Transport & Distribution Insurance

Comprehensive protection for logistics, warehousing, and goods movement

  • Cover for stock, goods in transit, and storage under your control
  • Protection against the complex liability exposures facing freight and distribution businesses
  • Cover that meets RHA, UKWA, and freight forwarding regulatory requirements

What is transport & distribution insurance?

Transport insurance covers goods movement, storage, and freight forwarding risks including liability for goods under your care.

Transport insurers often focus specifically on logistics businesses and may offer competitive terms and policy options tailored for freight businesses. We work with insurers who understand transport risks and can provide competitive rates with appropriate coverage levels for your freight business.

What transport & distribution insurance covers

Goods in Transit & Storage

Covers goods being transported, stored, or handled in your business. We arrange additional protection for both customer goods and your own stock.

Freight & Logistics Liability

Liability cover for freight forwarding and logistics providers including customer goods liability and third-party claims arising from distribution and logistics activities.

Warehouse & Distribution Centres

Covers warehouse business, including building protection, stored goods liability, equipment cover, and the additional business liabilities associated with goods storage and distribution.

Industry Association & Regulatory Compliance

Specialist protection ensuring compliance with trade body standards including Road Haulage Association and UK Warehousing Association requirements for association members.

Common questions about transport & distribution insurance

If you can’t find an answer to your question, speak to a member of our team on 0113 323 6088

What types of goods and cargo can you provide cover for?

We arrange cover for most standard goods including general cargo, consumer goods, and manufactured products. Specialist items may require additional arrangements.

Do you provide cover for international transport and freight?

Yes, we can arrange cover for international cross-border work, freight forwarding, and international logistics chains that meet international regulatory requirements.

Can you arrange cover for both owned stock and customer goods?

Our transport policies include cover for both your own stock and customer goods under your care, based on your liability arrangements.

Do you work with freight forwarding and logistics trade associations?

We understand RHA, UKWA, and other trade body requirements, ensuring policies meet association standards while providing appropriate business protection.

Logistics insurance that covers every part of your business

Speak to a member of our team on 0113 323 6088