
Competitive insurance
for the marine industry,
freight companies
and shipping agents
Marine insurance
Marine businesses face a wide range of risks involving vessels, cargo, machinery, employees, third parties, contracts and international operations.
James Hallam’s experienced marine team can arrange tailored insurance across a broad range of marine risks, accessing specialist insurance markets where appropriate.
Marine insurance is designed specifically for shipowners and operators, freight and logistics companies, shipping agents, charterers, marine contractors, ports and terminals, cargo owners and other marine businesses.
Marine insurance solutions
Our specialist marine insurance can include:
- Hull & Machinery (H&M) – protection for vessels and machinery against insured risks.
- Protection & Indemnity (P&I) – cover for a range of third-party liabilities arising from vessel ownership and operation.
- Marine Cargo – protection for insured goods against specified risks during transit.
- Marine Liability – cover for certain third-party claims arising from marine operations.
- Ports & Terminals – tailored protection for the property, cargo, liability and operational risks faced by port and terminal operators.
- Loss of Hire – financial protection for certain loss of earnings when an insured vessel is unable to operate.
- War Risks & Terrorism – specialist protection for vessels operating in higher-risk areas, where required.
- Freight, Demurrage & Defence (FD&D) – specialist support and protection for certain contractual and legal disputes.
Cover tailored to your operation
The right marine insurance depends on factors including the type and value of your vessels or cargo, trading areas, contracts and operational activities.
Whether you operate a single vessel, manage a fleet, transport cargo or provide specialist marine services, we can help structure an insurance programme around your specific risks.
Specialist marine expertise
Marine insurance is a specialist area where the right policy structure and wording can make a significant difference.
Our experienced team can review your existing arrangements, identify potential gaps and help ensure your insurance keeps pace as your business, vessels, routes or operations change.
Protect your marine assets
Specialist Hull & Machinery and related covers can help protect valuable vessels and marine equipment against insured risks.
Manage your liabilities
P&I and marine liability insurance can provide protection against a wide range of potentially significant third-party liabilities.
Protect your income
Loss of Hire and other specialist covers can help protect your financial position when an insured event disrupts your marine operations.
Let’s work together
Contact us for a consultation with one of our insurance specialists and experience for yourself how we can help you protect your personal assets or your business.
Our insurance solutions
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Property Owners
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Terrorism
Specialised & Emerging Risks
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