Released on: November 29, 2007, 2:30 am

Press Release Author: Reuben Aitchison

Industry:

Press Release Summary: Aon Limited, the UK's largest insurance broker and risk
consultant, today announced an agreement to acquire specialist vehicle insurance
broker, Firebond. The terms of the transaction are not disclosed.

Press Release Body: Aon Limited, the UK's largest insurance broker and risk
consultant, today announced an agreement to acquire specialist vehicle insurance
broker, Firebond. The terms of the transaction are not disclosed.

Firebond, established in 1993, is an insurance broking service specializing in
classic cars. It enjoys a special relationship with classic car enthusiasts and is
know for its exceptional service offering.

Aon provides tailor made cover for specialist personal risks, including prestige
sports and classic cars, holiday homes, yachts, travel, art, antiques, estates, high
value goods and other niche lines.

Aon's acquisition of Firebond, with operations in Cambridge and Bingley, further
consolidates Aon's position as the clear market leader in the classic car broking
sector.

Peter Harmer, CEO of Aon UK, commented: "Firebond is a natural fit with both the Aon
Classic Cars business and our Footman James business. Firebond will now be able to
utilise the buying power and resources of a large broker to provide clients with the
best value and service available. Our wider product provision, infrastructure and
backing will provide Firebond with new opportunities for the future development of
the business."

Notes to editors:

About Firebond

Firebond was incorporated in 1993. It is a well-established small insurance broker
based in Cambridge offering general retail insurances with a Classic car insurance
facility. As well as Cambridge, Firebond has a sales and administration office in
Bingley, West Yorkshire. Firebond's primary class of insurance is Classic Cars,
which represents 75% of revenue with the remaining 25% being other personal lines.
Firebond is a company dedicated to creating distinctive value for the customers it
serves, committed to customer focus, innovation and high performance.

Aon UK is ranked by A.M. Best as the number one global insurance brokerage based on
brokerage revenues and voted best insurance intermediary, offering classic car
insurance, high
value home insurance, entertainment and media liability insurance and
construction insurance.


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