Recent LA cargo thefts highlight a growing trend

Changes in theft patterns from the same quarter last year highlight a trend away from ‘on the move’ targets, to locations where cargo is temporarily stored and delivered

Climate change increasing cargo risk

Meteorological events, particularly in British Columbia's Lower Mainland recently, highlight the increasing incidence of extreme weather such as unprecedented rainfall, tidal surges and wind microbursts

Cargo insurance for Canadian shippers

AI-powered coverage for NFP's Canadian clients shipping transit inland and around the world for all types of cargo

A mirage in the desert?

The illusion and reality of risk management and cargo claims

Egypt expects $1 billion in damages over Ever Given

Amount takes into account the salvage operation, costs of stalled traffic, and lost transit fees

Now that Ever Given freed, shippers should brace for lingering effects

Should prepare for ongoing delays and possible rate increases

Probe into Suez Canal blockage begins

Egyptian government officials, insurers, shippers wait for details about what caused the Ever Given to become wedged

Insurance provider for logistics industry

Amwins Specialty Logistics Underwriters (ASLU) is expanding into the Canadian market

Shippers urged to pack goods properly

Two thirds of cargo damage caused or exacerbated by poor practices packing goods into a freight container

Suppliers reluctant to ship goods without credit insurance

Many insurers will only provide protection on orders to big box stores and others that have been able to withstand the pandemic