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AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Sompo Seguros Mexico, S.A. de C.V.

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

Sompo Mexico is a subsidiary of Sompo America Insurance Company (SAIC) and a member of Sompo International Holdings Ltd. (SIH).

Key Points: 
  • Sompo Mexico is a subsidiary of Sompo America Insurance Company (SAIC) and a member of Sompo International Holdings Ltd. (SIH).
  • Sompo Japan Insurance Inc. (SJ) is the core operating unit of SOMPO Holdings, Inc. (SOMPO Holdings), the ultimate parent and one of the largest non-life insurance groups in Japan.
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best’s Credit Ratings .
  • For information on the proper use of Best’s Credit Ratings, Best’s Performance Assessments, Best’s Preliminary Credit Assessments and AM Best press releases, please view Guide to Proper Use of Best’s Ratings & Assessments .

AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Sompo Japan Insurance Inc. and its Subsidiaries; AM Best Affirms Issuer Credit Rating of Sompo International Holdings Ltd.

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) of “aa-” (Superior) of Sompo Japan Insurance Inc. (SJ) (Japan) and its subsidiaries.

Key Points: 
  • AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) of “aa-” (Superior) of Sompo Japan Insurance Inc. (SJ) (Japan) and its subsidiaries.
  • Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term ICR of “a-” (Excellent) of Sompo International Holdings Ltd. (SIH) (Pembroke, Bermuda).
  • In addition, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term Issue Credit Rating (Long-Term IR) of “a-” (Excellent) on $335 million 7% senior unsecured notes due by 2034 (which is guaranteed by SIH).
  • SJ is the core operating unit of SOMPO Holdings, Inc., (SOMPO Holdings), its ultimate parent and one of the largest non-life insurance groups in Japan.

SIH Selects IN Compass Health to Provide Hospitalist Management Services

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) announced that it has selected IN Compass Health, a leading hospital medicine management company, to manage the hospitalist programs for SIH Memorial Hospital of Carbondale, IL, SIH Herrin Hospital in Herrin, IL, and SIH St. Joseph Memorial Hospital in Murphysboro, IL.

Key Points: 
  • Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) announced that it has selected IN Compass Health, a leading hospital medicine management company, to manage the hospitalist programs for SIH Memorial Hospital of Carbondale, IL, SIH Herrin Hospital in Herrin, IL, and SIH St. Joseph Memorial Hospital in Murphysboro, IL.
  • “We believe IN Compass Health will be a strong partner with SIH in providing quality medical care and ensuring patient satisfaction at the hospitals,” said John Antes, president and CEO of Southern Illinois Healthcare.
  • IN Compass Health understand the importance of hiring the highest quality health care providers.
  • “Partnering with IN Compass Health allows our hospitals to collectively offer local and national knowledge along with the best practices of a leading hospitalist management company,” said SIH Chief Medical Officer Marci Moore-Connelley, MD.

Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) Gives Patients Secure Access to Diagnostic Imaging and Reports Online With PocketHealth

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) today announced the launch of PocketHealth , a patient-centric image sharing platform that eliminates the reliance on CD-ROMs for patients to access their diagnostic imaging and reports.

Key Points: 
  • Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) today announced the launch of PocketHealth , a patient-centric image sharing platform that eliminates the reliance on CD-ROMs for patients to access their diagnostic imaging and reports.
  • Additionally, patients now have access to PocketHealth’s Report Reader function, which defines complex medical terms found within the patient’s radiology report.
  • “PocketHealth puts our patients at the center of their healthcare journey and makes image-sharing more timely,” said Marcia Matthias, SIH Corporate Director of Health Information.
  • “PocketHealth is thrilled to work with forward-thinking health systems like Southern Illinois Healthcare to make it easy for patients and providers to seamlessly access imaging without unnecessary frustrations that come with various technologies.”

NORTHSTAR ANESTHESIA TO PROVIDE NEW SERVICES FOR SOUTHERN ILLINOIS HEALTHCARE AND LIMESTONE SURGERY CENTER

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023

IRVING, Texas, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NorthStar Anesthesia, an industry leader in anesthesia care for nearly two decades, continues to expand access to high quality anesthesia care with services at two new facilities, Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) and Limestone Surgery Center.

Key Points: 
  • IRVING, Texas, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NorthStar Anesthesia, an industry leader in anesthesia care for nearly two decades, continues to expand access to high quality anesthesia care with services at two new facilities, Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) and Limestone Surgery Center.
  • "I'm proud to share that NorthStar will now provide anesthesia services for SIH and Limestone Surgery Center, representing expansions in key markets," said NorthStar CEO Adam Spiegel.
  • Limestone Surgery Center was the first freestanding surgery center in the state and is the top ASC in Delaware.
  • NorthStar transitioned to provide anesthesia services at Limestone Surgery Center on November 14, 2022, with a fully staffed team and no disruptions in patient care during the center's busiest day ever.

Southern Illinois Healthcare Selects Xealth to Digitally Engage Patients

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Digital health efficiently fills a necessary role in extending care options for patients, especially for those who need to travel distances to be seen in-person.

Key Points: 
  • Digital health efficiently fills a necessary role in extending care options for patients, especially for those who need to travel distances to be seen in-person.
  • Xealth makes it simpler for medical providers to order and monitor digital health solutions, helping to strengthen connections with patients.
  • “SIH provides optimal care to the people in our communities,” said Todd Guenzburger, MD, VP and Chief Health Informatics Officer for Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH).
  • “Xealth works with healthcare organizations such as SIH, making it easier for patients to receive digital resources when and how they need them, deepening the connection between patients and care teams.

Hudson Robotics & Art Robbins Instruments Welcome Dr. Ian Shuttler as Executive Chairman of the Board

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

SPRINGFIELD, N.J. and SUNNYVALE, Calif. and WAYNE, Pa. , Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hudson Robotics ("HR") and Art Robbins Instruments ("ARI" and, together with HR, the "Company") are pleased to announce that Dr. Ian Shuttler has joined the Board of Directors as Executive Chairman.

Key Points: 
  • SPRINGFIELD, N.J. and SUNNYVALE, Calif. and WAYNE, Pa. , Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hudson Robotics ("HR") and Art Robbins Instruments ("ARI" and, together with HR, the "Company") are pleased to announce that Dr. Ian Shuttler has joined the Board of Directors as Executive Chairman.
  • Dr. Shuttler was most recently Head of Strategy and Portfolio Development for Tecan (SIH: TECN), a global leader in laboratory instruments, equipment, and automation.
  • Dr. Shuttler commented, "I am excited to partner with AHP and join the HR / ARI Board as Executive Chairman.
  • Both Hudson Robotics and Art Robbins have a long history as independent companies with strong legacies in customer care and high-quality products.

Sabal Investment Holdings Grows Leadership Team; Focuses on Market-Specific Expertise

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sabal Investment Holdings (SIH) , a real estate investment management firm that serves institutional investors, today announced the expansion of its leadership team with the aim of driving the companys long-term strategy through distinct market expertise.

Key Points: 
  • IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sabal Investment Holdings (SIH) , a real estate investment management firm that serves institutional investors, today announced the expansion of its leadership team with the aim of driving the companys long-term strategy through distinct market expertise.
  • SIH Founder Pat Jackson will continue at the helm of the company as Chief Investment Strategist.
  • As Managing Director of Structured Credit at SIH, Ayres is responsible for structured credit investments, capital markets and portfolio management.
  • Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Sabal Investment Holdings (SIH) is a real estate investment management firm with $ 1 billion AUM under management, providing advisory and investment management services to institutional investors.

AM Best Downgrades Issuer Credit Rating of Sompo International Holdings Ltd.; Affirms Issue Credit Ratings on Debt Issuances

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Friday, September 23, 2022

Sompo International Holdings Ltd.—
-- “a-” (Excellent) on $335 million 7% senior unsecured notes, due 2034 (issued by Endurance Specialty Holdings Ltd. and guaranteed by Sompo International Holdings Ltd.)
-- “a-” (Excellent) on $300 million 4.7% senior unsecured notes, due 2022 (issued by Montpelier Re Holdings Ltd. and guaranteed by Sompo International Holdings Ltd.)

Key Points: 
  • AM Best has downgraded the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of Sompo International Holdings Ltd. (SIH) (Pembroke, Bermuda) from a (Excellent) to a- (Excellent).
  • The downgrade is to harmonize the intermediate holding company Credit Ratings (ratings) of SIH with the Financial Strength Ratings of Sompo Japan Insurance Inc. (The ratings of the insurance operating companies of SIH.
  • Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term Issue Credit Ratings (Long-Term IRs) of a- (Excellent), which are guaranteed by SIH.
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best's Credit Ratings .

Allison Transmission and SAIC Hongyan Formalize Collaboration on Electric Axle Integration

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Thursday, September 30, 2021

This builds on the successful relationship between the two companies, where the majority of automatic equipped trucks SAIC Hongyan sells feature Allison automatic transmissions.

Key Points: 
  • This builds on the successful relationship between the two companies, where the majority of automatic equipped trucks SAIC Hongyan sells feature Allison automatic transmissions.
  • We are pleased to formalize our collaboration with Allison Transmission on the integration of their eGen Power electric axles into our next generation platforms, said Liu Bin, Deputy Director of Technical Center at SAIC Hongyan.
  • SAIC Hongyan will be the first Chinese OEM to integrate the eGen Power 130D electric axle into its trucks, which is specifically designed to accommodate vehicles that require a 13-tonne rated axle.
  • This series of fully integrated electric axles replaces the traditional powertrain, and features two high-speed electric motors and a multi-speed gearbox, providing SAIC Hongyan and their customers with exceptional performance and optimized efficiency.