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AEU Announces New Advisory Council Members | 2022

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 | 2021

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

AEU Named a Best Company to Work for in Alabama | 3rd Year

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 AEU

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.

AEU Announces New Advisory Council Members | 2021

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. announced eight new members of the ALMA Member Advisory Council.

AEU Launches "Safety Focus" Campaign

This year-long campaign will provide guidance to employers on preventing the most common workplace injuries in maritime facilities.

AEU Named a Best Company to Work for in Alabama | 2nd Year

AEU recognized for the second year in a row, ranking fourth among small-to-medium companies.

AEU Recognized in Marine News 100 | 2020

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

AEU to Host Virtual Forum for Maritime Professionals

Virtual event will discuss safety, claims, personnel, operations, and leadership-related topics specific to the maritime industry.

AEU Announces 2019 Safety Award Winners

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

Crystal Jones Named to IMX 40 Under 40

AEU's Crystal Jones Named to IMX 40 Under 40

AEU Launches New Claims Management System

Leading longshore workers’ compensation provider will utilize Origami risk management platform.

AEU Announces New Advisory Council Members | 2020

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. announced eight new members of the ALMA Member Advisory Council (“Council”) this week in New Orleans, LA, at the Council’s annual meeting.

AEU National Forum Dates Announced | Spring 2020

More than 100 maritime professionals from around the industry will gather to discuss safety, claims, personnel, operations, and leadership-related topics.

AEU Announces Dates for Regional Forum in Long Beach

One-day event will discuss leadership, safety, and claims topics for maritime professionals.

Rob Stuardi Elected Chairman of Shipbuilders Council Committee

Managing director Rob Stuardi has been elected chairman of the SCA Partners Committee for the Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA).

Earl Burak Elected Vice President of Longshore Claims Association

Earl Burak has been elected vice president of the Longshore Claims Association (LCA), a non-profit organization of claims professionals serving the shipping industry and longshore and stevedoring communities.

AEU Announces Dates for Regional Forum in Norfolk

An AEU Regional Forum will be held September 17, 2019 at the Hilton Norfolk The Main in downtown Norfolk, Va.