For Immediate Release
Contact: David Heath (Regional Marketing)
AIG Japan Holdings KK
03-6895-5042
heath.david@aig.co.jp

AIG Extends Partnership with New Zealand Rugby
TOKYO, November 7, 2016 – American International Group, Inc. (AIG) today announced anextension of its sponsorship agreement with New Zealand Rugby (NZR). The extension
strengthens the existing partnership announced in 2012 and reinforces the commitment to theglobal advancement of rugby from the community level to the All Blacks and other nationalteams.
“We're delighted that AIG has extended their successful partnership with New Zealand Rugby,”
said NZR Chief Executive Steve Tew. “AIG has been a great supporter of our game since coming
on board in 2012 and contributed to outstanding results off the field, helping profile our teams
throughout the world and showcasing the story and teams of New Zealand rugby to millions of
new fans from Chicago to China and further afield.
“This is a very positive step for rugby in New Zealand and ensures critical funding to run andstrengthen rugby in New Zealand from the community game through to the high-performancelevel.”
AIG has worked with NZR’s teams in 64 countries around the world and extended rugby’s reachto millions in the past 4 years, staging world-class events in Beijing, Chicago, Dubai, Dublin,Hong Kong, London, Rio de Janeiro, Tokyo, and Toronto. Since 2012, rugby has been the fastest
growing team sport in the U.S. with over 50 per cent more players involved with the sport.
“We are excited to continue AIG’s brand partnership with NZR,” said Peter Hancock, AIG
President and Chief Executive Officer. “Our sponsorship will continue to serve as a valuable
marketing tool and as an inspiration for excellence to AIG people.”
The sponsorship arrangement extends AIG’s position as the Major Global Sponsor and Official
Insurance Partner of New Zealand Rugby and the All Blacks for a further six years. The company
will continue to directly sponsor the All Blacks, the All Blacks Sevens, the Maori All Blacks, theBlack Ferns, the New Zealand Black Ferns Sevens and New Zealand Under 20 teams.
Since the partnership got underway in 2012, New Zealand teams have achieved unprecedented
success with the All Blacks securing back to back Rugby World Cups, the All Blacks Sevens andBlack Ferns Sevens winning the Sevens World Cups, World Championship wins for the New
Zealand Under 20 and the Black Ferns Sevens team securing silver in Rio.
AIG was recognized as Rugby Sponsor of the Year and received the prestigious Sport New
Zealand Recreation Award for Commercial Partnership in its very first year of its sponsorship. In
only four years AIG was recognized by its peers and fans as Rugby Sponsor of the Decade.
The agreement continues to highlight the importance of preparation and safe, respectfulparticipation in the sport and includes an ongoing commitment to funding community outreachand education programs that promote rugby safety and player wellbeing as well as the culture andvalues of rugby.

“AIG has been great to work with, taking time to understand our game, our people and ourheritage,” said Steve Hansen, the All Blacks Coach. “This already solid foundation will
strengthen further so we can continue to grow our game at home and around the world.”

AIG’s partnership with New Zealand Rugby will also see members of the All Blacks visit
Japan this year to participate in promotional activities and attend an event with school
children and members of the public in Tokyo in early December.
Robert L. Noddin, President and CEO of AIG Japan Holdings, said, “With the excitement forthe sport on the ground here and the momentum building for Japan’s hosting of the 2019 Rugby
World Cup, AIG’s continuing association with the All Blacks further demonstrates ourcommitment to the sport and its ideals at every level, from tag rugby for kids to Japan’s Top
League and the world renowned All Blacks. AIG Japan truly values this partnership and it is acore part of who we are in the community.”
About AIG:
American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. Founded in 1919, today AIG member
companies provide a wide range of property casualty insurance, life insurance, retirement products, mortgage insurance andother financial services to customers in more than 100 countries and jurisdictions. These diverse offerings include products andservices that help businesses and individuals protect their assets, manage risks and provide for retirement security.
In Japan, AIG Japan Holdings represents household insurance brands including AIU Insurance, Fuji Fire & Marine, AmericanHome Assurance, as well as AIG Fuji Life. Other non-insurance companies such as Techmark, AIG Fuji Insurance Services,
AIG Asset Management, and AIG Business Partners are part of the AIG Group in Japan. Joint ventures include JI Accident &Fire Insurance and T-PEC Corporation. AIG common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Tokyo Stock
Exchange.
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