ZUG, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, AG (NYSE:AWH) announced today that it is expanding risk management offerings to policyholders to include access to discounted unmanned aerial systems (“UAS”) services through DataWing, a UAS service provider led by former U.S. Air Force fighter pilots.

DataWing can help companies monitor the costs and benefits of operating a drone program, determine the best way to incorporate or maintain a successful program, stay informed on the latest FAA regulations as well as the UAS hardware and software, develop flight plans and deploy drones.

“We are very pleased to partner with DataWing to bring these new loss control services to our customers,” said Joseph Cellura, President, Allied World North American Casualty Division. “Our policyholders are using drones in so many innovative ways to improve efficiency and enhance their businesses. These new services will help them create sound risk management programs to meet the necessary safety and compliance standards.”

For more information on DataWing’s UAS Services, please contact Steve Lako, Vice President, Casualty Loss Control, Risk Management Group at [email protected].

About Allied World

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, AG, through its subsidiaries and brand known as Allied World, is a global provider of innovative property, casualty and specialty insurance and reinsurance solutions. Allied World offers superior client service through a global network of offices and branches. All of Allied World's rated insurance and reinsurance subsidiaries are rated A by A.M. Best Company, A by Standard & Poor's, and A2 by Moody's, and our Lloyd's Syndicate 2232 is rated A+ by Standard & Poor's and AA- by Fitch.

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About DataWing Global

DataWing Global is a professional UAS services provider that provides end-to-end solutions of data collection, processing and analysis for any industry. As a specialist in aviation management, DataWing uses proprietary software tools to enhance UAS service efficiency and standardize workflow management to ensure success in repeatable, large-scale projects. DataWing is led by former U.S. Air Force fighter pilots who set high flight safety and operational standards, providing end users with superior service. Visit www.DataWingGlobal.com for more information.

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