CMR Insurance — Carrier Liability
The CMR Convention is the legal framework defining the carrier's liability for goods in international road transport. CMR insurance secures this legal liability, ensuring obligations are met for any damage or loss in road shipping.
CMR Liability Limits
Under the CMR Convention, the carrier's liability is limited to 8.33 SDR/kg gross weight (~12 USD/kg). For high-value cargo this limit may be insufficient; in those cases All Risks marine cargo insurance is recommended in addition.
Coverage Details
- Damage / loss during transport
- Cargo damage during loading and unloading
- Delay-in-delivery compensation
- Misdelivery and non-delivery
- Theft and robbery (with special clauses)
- Fire, collision, capsizing
Who Needs It?
- International road carriers (TIR operators)
- Logistics companies and freight forwarders
- 3PL (third-party logistics) providers
- Specialised transport operators
Additional Cover
Alongside the standard CMR policy, partner insurers can add delay, additional refrigeration, ADR cargo, alcohol/tobacco valuable goods, customs guarantee coverages tailored to the operational profile. ADR transport requires special CMR clauses.
Related Services
For a CMR policy quote, contact us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CMR insurance and what does it cover?
What is the carrier's liability limit under CMR insurance?
Who needs CMR insurance?
Is CMR insurance alone sufficient for high-value cargo?
What additional coverages can be added to a standard CMR policy?
From the guide: questions about this service
- What is CMR insurance and what does it cover?
- What are the types of logistics insurance?
- How much compensation per kilogram does a carrier pay under CMR?
- What is the difference between CMR insurance and cargo transit insurance?
- What is the CMR Convention and which transport operations does it apply to?
- How is the CMR insurance premium calculated?
- How are CMR insurance and cargo insurance arranged for a truck to Iran?
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