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Insurance cover for goods and shipments throughout South Africa

Cargo Insurance - Transfer the risk

Tailored cargo insurance to safeguard your business across all transport modes

Comprehensive Cargo insurance solutions

At DSV, we understand the complexities of transporting goods across various modes. Our comprehensive cargo insurance solutions are designed to provide peace of mind, ensuring your shipments are protected against unforeseen events. With all-risk coverage, competitive premiums, and efficient claims handling, we offer tailored insurance options to meet the unique needs of South African businesses.

The unpredictability of transporting goods via sea, air, or road introduces uncertainties that can have a profound and immediate impact on your business. Unforeseen circumstances possess the potential to disrupt operations and bring about significant consequences.

Laws and international conventions dictate that your freight forwarder has only limited liability. So, it is up to you to insure the unforeseen. With the DSV Cargo Insurance, you as a DSV account holding customer can easily transfer the risk from you to us - and stay in business.

We offer comprehensive coverage options to our customers that allows you protect your business against unexpected circumstances, quick and hassle-free.

  • Containership on the ocean Manage the unforeseen

    Incidents happen when goods are transported. Unavoidable perils, hazards, accidents, or even human errors often cause damage.

    DSV Cargo Insurance will protect your potential loss in case the unforeseen happens while your goods are in transit.

  • Truck on the road Safeguard your business

    National and international laws and conventions limit a freight forwarder's liability. Entitling you to relatively small compensation.

    With freight insurance, you will be fully compensated in case of damage, theft, or loss in relation to the value for which the item is insured. Safeguarding your business.

  • Containerships in the ocean at the harbor Simplify the process

    Getting the right cargo insurance shouldn't be difficult. With DSV, you receive tailored shipping insurance that matches your needs.

    Fast claims handling, no deductible, and all-risk coverage ensure the protection of goods in the event of loss or damage.

    DSV's insurance option is available to customers with active accounts.

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Are you looking to transfer the risk on your next shipment? Then, DSV Cargo Insurance can cover that.

Get the complete cargo insurance package with DSV

  • All-risk coverage

    The most comprehensive insurance for cargo available. Covers the value of goods and freight, plus 10% expected revenue without any deductible or excess.

  • Fast and efficient claims handling

    Professional claims settlement from submission of required documentation.

  • Competitive premium

    Standardized rates on newly packaged general merchandise. A low-cost alternative to a true open policy.

  • General average

    Coverage is included at no additional cost for General Average losses or expenses.

  • Insurance coverage

    DSV Cargo Insurance allows access to coverage up to 500,000 EUR per shipment. Talk with a representative if your shipment value is more.

  • Special rates

    Whether you are insuring hazardous cargo or fine art, DSV Cargo Insurance provides access to global insurance markets under special terms and rates.

Please find a description of the standard Cargo Insurance Cover offered by DSV. Go to Cargo Insurance Cover  (IPID) .

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Any questions? Our experts are ready to help. Get in touch and we'll find the solution you need. 0861 462 884 Contact us online