ITASCA, Ill., July 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE: AJG) today announced the acquisition of Contego Underwriting Ltd, of London, England. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Contego Underwriting Ltd is an underwriting agency that specializes in underwriting products for the construction and engineering industries. They have clients in over 50 countries with a particular focus on Latin America and Australia. Charles Parmenter and his associates will continue to operate out of their current Fenchurch Avenue location under the direction of Sian Fisher, Managing Director of OIM Underwriting Ltd, Gallagher’s London-based managing general agent.

“Contego has an outstanding reputation for being one of the leading providers of insurance products in this area and for providing quality service through their highly experienced team,” said J. Patrick Gallagher, Jr., Chairman, President and CEO. “Their solid areas of expertise and geographic presence will be a strong complement to our OIM operations in London. We’re extremely pleased to welcome Charles and his team to our growing Gallagher family of professionals.”

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., an international insurance brokerage and risk management services firm, is headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, has operations in 17 countries and offers client service capabilities in more than 110 countries around the world through a network of correspondent brokers and consultants.

CONTACT: Marsha J. Akin
Director – Investor Relations
630-285-3501 or marsha_akin@ajg.com

SOURCE Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.