Aon Re Global Names Robert Johnston President, Aon Re Bermuda

CHICAGO, Oct. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Aon Re Global, the world's leading provider of reinsurance brokerage and integrated capital solutions and services, today announced the promotion of Robert Johnston to president of Aon Re Bermuda, pending Bermuda government approval.

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"Robert will lead Aon Re's expanding team and capabilities into the Bermuda marketplace's vibrant and exciting future," said Paul Markey, chairman of Aon (Bermuda) Ltd. "During his six year tenure, Robert has developed a close rapport with local Aon clients and markets and with colleagues throughout Aon Re's global network. I congratulate him on this new position and look forward to helping him with the future endeavors of our team in Bermuda."

"I feel very privileged to be given the opportunity to continue the development and growth of Aon Re's operation in Bermuda," Mr. Johnston said. "I look forward to working with the talented team of reinsurance professionals we have here on the island to further expand our relationships with both our clients and markets."

About Aon

Aon Re Global is the reinsurance and captive services subsidiary of Aon Corporation, providing services to insurance companies and captives through its network of offices throughout the world.

Aon Corporation is a leading provider of risk management services, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, human capital and management consulting, and specialty insurance underwriting. There are 47,000 employees working in Aon's 500 offices in more than 120 countries. Backed by broad resources, industry knowledge and technical expertise, Aon professionals help a wide range of clients develop effective risk management and workforce productivity solutions. http://www.aon.com/ .

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