The 101 On Transit Insurance

Everyone needs to be insured for a life cover, health cover or an accident cover in case of an eventuality. The main breadwinner should make it a point to have life insurance coverage so that the family does not suffer when s/he dies. In the case of health or accident insurance, it is a case of being smart because without this basic insurance, one will have to pay large medical bills. Ditto with marine insurance; if you own a ship, the vessel needs insurance. A person using the services of a freight forwarder in transportation of goods also needs to make sure that the goods during the journey have adequate cover.

In the export-import trade, transporting shipments from one location to the next is a done deal. After declaring the contents of the cargo, the bill of lading is provided to the exporter/importer. This covers various aspects like the amount, the duration of the voyage, insurance, and the generalities. Nevertheless, it is wise to have an additional insurance coverage in the event of an accident, fire and flood, vandalism, natural disaster, or anything else that may occur. The coverage begins once the items are booked with the cargo carrier and it ends once the cargo reaches the destination as detailed in the bill of lading.

The website www.allegiance.com.sg throws open plethora of information about the various insurance covers available. Marine insurance is also offered and if you are new to the concept, call in the professionals and get the 101 on the varieties available. A transit policy is defined as an annual cover in total, ideal for hull insurance as well as the exporter. Premium is calculated based on the value of the goods being shipped. The risk coverage is factored in, which is convenient to keep the cargo covered. 

When you opt for transit insurance, you can rest easy knowing that the goods exported are safe from damage or even loss. It is a stressful job trying to ship high value products from one location to the next. To find an insurance plan that suits you, a good service provider will offer you the best plan. Before going ahead, read the fine print carefully. Otherwise, your cargo may not have the adequate coverage that you expect. Conditions may apply, so get the policy right so that your most precious cargo is well taken care of during the journey.