Annual Marine Cargo Insurance: what to consider
An annual marine programme on this page brings recurring cargo shipments into an agreed framework. Instead of treating every movement as an unrelated enquiry, establish the goods, routes, values and reporting arrangements expected during the policy year. Qualification is determined by the contract, not simply by the existence of an annual policy.
Forecast throughput and peak exposure
Provide expected annual declared cargo value as well as maximum value on one shipment and at one location. Annual throughput informs the scale of activity, while conveyance and location limits control concentrated exposure. Explain seasonal peaks and unusually large movements.
Agree how declarations work
Confirm which shipments must be reported, when reports are due and whether movements require prior approval. Changes in goods, routes, packing or counterparties can take a shipment outside the agreed scope. Maintain records that reconcile with invoices and declarations.
Cover to discuss for Annual Marine Programme
- Recurring eligible cargo transits within the agreed annual programme.
- Defined conveyance, location and territorial limits.
- A stated declaration, reporting and premium-adjustment process.
Limits, exclusions and related cover
An annual arrangement is not unrestricted insurance for every shipment. Undeclared or out-of-scope risks, excessive accumulations, storage extensions and war risks must be checked. Minimum or deposit premiums and later adjustments may apply if specified in the quotation.
Prepare your Annual Marine Programme enquiry
- Estimated annual cargo value by commodity and trade route.
- Maximum shipment / location values, storage needs and shipping frequency.
- Declaration process, prior policy terms and cargo claims experience.
Start your Annual Marine Programme application and save the information securely. For an existing incident, use the Claims Centre and follow the reporting requirements in your policy.
Annual Marine Programme pricing and quotation
Instant indicative estimate: 0.08% of annual declared cargo value per year. No prior approval is needed to use the calculator or start an application. Final cover and premium are confirmed through underwriting.
Indicative premium estimate only. Final premium and coverage are subject to underwriting approval, vessel specifications, route, claims history, policy limits, deductibles, capacity availability and final policy terms.
Calculate Annual Marine Programme PremiumRelated insurance for this exposure
- Marine Cargo — Cover enquiries for goods in transit, from loading to final delivery.
- Voyage Insurance — Present a defined voyage, cargo and period for specialist consideration.
- High-Value Energy Cargo — Bespoke enquiries for significant energy shipments and concentrated values.
Further reading: Voyage Marine Insurance vs Annual Marine Insurance
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Page updated . Specific cover is determined by the agreed policy wording and binding confirmation.