International Transit & General Average Protection

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Protect your goods while travelling globally by sea, air, road or rail - including cover for General Average, salvage charges and worldwide transit risks.

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We compare quotes from leading marine & international transit insurers

  • Allianz
  • Aviva
  • QBE
  • RSA
  • Zurich
  • NIG

PROTECTION FOR GLOBAL SHIPMENTS & GENERAL AVERAGE EVENTS

  • Worldwide cover

    WORLDWIDE TRANSIT COVER

  • GA

    GENERAL AVERAGE PROTECTION

  • Salvage

    SALVAGE & RECOVERY COSTS

  • Multimodal

    SEA / AIR / ROAD / RAIL

When a Ship Declares General Average, Every Cargo Owner Must Pay

General Average (GA) is a maritime principle where all cargo owners must contribute to the financial losses when a captain sacrifices cargo, equipment, or incurs extraordinary expenses for the safety of the vessel. Without cargo insurance, your goods may not be released until you make a substantial GA security payment.

What International Transit & General Average Insurance Covers

Protection for physical loss, damage, and financial liabilities during worldwide transport.

Core Transit Cover


  • Loss or damage during international transit
  • Cover under Institute Cargo Clauses (A, B or C)
  • Theft, rough handling, water damage & non-delivery
  • Warehouse-to-warehouse protection
  • Multi-leg and multimodal journeys
  • Transit delays following insured events

General Average & Related Costs


  • General Average contributions imposed by shipowners
  • Salvage charges & emergency expenses
  • Vessel diversion & rescue operation costs
  • Security guarantees to release cargo at port
  • GA deposit reimbursement
  • Legal assistance during GA settlements

Who Needs International Transit & General Average Protection?

Businesses at Highest Risk


  • Importers & exporters using sea freight
  • Businesses shipping via major global trade routes
  • Companies transporting high-value or bulk goods
  • Manufacturers relying on overseas components
  • E-commerce businesses using international supply chains

Major Transit Risks


  • Fire, grounding, collision & heavy weather
  • Container stack collapse or jettison
  • Piracy, theft & pilferage
  • Water damage, moisture & rough handling
  • Vessel diversion & emergency port calls

Why Choose Insure24 for International Transit & GA Cover?


  • Access to global marine insurers for complex risks
  • Support with GA legal processes & security guarantees
  • Expert advice on cargo clauses & valuation
  • Fast quotes for one-off or annual cover
  • Assistance during GA claims & settlement procedures
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When our cargo was caught in a General Average incident, Insure24 guided us through the entire process and ensured our goods were released without delay.

Mark R., International Importer

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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What is General Average?

General Average is a maritime rule where all cargo owners share the financial burden when a vessel sacrifices cargo or incurs extraordinary costs to save the voyage.

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Does standard cargo insurance cover General Average?

Yes - most cargo insurance automatically covers GA contributions. Without insurance, you must provide a large deposit before your cargo can be released.

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What risks are covered under international transit protection?

Risks include fire, grounding, collision, water damage, theft, rough handling, non-delivery, and other Institute Cargo Clause perils depending on the chosen cover.

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Can I insure international transit on an annual basis?

Yes - annual transit and GA protection policies are available for regular shippers.

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