000 insureds in the U.S. and Canada. Glatfelter has established unique and differentiated value across multiple niche program spaces. Upon closing, Tony Campisi will report directly to David McElroy, the incoming Chief Executive Officer of AIG General Insurance’s Lexington business.

The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2018, subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals and clearances in relevant jurisdictions.