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Types of Marine Insurance?

  • Aquaculture Insurance
  • Marine Liabilities
  • Freight Forwarders and Carriers Liability Insurance
  • Stock Throughput Insurance
  • Jewellers Block Insurance
  • Marine Cargo Insurance

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What’s Covered

Brief Coverage

Aquaculture Stock Mortality Insurance provides financial protection to aquaculture farmers against unforeseen losses due to mortality of fish, Shrimps or other aquatic species. This insurance helps mitigate risks associated with disease outbreaks, environmental disasters, mortality or physical loss of aquatic stock as a result of a sudden and unforeseen event. It protects coverage for offshore and onshore farms including hatcheries and grow-out operations with a focus on the main risks fish farmers face.

Types of Species that can be insured

Species that have been covered include Shrimp (Penaeus monodon), Pearl Oysters (Pinctada maxima), European Flat Oyster (Ostrea edulis), Eastern Oyster (Crassostrea virginica), Blue Mussel (Mytilus edulis), Hokkaido Scallop (Patinopecten yessoensis), Sea Cucumber (Apostichopus japonicus), Disk Abalone (Haliotis discuss hannai), Sea Urchin (Strongylocentrotus nudus and Strongylocentrotus intermedius) Sea Bass (Dicentrarchus labrax), Sea Bream (Sparus aurata, Pagrus pagrus and Diplodus puntazzo), Meagre (Argyrosomus regius), Atlantic Salmon (Salmo salar), Coho Salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch), Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss), Siberian Sturgeon (Acipenser baeri), Atlantic Halibut (Hippoglossus hippoglossus), Tilapia (Oreochromisniloticus), Northern Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus thynus), Dusky Kob (Argyrosomus japonicas), Brook Trout (Salvelinus fontinalis), Tiger Grouper (Epinephelus fuscoguttatus) and Barramundi (Lates calcarifer). We offer stock mortality coverage for both offshore and onshore aquaculture.

Coverages
  • Storm
  • Disease
  • Pollution
  • Theft & Malicious acts
  • Predation or physical damage caused by predators or other aquatic organisms
  • Plankton Bloom
  • Storms or other weather-related events like freezing, supercooling or ice damage
  • Accidental damages like Mechanical breakdown or electrical breakdown at onshore farms
  • Changes in water including deoxygenation and salinity
Exclusions
  • Intentional slaughter
  • Malicious or wilful act of the Insured or any director or employee of the Insured
  • Mysterious and/or unexplained shortages and/or losses only discovered at routine grading or sampling and/or harvesting
  • Medical treatment unless such treatment is carried out in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions or under the direction of a licensed aquaculture Veterinarian
  • Gross negligence of the Insured or the Insured’s employees or directors
Equipment Insurance

We also offer coverage for damages to property and equipment including boats, moorings, cages and feed barges on standalone basis. Aquaculture insurance also protects against damages to property, essential equipment and tank and machinery. This includes cages, nets, feeding systems, moorings and other equipment used in fish farming. For example, if a storm damages your fish cages or feeding systems, this coverage can provide compensation for losses incurred for repairs or replacements

Freight Forwarders Liability Insurance provides coverage against liability for loss or damage to cargo during transportation, as well as loss or damage to containers, vehicles, or transport equipment belonging to third parties.

JEWELLERS BLOCK INSURANCE

Jewellers Block Insurance is a comprehensive insurance policy designed specifically for jewellers, covering a wide range of risks associated with the jewellery trade. It provides protection for stock, equipment, and other assets against various perils, whether at the business premises, in transit, or at other locations.

  • Stock Coverage: Protection against loss or damage to jewellery, precious stones, metals, or other stock due to theft, burglary, fire, or other insured perils.
  • Premises Coverage: Covers damage to shop fixtures, fittings, safes, and other equipment caused by fire, natural disasters, or vandalism.
  • Transit Coverage: Safeguards jewellery during transportation, including to and from suppliers, customers, or exhibitions, against risks like theft, loss, or damage.
  • Third-Party Liability: Coverage for legal liabilities arising from accidental injury to customers or damage to their property while on the jeweller’s premises.
  • Exhibition and Display Coverage: Protection for jewellery displayed at trade shows, exhibitions, or other off-site locations.

At Prudent, we understand the unique risks faced by jewellers and offer tailored Jewellers Block Insurance solutions to protect your business from financial losses. Our policies can be customized to cover specific needs, ensuring comprehensive protection for your valuable inventory and operations, whether at your store, in transit, or at external events.

CARGO INSURANCE

Cargo Insurance covers the cost of damaged goods due to unforeseen events during transportation by air or sea. It also protects against financial harm from cargo theft or loss in transit. To ensure comprehensive protection, you need the right marine cargo insurance policy tailored to your specific commodity, voyage, and conditions. We can arrange bespoke coverage for all types of cargo, including oil and gas, food grains, coal, scrap, break bulk shipments, and project cargo.

MARINE LIABILITIES

Marine Liabilities Insurance provides coverage for legal liabilities arising from maritime operations, protecting shipowners, operators, charterers, and other parties involved in the maritime industry. This insurance addresses a wide range of risks associated with the operation of vessels, cargo handling, and related activities.

  • Collision Liability: Covers liabilities arising from collisions between vessels, including damage to another ship, its cargo, or injuries to crew or passengers.
  • Third-Party Property Damage: Protection against claims for damage to third-party property, such as docks, piers, or other vessels, caused by the insured vessel's operations.
  • Personal Injury: Coverage for injuries or fatalities to crew members, passengers, or third parties resulting from vessel operations or accidents.
  • Pollution Liability: Covers costs related to environmental damage, such as oil spills or other pollution incidents caused by the vessel, including clean-up expenses and fines.
  • Cargo Damage or Loss: Liability coverage for loss or damage to cargo carried on the vessel due to negligence or operational errors.
  • Wreck Removal: Protection against costs incurred for the removal of a wrecked vessel when required by authorities.

At Prudent, we offer tailored Marine Liabilities Insurance solutions to meet the specific needs of your maritime operations. Our policies can be customized to cover various vessel types, cargo, and operational scopes, ensuring comprehensive protection against the unique risks faced in the marine industry.

STOCK THROUGHPUT INSURANCE

Stock Throughput Insurance provides comprehensive coverage for goods throughout the entire supply chain, from the point of origin to the final destination, including storage, transportation, and processing. This all-in-one policy is designed to protect businesses from financial losses due to damage, theft, or loss of inventory at any stage of the supply chain, whether in transit or at a warehouse.

  • End-to-End Coverage: Protects goods from the point of procurement through manufacturing, storage, and distribution until they reach the final customer.
  • Transit Protection: Covers loss or damage to goods during transportation by road, sea, air, or rail, including risks like accidents, theft, or natural disasters.
  • Storage Coverage: Safeguards inventory stored at warehouses, distribution centers, or other facilities against perils such as fire, flood, or burglary.
  • Processing Risks: Provides coverage for goods during manufacturing or processing stages, protecting against damage due to equipment failure or operational errors.
  • Business Interruption: Covers loss of profits and additional expenses resulting from disruptions in the supply chain due to insured events.

At Prudent, we understand the complexities of global supply chains and offer customized Stock Throughput Insurance solutions to protect your inventory at every stage. Our policies can be tailored to cover various types of goods, including raw materials, finished products, and high-value commodities, ensuring seamless protection for your business operations.

Disclaimer: Any descriptions of coverage contained in this information sheet are meant to be general in nature and do not include nor are intended to include all of the actual terms, benefits, and limitations found in an insurance policy. For details of coverage, terms, conditions, and exclusions, please refer to the policy wording. The provision of cover is subject to the underwriting criteria that apply at the time. The insurance policy and not this information sheet will form the contract between the parties thereto, and will govern in all cases