Port, Harbour & Terminal Equipment Insurance

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Specialist cover for cranes, forklifts, container-handling equipment, marine plant, terminal vehicles & operational assets.

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Protection for Marine Handling Equipment & Port Operations

Port and terminal operations rely on heavy-duty equipment that must remain safe, reliable and operational. Insurance protects cranes, container lifters, forklifts, reach stackers, terminal tractors, marine plant and other specialist assets from damage, breakdown, collision and operational risks.

What Port & Terminal Equipment Insurance Covers

Specialist protection for high-value marine operational assets.


  • Damage to cranes, forklifts & port machinery
  • Collision, overturning & impact damage
  • Mechanical breakdown (optional)
  • Fire, explosion & electrical damage
  • Storm, flood & weather-related losses
  • Theft of equipment or components
  • Damage during cargo handling operations
  • Marine plant & quayside machinery cover
  • Business interruption (optional)

Typical Port, Harbour & Terminal Equipment Covered

Insurance tailored for demanding marine operational environments.


  • Container cranes (STS, RTG, RMG)
  • Straddle carriers & reach stackers
  • Forklifts & terminal tractors
  • Quay cranes & hoisting machinery
  • Roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) equipment
  • Conveyor systems & loading plant
  • Harbour mobile cranes & jib cranes
  • Marine plant: barges, pontoons, winches
  • Workshop tools & operational machinery

Why Choose Insure24


  • Specialist expertise in marine & port equipment risks
  • Access to A-rated marine insurers
  • Cover for both fixed and mobile port assets
  • Flexible policy limits for high-value machinery
  • Optional breakdown & business interruption cover
  • Policies suitable for ports, terminals & logistics operators
  • Fast quotes and dedicated claims support

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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What port equipment can be insured?

Most operational equipment including cranes, forklifts, reach stackers, terminal tractors, straddle carriers, hoists and marine plant can be insured.

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Does the policy cover mechanical breakdown?

Mechanical breakdown cover is available as an optional extension on many port equipment policies.

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Are operators and terminals covered against third-party claims?

Yes - liability cover can be included for damage caused to third-party property or equipment during port operations.

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Can we insure mobile port machinery?

Yes - mobile equipment including forklifts, straddle carriers, reach stackers and terminal tractors can be insured for on-site operations.

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