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Protect your goods and operations during transport with comprehensive cover. Our Goods in Transit insurance safeguards items moved locally via road, rail, air, or sea. Our Hauliers and Transporters cover protects carriers responsible for transporting cargo in their care, custody, or control, either under contract or under common law. This section addresses the risks of loss or damage to goods in transit, giving owners and carriers peace of mind throughout the journey.
Unrivalled reach across Africa
As the continent’s largest marine insurer, we offer unmatched reach and a broad product offering – backed by deep technical expertise and strong reinsurance capacity.
Flexible, multimodal cover
We insure goods transported by sea, air, road, and rail – locally and internationally – offering adaptable, efficient protection for every shipment at every stage of the journey.
Global specialist support
Through our network of marine surveyors and loss adjusters, we provide expert loss assessment and recovery services wherever your operations take you.
Our insurance protects your goods from the start of their journey until they reach their destination. It safeguards against a wide range of risks, ensuring your cargo is protected against unexpected events throughout transit, including damage, loss, or other unforeseen challenges.
Physical loss or damage to cargo
Provides cover for the repair or replacement of goods if they are lost or damaged while in transit.
Derailment risks
Covers loss or damage to cargo resulting from train derailments during transit.
Theft and pilferage
Covers loss or damage from theft or unauthorised removal of goods while in transit, including partial losses.
Loading and offloading damage
Covers accidental damage to goods during the process of loading onto or unloading from a vehicle, vessel, or aircraft.
Accident and overturning
Covers goods damaged or lost due to accidents involving the carrying vehicle, including overturning or collision incidents during transit.
Container cover
Protects against loss or damage to shipping containers used for transporting goods.
Whether you need guidance on your current policy or want to explore new marine insurance options, our team is here to support you. Connect with an intermediary or share your feedback to help us serve you better.
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