Own goods in transit

Where the business goods are owned by you or for which you are responsible and you undertake to collect or deliver them in your own vehicle then Northern Marine Underwriters Ltd can offer valuable cover.

The insurance covers the goods against accidental loss or damage whilst in transit in or on any conveyance and includes the risks of loading and unloading. Temporary storage whilst in the course of ordinary transit is also covered. In addition our insurance policy includes the following essential elements:-

  • accidental loss or damage to sheets, ropes, tarpaulins etc.,
  • debris removal and additional transfer costs
  • drivers personal effects

Conditions of insurance are based on all risks but do contain a standard list of exclusions of which the principle exceptions are loss due to warlike activities, riots and civil commotions, consequential loss and loss of market.

Extension to the cover may be possible for the use of additional vehicles and substitute vehicles and the inclusion of tools and tool kits or test equipment.

We are continually seeking ways and methods to develop the account and the above mentioned categories are by no means exhaustive.

By choosing Northern Marine Underwriters Ltd products you will have selected a flexible policy designed to meet the varying insurance needs and requirements of your operation in todays complicated business environment.

You will also have the protection and backing of Lloyds security, the reputation of which is recognised by three leading independent international ratings agencies, A M Best, Fitch and Standard and Poors.

At Northern Marine Underwriters Ltd we believe our simple and straight forward approach, with a willingness to listen and make tailor made solutions, will allow you to concentrate on running your business, secure in the knowledge that if an occasion arises when something goes wrong you can rely on us.