Insurance checklist

Confirm insurance for the actual machine, route and order

A policy name or a number on a website is not enough. Before accepting a transport, match the documents to the machine value, route, loading method and the parties responsible for each stage.

Carrier liability and cargo insurance answer different questions

Carrier liability insurance concerns the carrier’s liability under its terms and the applicable contract. Cargo insurance may protect the goods on a different basis. Neither label proves that every event, country, loading activity or declared value is covered.

The useful business signal is written confirmation

The decision point is not a generic badge. It is a written match between the current documents and the accepted order, including the route, machine, value and loading conditions.

Insurance scope is confirmed for the specific order.

What to verify in writing

Ask for current documents and compare them with the specific order.

policy holder, insurer and validity period
territorial scope for every country on the planned route
limits, exclusions, deductibles and any sub-limits
whether loading, unloading, storage and parking are within scope
declared machine value and any additional cargo cover required
the notification procedure and documents required after an incident

Prepare evidence before the vehicle moves

photograph the machine and existing damage before loading

record attachments, keys, documents and the agreed condition

check the consignment and order documents before signing

if an incident occurs, secure evidence and follow the confirmed notification procedure

Practical questions

Is the insurance limit published on a website binding?

Do not rely on a marketing page. Ask for the current document and written confirmation that its scope matches the specific order.

Is carrier liability the same as cargo insurance?

No. They can protect different interests and operate under different conditions. The required arrangement depends on the order and the machine value.

What should I send with the transport enquiry?

Send the machine value, dimensions, weight, exact route, loading method and any contractual insurance requirements.

Insurance checks before international machinery transport

Insurance scope is confirmed for the specific order.

Send the machine and route details

We will check the transport data and confirm which insurance documents can be provided for the specific order.

Call: +48 534 531 513 WhatsApp Send email