Marine Cargo

In today's fast-paced global economy, the shipping industry plays a vital role in facilitating the movement of goods across borders. To safeguard against the risks, Marine Cargo Insurance is a crucial tool that provides protection and peace of mind to businesses involved in international trade.

Marine Cargo Insurance is a type of insurance that provides coverage for goods, merchandise, or commodities being transported via water, air, or land. This insurance helps protect you from financial losses that may arise due to damage, theft, or loss of cargo during the transit process.


In some circumstances, all-risk policies may not be provided, so restrictive covers such as Institute Cargo Clauses (B) or (C) 1/1/82 will be provided. Below is a brief cover comparison of the (A), (B), and (C) clauses.


INSTITUTE CARGO CLAUSES
A
B
C
Stranding, Grounding, Sinking or Capsizing
Yes
Yes
Yes
Overturning or Derailment of Land Conveyance
Yes
Yes
Yes
Collision of ship, craft with another ship or craft
Yes
Yes
Yes
Contact of Ship, Craft or Conveyance with anything other than Ship or Craft (excludes water but includes ice)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Discharge of Cargo at Port of Distress
Yes
Yes
Yes
Fire or Explosion
Yes
Yes
Yes
Earthquake, Volcanic Eruption or Lighting
Yes
Yes
Yes
General Average and Salvage Charges
Yes
Yes
Yes
Jettison
Yes
Yes
Yes
Washing Overboard (Deck cargo)
Yes
Yes
No
Malicious Damage
Yes
No
No
Theft, Pilferage or Robbery
Yes
No
No
Non-delivery of the entire shipping package
Yes
No
No
Piracy
Yes
No
No
Entry of Sea Water into the Ship, Craft, Hold, Conveyance, Container, Liftvan or Place of Storage
Yes
Yes
No
Entry of River or Lake water into the same
Yes
Yes
No
Rain Water
Yes
No
No
Loss or damage during loading/discharge from the vessel
Yes
No
No
Loss overboard during loading/discharge from the vessel (total loss only)
Yes
Yes
No
Other physical loss or damage not specified and not excluded.
Yes
No
No

Underwriting Information Required for Marine Cargo Insurance

  • Description of the goods being transported, including their nature, quantity, and value.
  • Details of the shipment, such as the origin, destination, route, and mode of transportation.
  • Information about the packaging and storage conditions of the cargo.
  • Details of the carriers involved in the transportation.
  • The insured's financial interest in the cargo and their insurable interest.
  • Any previous loss history or claims related to similar cargo shipments.
  • Compliance with any relevant regulations or international conventions.
  • Any additional coverage or specific requirements based on the nature of the cargo or the trade route.

AMG works with a wide network of insurance providers to help clients find the most suitable coverage at competitive rates. By leveraging our expertise and industry connections, we can assist you in navigating the complexities of Marine Cargo Insurance, ensuring that your cargo is adequately protected.

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