Opening of HelpPoint follows Zurich's appointment by the DGW to insure its vehicle fleet

DGW HelpPoint marks first time Zurich has opened an office in the UAE dedicated to serving the needs of a single client

Dubai, United Arab Emirates; December 13, 2011: Zurich, one of the world's leading insurance groups, today announced the opening of a dedicated HelpPoint office at the Dubai Government Workshop (DGW) facility to provide a wide range of insurance services to government clients. The opening of the HelpPoint follows Zurich's appointment by the DGW to insure its fleet of government vehicles.  

Located in Jaddaf, the DGW provides a range of vehicle repair and maintenance services to government departments. Zurich's DGW HelpPoint will ensure fast and efficient claims resolution for government clients by enabling them to register and settle claims, collect their vehicles following repair, and update their vehicle information. The opening of the DGW HelpPoint marks the first time that the insurer has opened an office in the UAE dedicated to serving the needs of a single client.  

HE Humaid Sultan Al Mutaiwee, Executive Director of the Dubai Government Workshop, said: "Over many years, the Dubai Government Workshop has built a reputation for technical excellence - and we expect the same from our partners. As one of the world's top five insurers, Zurich has the expertise and resources to handle this key account."

Maroun Mourad, CEO of Zurich's General Insurance operations in the Middle East, said: "The appointment by the Dubai Government Workshop demonstrates Zurich's expertise in handling large fleet accounts. Such a prestigious organisation deserves only the best service, of course, and that's why we're proud to open a dedicated HelpPoint office at the DGW facility. Staffed by our own employees, the office will provide government customers with a fast and easy way to handle their insurance needs."

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About Zurich:
Zurich Financial Services Group (Zurich) is a leading multi-line insurance provider with a global network of subsidiaries and offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, as well as other markets. It offers a wide range of general and life insurance products and services for individuals, small businesses, mid-sized and large companies, and multinational corporations.

Zurich employs about 60,000 people, serving customers in more than 170 countries. Founded in 1872, the Group is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. Zurich Financial Services Ltd (ZURN) is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange.

For further information, please visit: www.zurich.com.

For further information, please contact:
Zoë Gould
Head of Marketing & Communications, Middle East
Zurich
Tel: 971-4-3647316

Liam Turner / Tameem Al Kintar
ASDA'A Burson-Marsteller
Dubai, UAE
Tel: 971-4-4507600
Fax: 971-4-4358040
Email: l.turner@asdaa.com / t.alkintar@asdaa.com

© Press Release 2011