Lexington Insurance Company, a subsidiary of New York-basedAmerican International Group Inc., said it has increased itscapacity for commercial domestic property insurance to $250 millionfrom $100 million.

Lexington said its increased capacity would cover all commercialproperty on any noncatastrophe account. It would cover not onlycommercial buildings, but also municipalities, retail spaces,office buildings and hotels. The company said it also would supportthe carrier's focus in key areas such as health care, real estateand higher education as well as hospitals and communicationsrisks.

"Lexington is committed to providing a meaningful facility forcommercial property risks," Kevin Kelley, chairman and chiefexecutive officer of Lexington, said in a statement. "Thisannouncement represents a substantial commitment of capacity to ourclient base, many of whom maintain significant commercial propertyschedules."

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