Our Insurance Comparison Tool allows you to pick the Inland Marine policy that's right for you by comparing every plan offered by Canada's leading insurance providers. The Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of the page can help you learn more about this coverage area.
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Shop by Zurich UK | Max Coverage GBP10M | Min Premium N/A |
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Commercial Combined by Zurich UK | Max Coverage GBP1M | Min Premium N/A |
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Marine Cargo by Zurich UK | Max Coverage N/A | Min Premium N/A |
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Service (Non-Public) Funds by Towergate Insurance | Max Coverage GBP5M | Min Premium N/A |
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Caravan, Camping and Park Home Site by Thames Underwriting Ltd | Max Coverage GBP10M | Min Premium GBP350 |
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Goods in Transit - Hazardous Industries by Pen Underwriting | Max Coverage N/A | Min Premium N/A |
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Specie by Newline Group | Max Coverage GBP15M | Min Premium N/A |
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Cargo by Newline Group | Max Coverage GBP15M | Min Premium N/A |
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Cargo by Neon Underwriting | Max Coverage GBP15M | Min Premium N/A |
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Project Cargo Consortium by Ironshore | Max Coverage US$40M | Min Premium N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
(click to expand)What Is Inland Marine Insurance?
- property in transit
- property held by a bailee
- property at a fixed location that is an instrument of transportation
- a movable type of goods held at different locations
Inland Marine insurance is designed to protect against any loss, theft or damage caused to the property during the course of its journey. Grown out of Ocean Marine insurance, Inland Marine insurance policies are sometimes called ‘floater’ policies as the property covered is not at a fixed location.
Who Needs Inland Marine Insurance?
- electrical equipment (including computers, laptops and servers)
- communications and networking equipment
- building materials (construction and contracting equipment)
- medical and scientific equipment
- photography equipment
- valuables and artefacts for exhibitions
- mobile equipment
- warehouse equipment
- cargo
- personal property (as ‘Personal Inland Marine’)
- accounts receivable
- transportation equipment
What Does Inland Marine Insurance Cover?
- value of property
- legal costs resulting from damage to property
When choosing an Inland Marine insurance policy it is possible to choose between a named peril coverage or an all-risk coverage. All-risk policies usually cover perils such as fire, windstorms, other natural disasters, collisions and theft.
What Is Not Included In Inland Marine Insurance?
- war and terrorism
- natural wear and tear
- contraband or illegal goods
- nuclear hazards
There are also several types of scenario affecting shipments which may not be covered by non-extensive Inland Marine insurance products, such as:
- items not yet shipped
- items damaged after being shipped
- items intentionally damaged
- the vehicle transporting the goods
- cargo during ocean transportation (an separate Ocean Marine insurance policy will be required)
How Much Does Inland Marine Insurance Cost?
Other things to consider include nature of the company shipping, what is shipped and any other variables. The best way to estimate the cost of Inland Marine insurance is to get a quote.