Marine Cargo & Goods in Transit
For over 30 years, Howe Maxted has been a specialist partner to the transit and logistics sector. Our Marine Cargo Division provides swift, reliable protection for stock and goods, ensuring your supply chain remains resilient against loss or damage – whether your assets are moving across the UK or navigating international trade routes.
Comprehensive Transit & Stock Protection
Modern commerce moves at pace, and our policies are designed to follow. We move beyond basic transit cover to offer Stock Throughput solutions, protecting your goods from the point of origin, through fulfilment centres and general storage, to their final destination.
Our expertise includes:
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Multimodal Transit: Seamless cover for shipments by sea, air, rail, and road, including registered post.
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Global Reach: Expert placement using Incoterms and Institute Cargo Clauses tailored to your specific trade requirements.
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Freight Forwarder Liability: Specialist insurance for logistics providers, including associated liability risks.
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Cost Efficiency: We often provide more competitive and comprehensive terms than those levied by freight forwarders, ensuring you only pay for the protection you actually need.
The Howe Maxted Advantage
In an industry dominated by “one-size-fits-all” digital platforms, we provide technical expertise delivered by specialists, not call centres.
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Market Authority: We leverage our deep relationships with ‘A-rated’ underwriters to secure “gravitas” in the market—ensuring your policy delivers on its promises during a claim.
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Risk Management: By providing access to experts in security, fire safety, and professional valuations, we help you manage your risk profile, which can lead to more favourable premium rates.
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Technical Diligence: We scrutinise the small print to ensure vital extensions aren’t removed, safeguarding you against the hidden gaps that often exist in standard high-street policies.
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Bespoke Design: If your logistical needs are complex or unique, we have the capability to design, broke, and manage a tailor-made insurance programme from the ground up.
Our Commitment
Our objective is to serve as your dedicated advocate. From conducting a thorough risk audit to handling claims with diligence and transparency, we ensure your business interests are shielded by sound security and first-class service.
To discuss a bespoke transit programme or to review your current cargo exposure, please call our specialist team on 020 8309 1717 or contact us today.