DP World has introduced a first-of-its-kind cargo war risk insurance solution aimed at helping businesses maintain supply chain continuity across increasingly complex Middle East trade routes, where conventional insurance coverage has become fragmented, expensive, and in some cases unavailable.

The newly launched solution is designed to provide continuous protection across the entire supply chain, covering cargo from ocean or air transit through port storage and inland transportation. This approach addresses critical gaps commonly associated with traditional insurance models, which typically cover only a single leg of a shipment’s journey.

By leveraging its global scale and long-standing relationships within international insurance markets, DP World has secured pricing that is reported to be significantly more competitive than standard war risk insurance premiums.

According to Yuvraj Narayan, Group CEO of DP World, the initiative responds directly to a pressing challenge facing global trade. He noted that supply chains extend far beyond ports and coastlines, and insurance solutions must evolve accordingly. The programme allows cargo owners to access a single policy that protects shipments throughout the entire logistics journey, including operations within high-risk regions.

The insurance solution covers physical loss or damage arising from war-related risks, including armed conflict, civil unrest, seizure, and damage caused by derelict weapons. All valid claims are settled with zero deductible.

Available to companies trading in or through the Middle East, the programme is intended to support uninterrupted trade flows across major regional corridors, including the Arabian Gulf, the Red Sea, and connected inland transport routes.

Key features of the programme include:

• End-to-end protection covering ocean or air freight through to inland delivery
• Standalone ocean, air, or land transit policies
• Automatic port storage coverage for up to 14 days
• Coverage limits of up to US$400 million per shipment and US$1 million per inland movement

The flexible structure enables cargo owners to adapt quickly to changing operational conditions and shifting trade routes.

As an example, a shipment travelling from Asia into Jebel Ali and onward by truck to an inland destination would typically face insurance gaps under traditional policies, particularly during port storage and inland transportation. Under DP World’s integrated solution, a single policy remains active throughout the entire movement, from entry into the war-risk zone through to final delivery.

The launch comes at a time when traditional cargo insurance providers frequently exclude war-related risks or require separate policies for different stages of transportation. In many cases, coverage ends once cargo is discharged at port, leaving businesses exposed during handling, storage, and inland transit. Carrier liability also generally excludes war-related losses.

DP World’s new offering is intended to close these gaps by delivering continuous, comprehensive protection throughout the supply chain.

The solution further strengthens DP World’s integrated logistics portfolio and reflects the company’s broader strategy of expanding beyond traditional port and terminal operations. By combining operational expertise with financial risk management solutions, the company is positioning itself as a comprehensive end-to-end supply chain partner capable of supporting customers in challenging trading environments.

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