Storage & Transit – Warehouse to Warehouse Cargo Insurance

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Continuous cargo protection from the moment goods leave the origin warehouse until they arrive at the final destination.

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COMPLETE STORAGE & TRANSIT PROTECTION

  • ORIGIN WAREHOUSE

  • IN TRANSIT

  • TRANS-SHIPMENT

  • DESTINATION WAREHOUSE

What Is Warehouse to Warehouse Cargo Insurance?

Warehouse-to-Warehouse Cargo Insurance provides continuous protection for goods from the time they leave the origin warehouse until they reach the final delivery warehouse.

It covers every stage of the journey - storage, loading, transit, trans-shipment, unloading and temporary holding points.

This is essential for importers, exporters, freight forwarders and logistics operators managing multi-leg or international shipments.

What Does Warehouse-to-Warehouse Insurance Cover?

Comprehensive protection from door to door, including storage periods.


  • Loss or damage during any leg of transport
  • Theft, pilferage & unexplained loss
  • Damage during loading & unloading
  • Fire, flood, collision & overturning
  • Temporary storage at ports, airports & hubs
  • Trans-shipment & handling risks
  • General Average contributions
  • Warehouse-to-warehouse continuity of cover
  • High-value or sensitive goods (subject to terms)

Common Risks & Exclusions in Warehouse-to-Warehouse Policies


  • Insufficient or unsuitable packing
  • Loss due to delay (non-physical loss)
  • Inherent vice or natural deterioration
  • Willful misconduct of the insured
  • Storage beyond permitted time limits
  • Temperature damage (unless extended)

Why Choose Insure24 for Warehouse-to-Warehouse Cover?


  • Continuous cover from point of origin to final delivery
  • Protection for storage, handling & transit
  • Ideal for international, multi-leg shipments
  • Tailored cover for commodities, routes & values
  • Fast documentation for time-sensitive cargo

“With Insure24, every stage of our logistics chain is covered - from picking at origin to final delivery overseas. Exactly what we needed.”

David M., Global Supply Chain Director

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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What does Warehouse-to-Warehouse Insurance cover?

It covers cargo from the moment it leaves the origin warehouse until arrival at the final destination, including transit, storage, loading, unloading and trans-shipment.

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Is temporary storage covered?

Yes - temporary storage at ports, airports or logistics hubs is typically included within set time limits.

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Does this cover damage during handling?

Yes - physical loss or damage during loading, unloading, handling or transfer between carriers is included.

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Are multiple transport modes covered?

Yes - the policy applies regardless of whether the freight moves by sea, road, air or rail.

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Is General Average covered?

Yes - General Average contributions are covered under standard marine cargo clauses.

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