Cargo insurance
Even in the best supply chains, unexpected events can occur.
Our services are covered by the forwarder's liability insurance, but it is worth securing the shipment additionally
Ask our customer support about Cargo Insurance to protect yourself against losses due to loss or damage. Available 24/7/365.
Forwarder's liability
Forwarder's civil liability refers to the forwarder's responsibility towards the client and third parties for any damage resulting from the non-performance or improper performance of the forwarding contract, as stipulated by the Civil Code.
ROHLIG SUUS Logistics S.A. holds forwarder's liability insurance with a coverage guarantee of EUR 1,000,000 per event.
Road Carrier and Forwarder Liability Insurance Certificate
Main principles of Cargo insurance
Cargo insurance encompasses activities conducted by both the sender and recipient, including third parties involved in the transportation process.
Here are the key distinctions between Cargo insurance, forwarder's liability insurance, and carrier's liability insurance:
- Forwarder's Liability Insurance: This type of insurance limits liability to the selection of an appropriate contractor responsible for transporting the goods. It focuses on the forwarder's role in the transportation process.
- Carrier's Third Party Liability Insurance: Liability under this insurance is limited to the proper execution of the transport order by the carrier. It specifically covers the carrier's responsibilities during transportation.
- Cargo Insurance: Cargo insurance provides coverage for damage, partial shortages, and losses that occur during transport. It encompasses various liabilities, including carrier's liability, Rohlig SUUS Logistics' liability, inability to identify the perpetrator, and force majeure events. Unlike other insurances, Cargo insurance does not require identifying the perpetrator of the damage but rather establishing a connection between the damage and the transport process.
Attention
If the value of the shipment exceeds the maximum liability amount of the carrier or forwarder, opting for cargo insurance is advisable. We recommend purchasing Cargo insurance for all shipments valued at over PLN 5,000.
Scope of protection - advantages of Cargo insurance
Cargo insurance extends the scope of cargo protection beyond that provided by forwarder's liability insurance and carrier's liability insurance in several ways:
- Ignoring weight limits set by various conventions and regulations (Polish General Freight Forwarding Rules, CMR Convention, Montreal Convention, Hague-Visby Rules).
- Coverage for damage caused by extraordinary weather conditions and forces of nature.
- Extension to include loading and unloading activities.
- Protection against damage caused by acts of terrorism, strikes, and public riots.
- Coverage for costs incurred in the event of a general average.
Exclusions from protection include:
- damage caused by the customer's willful misconduct
- insufficient or improper packaging
- hidden defects or natural properties of the goods
- contractual penalties and pure financial losses due to delays.
Cargo Insurance - documents
Review the insurance documents and examine the clauses thoroughly.
Cargo insurance - extract(pdf)
Institute Cargo Clauses A(pdf)
Institute Clasification Clause(pdf)
Institute Replacement Clause 1.1.34(pdf)
Institute Cyber Attack Exclusion Clauses(pdf)
Termination of Transit Clause Terrorism(pdf)
Institute Strikes Clauses Cargo(pdf)
Institute Strikes Clauses (Air Cargo)(pdf)
Institute War Clauses (Cargo)(pdf)
Institute War Cancellation Clause (Cargo)(pdf)
Institute War Clauses (Air Cargo)(pdf)
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