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High Value Coverage
- Cover up to $500,000 in declared value — serious coverage for serious cargo.
- 20x more protection than standard carrier coverage
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Multi-Carrier Protection
Full coverage across Truck, Ocean, and Air — one solution for all modes.
Flexibility built-in — cover full loads or partials with the same seamless protection.
Protect Your Profits
Full financial backup for loss or damage — protect margins on every shipment.
Fast, hassle-free claims process — no endless paperwork, no runaround.
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Why Choose RailGateway for Shipping Insurance:
Up to $500K in Coverage – 20x the carrier limits
Protect High-Value Freight – Avoid major financial setbacks
Faster Claims – Settle issues 2× faster than standard carriers
Simple, Flat Pricing – Easy-to-understand premiums
All Modes, All Carriers – Truck, ocean, or air — you’re protected
Boost Customer Confidence – Show your customers you care
FAQs
Freight or cargo shipping insurance protects the value of your goods while in transit against loss, theft, or damage. Whether you’re shipping domestically or internationally, our coverage ensures peace of mind that your cargo is financially protected.
Standard carrier liability is often limited and may not fully cover the value of your shipment. Purchasing cargo insurance offers full-value protection so you’re not left out-of-pocket in the event of unexpected damage or loss.
- Full Truckload (FTL)
- Less-than-Truckload (LTL)
- Intermodal (rail + truck)
- International ocean and air freight
- High-value or fragile goods
- Declared value of the shipment
- Type of cargo
- Mode of transport (rail, truck, ocean, or air)
- Destination and origin
- Risk level associated with the cargo
- Loss or theft during transit
- Physical damage due to handling or accidents
- Natural disasters affecting transit (with some exceptions)
- Loading/unloading incidents (in most cases)
- Improper packaging
- Pre-existing damage
- Delays not resulting in loss or damage
- War, strikes, or government action (unless specifically included)
- Unauthorized shipments (e.g., restricted or prohibited goods)
- Notify RailGateway as soon as possible.
- Provide supporting documents: bill of lading, photos of packaging and damage, commercial invoice, and proof of value.
- Submit the claim within the timeframe outlined in your policy (usually within 30 days of delivery or expected delivery).
No, you can choose to insure shipments individually or set up a blanket policy for ongoing protection across all shipments. We’ll work with you to find the most cost-effective and protective solution for your business.
- Competitive rates
- Full-value coverage
- Fast and easy claims process
- Dedicated support
- Custom options for high-value, fragile, or time-sensitive cargo
- One-stop-shop for intermodal logistics + insurance
You can request a shipping insurance quote by clicking on the “Get a Quote” directly through our website, or contact our customer support team for personalized assistance. We’ll walk you through the process and make sure you’re fully protected before your freight is on the move.
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