Yes, there are certain requirements you need to meet to qualify for haulage insurance. These may include having a valid operator's license, ensuring your vehicles are properly maintained, and complying with safety regulations. It's important to discuss these requirements with your insurance provider.
What is haulage insurance?
The logistics industry has many moving parts that need to work together to run efficiently. If one part of the supply chain is affected, it impacts everything else which is why you need the right cover for your logistics operation.
Haulage and logistics insurance can provide cover for your logistics business or haulage company at all points of the supply chain. From vehicles and goods in transit cover, to contingency for sub-contractors and even personal illness, whatever your business needs we can help keep you moving.
Key features and benefits
- Cover for many different kinds of vehicles
- Comprehensive cover at a competitive price
- Specialist freight and hauliers claims team
- Data driven claims support
Our cover for haulage and logistics operators can include:
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Cargo insurance
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Claims assistance/preparation cover
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Contingency cover for sub-contractors
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Cyber liability
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Directors and officers liability
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Employers’, public and directors’ & officers’ liability
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Goods in transit insurance
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Legal expenses
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Motor vehicles
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Personal accident illness and travel cover
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Property
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Public liability
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Storage and hazardous goods
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Third party injury
Vehicles and fleets we can cover
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Abnormal loads
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All types of HGVs and specialist vehicles
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Fork lifts, skip lorries and car transporters
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Heavy haulage / abnormal loads
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Heavy vehicle transport
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Refrigerated vehicles
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Tippers, tankers and recovery vehicles
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Trailers - all types
As with all insurance policies, terms and conditions apply. Contact us for full details.
What's not covered?
Get in touch if you need cover for fleets or vehicles not detailed above such as couriers or taxi’s to discuss your specific requirements.
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Why choose us for your haulage insurance?
Whether you’re operating throughout the continent, or serving the local area, we want to ensure you have the right protection. With in depth industry experience and 2,500+ transportation clients staying with us for 12+ years on average - the chances are that whatever you transport, however it's transported, we can help protect it. Whatever insurance company or insurance broker you partner with, it's important you seek professional advice to ensure you are fully covered.
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Marsh Commercial and Jet Plant Hire
Not every business takes a proactive or strategic approach to insurance; for some, it’s seen as something they have to do rather than something they want to. However, at road planing company Jet Plant Hire Ltd, insurance is viewed as something that has been fundamental to its ongoing success.
Frequently asked questions
Haulage insurance is essential because it protects your business from financial losses that may arise from accidents, theft, damage to goods, or third-party claims. It ensures that you can continue operating your business smoothly, even in the face of unexpected events.
Haulage insurance typically covers various aspects, including vehicle damage, theft, fire, accidental damage to goods, liability for injury or damage caused to others, and legal expenses. The specific coverage may vary depending on the policy you choose.
Yes, there are certain requirements you need to meet to qualify for haulage insurance. These may include having a valid operator's license, ensuring your vehicles are properly maintained, and complying with safety regulations. It's important to discuss these requirements with your insurance provider.
Logistics insurance is important for a number of reasons. First and foremost, it helps protect your business from financial losses that can occur during the transportation and storage of goods. Whether you're shipping products by land, sea, or air, there are always risks involved, such as accidents, theft, or damage. Logistics insurance provides coverage for these risks, to help protect you financially if something goes wrong.
Another reason why logistics insurance is necessary is that it can help you comply with legal requirements. Depending on the nature of your business and the countries you operate in, there may be specific insurance regulations that you need to adhere to. Having the right insurance coverage not only helps you meet these requirements but also demonstrates your commitment to responsible business practices.
Furthermore, logistics insurance can also provide coverage for liability claims. If your business is involved in the transportation or storage of goods, there's always a risk of accidents or incidents that could result in damage to third-party property or injury to third parties. Liability insurance can help cover the costs associated with these claims, including legal fees and compensation.
Logistics insurance typically covers various aspects, including cargo damage or loss, liability for injury or damage caused to others, warehouse and storage risks, transportation risks, and legal expenses. The specific coverage may vary depending on the policy you choose.
