Protect your cargo: marine cargo insurance policy
Are you importing or exporting goods by sea? Don't leave those operations to chance. A marine cargo insurance policy is the only guarantee that your cargo is protected against theft, accidents, and damage throughout the entire transport process.
It is also important because the shipping line is not responsible for your cargo in case of an accident, and without insurance, you could lose all your goods, leaving you completely exposed.
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Why do you need marine cargo insurance?
Maritime transport has some important characteristics, but above all, it must be noted that the environment itself, the sea, is full of risks: storms, port thefts, fires, or damage during loading and unloading. Insurance is not an expense; it is an investment that protects your assets from unexpected losses. That is why it is necessary to invest the time and resources required in it; protection or lack thereof can determine whether we may suffer an economic impact.
Types of coverage: choose the one that best suits you
At InstantFreight, www.instantfreight.ai, we offer the most recognized international coverages for goods transported by sea, based on the Institute Cargo Clauses (I.C.C.).
Clause C (Basic)
Ideal for low-value cargo
Covers basic risks such as fire, explosion, and vessel collision. It does not cover theft or water damage or breakage.
Clause B (Intermediate)
Additional protection
Includes the basics plus damage from earthquakes, packages falling overboard, or water damage. It does not cover theft or breakage.
Clause A (All-Risk)
Our recommendation
It is the most comprehensive coverage. It covers any type of loss or damage to the goods, except for explicitly mentioned exclusions (such as inherent vice or war). It is perfect for high-value or fragile goods.
Advantages of insuring your cargo with us:
In addition to being able to study each operation individually, we offer:
Tailored coverage
Choose the protection that best suits your goods.
Total peace of mind
Travel with the security that your investment is protected.
Fast processing
We process your policy in record time so that your shipment is not delayed.
What information do we need to quote your insurance?
If you don't know which coverage to choose, our team of experts will advise you to make the best decision.
To give you an accurate quote, we only need some basic details about your shipment:
Value of the goods (commercial invoice value)
Product description (e.g., electronics, machinery, textiles)
Ports of origin and destination
Incoterm used in the operation
Related documentation
Bill of Lading (B/L): the master document of your cargo
Maritime transport contract between shipper and shipping line.
House Bill of Lading (HBL)
Document issued by the freight forwarder for each individual client.
Commercial Invoice and Packing List
Details of the commercial transaction and package contents.
Cargo Manifest
Official list of all cargo aboard the vessel.
Certificate of Origin (COO)
Certifies the country of manufacture of exported goods.
Charter Party
Contract between ship owner and charterer for vessel use.
Health, Phytosanitary or Veterinary Certificates
Guarantee compliance with health standards for certain products.