The US-based retail operating division of Bermuda?s ACE Ltd. has opened an underwriting office in New York.

Ace USA?s new office will serve customers seeking accident and health insurance products. James Walloga, assistant vice president of Ace Accident and Health will lead the new office.

Mr. Walloga will have responsibility for overseeing accident and health underwriting activities and new business development for Ace Accident & Health in the New York region.