Insurance for Shipping, Ports & Trade
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Insurance Categories
Tailored coverage for every link in the supply chain.
Marine Cargo Insurance
Protection for goods in transit against physical loss or damage.
Hull & Machinery (H&M)
Insurance for commercial vessels against collision and machinery failure.
P&I Clubs
Mutual insurance for shipowners covering third-party liabilities.
Port & Terminal Liability
Coverage for port authorities and terminal operators against legal liabilities.
Forwarder/NVOCC Liability
Professional liability insurance for freight forwarders and NVOCCs.
Trade Credit Insurance
Protecting sellers against the risk of non-payment by commercial buyers.
Warehouse Insurance
Coverage for inventory held in storage or transit facilities.
Inland Transit (Road/Rail)
Insurance for goods moving via land-based transportation networks.
Insurance Calculators
Marine Insurance Premium
Calculate indicative premiums based on cargo value and risk.
General Average (GA)
Estimate contribution amounts for GA sacrifices and salvage.
Cargo Claims Estimator
Draft a preliminary claim amount including survey fees.
Risk Exposure Analysis
Quantify financial exposure across transit lanes.
Liability Limit (SDR)
Calculate carrier liability limits (SDR/kg) under Hague-Visby/Rotterdam.
Insurance Documents Hub
Insurance Certificate
Generate certificates of insurance for customs and trade finance.
Policy Schedule
Standardized schedule detailing coverage limits and exclusions.
Claim Intimation Form
Form to officially notify insurers of a potential cargo claim.
Loss / Damage Report
Visual documentation and description of cargo damage.
Survey Report
Professional report by marine surveyors on cargo condition.
Letter of Undertaking
Secures release of cargo or provides security for maritime claims.
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Insurance in Global Workflow
Seamless integration of risk management into the standard shipping cycle.
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Maritime Insurance Expert Resources
The Law of General Average (GA)
One of the most significant risks in maritime trade is **General Average**. Under this 3,000-year-old principle, if a vessel encounters a life-threatening emergency and the master makes a voluntary sacrifice (like jettisoning cargo or incurring salvage costs) to save the ship, all parties with a financial interest in the voyage must share the loss proportionally. Without proper insurance, your cargo could be held as security for these costs, even if your specific goods were not damaged.
Cargo Clauses A, B, and C
The Institute Cargo Clauses (ICC) are standardized international insurance terms. **Clause A** is the broadest "All Risks" coverage, protecting against most accidental losses. **Clause B** is more restrictive, covering specific major casualties like earthquakes or washing overboard. **Clause C** is the basic "Named Perils" coverage, primarily protecting against total loss incidents like sinking, stranding, or fire. Selecting the correct clause is vital for balancing premium costs with risk exposure.