cargo insurance

[ˈkɑrɡoʊ ɪnˈʃʊrəns]
nounpl: cargo insurances
seguro de carga
1. Insurance coverage that protects goods and merchandise in transit against loss, damage, theft, or other specified perils during shipment by land, sea, or air
The exporting company purchased cargo insurance to protect their shipment of electronics across the Atlantic.
A empresa exportadora contratou seguro de carga para proteger seu carregamento de eletrônicos através do Atlântico.
2. A type of marine or transportation insurance that covers the liability and risk of goods while they are being transported
Cargo insurance is essential when shipping valuable items internationally.
O seguro de carga é essencial ao enviar itens valiosos internacionalmente.
In Brazil, cargo insurance is a critical component of the logistics and import-export industries. Companies operating in the São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro ports frequently use this service. The insurance is often required by banks as a condition for letters of credit in international transactions. In the USA, cargo insurance is standard practice in international commerce and is frequently required by contracts and financing agreements.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
marine cargo insurancefreight insurancegoods in transit insurancecargo protection
Antonyms / Antônimos
uninsured shipmentself-insured cargo

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
seguro de carga
Most common term used in Brazilian commerce and logistics
São Paulo
seguro de frete/seguro de mercadoria em trânsito
Commercial hub uses both terms, with emphasis on freight insurance
Rio de Janeiro
seguro de carga marítima
Often emphasizes maritime aspect due to port activities
Portugal
seguro de carga/seguro de transporte
Uses similar terminology; 'seguro de transporte' also common

Related Words

maritime insurancebill of ladingimport/exportliabilitydeductiblepremiumloss adjustmentrisk assessment

Related Idioms & Phrases

to cover one's cargo
insured against all risks
full coverage shipment
on the policy
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