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Special Cargo Insurance

Unlike standard transport insurance, special cargo insurance covers shipments with extraordinary risks—perishables, artworks, pharmaceuticals, hazardous materials, or similarly sensitive goods.

Last updated: 11 June 2026Published: 19 June 2025

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