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Goods Transit Insurance

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In the UK, goods in transit insurance, also known as GIT insurance, provides financial protection for businesses that transport goods. It covers your property if it’s lost, stolen, damaged, or not delivered while being moved. This insurance can be crucial for businesses that regularly move valuable goods, offering peace of mind against potential financial losses. 
 
Here’s a more detailed look at what it covers and why it’s important:
What it covers:
  • Loss, damage, or theft of goods in transit:
    This includes damage during accidents or mishandling, as well as theft of the goods.
  • Delayed delivery:
    If the goods are delayed due to unforeseen circumstances, some policies may cover consequential losses.
  • Consequential losses:
    In some cases, policies may cover losses that result from the delayed or damaged delivery of goods. 
     
Why it’s important:
  • Financial protection:
    It helps businesses recover from unexpected financial losses resulting from the loss, damage, or theft of goods in transit. 
     
  • Peace of mind:
    Knowing that goods are protected while being transported can reduce stress and worry for businesses. 
     
  • Protection for various businesses:
    It can be beneficial for couriers, delivery services, companies moving stock between sites, and warehouses collecting goods for storage. 
     
Important considerations:
  • Vehicle insurance is separate:
    Goods in transit insurance doesn’t replace vehicle insurance, which covers the vehicle itself. 
     
  • Policies vary:
    It’s important to compare different policies and understand what is and isn’t covered to ensure you have adequate protection. 
     
  • Exclusions:
    Policies typically have exclusions, such as theft from an unattended vehicle (unless locked and keys removed) or inadequate packing