Coverage Options for Container Transporters
A complete insurance plan protects vehicles, trailers, liability, and the containers and goods entrusted to you across the supply chain.
Commercial Auto Liability
Required by law; covers injury or property damage caused by trucks or trailers.
Cargo Liability
Protects containers and contents against theft, damage, fire, or loss in transit.
Physical Damage Coverage
Covers trucks, trailers, and equipment against collision, fire, vandalism, or theft.
Trailer Interchange Coverage
Covers liability when using non-owned trailers under interchange agreements.
Warehouse Liability
Essential if containers are temporarily stored in warehouses or terminals.
Downtime & Rental Reimbursement
Covers replacement equipment or lost income if trucks are out of service.
Why Businesses Trust Qubit for Container & Cargo Transportation Insurance
Independent brokerage — We compare multiple freight insurers for competitive terms. Compliance expertise — We manage SAAQ, CTQ, and MCS-90 filings so you stay operational. Tailored coverage — Protects the full journey across land, air, rail, ocean, and warehousing. Local advantage — Montreal-based, bilingual support with Quebec regulatory knowledge. Claims support — From initial report to settlement, minimizing downtime. Licensed & trusted — Regulated by the AMF.
Tips for Reducing Container Insurance Costs
Control risk and improve pricing without cutting essential protection.
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Compare Markets
Use a broker to shop multiple insurers.
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Strengthen Safety Programs
Training and telematics can lower premiums.
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Verify Compliance
Keep SAAQ, CTQ, and MCS-90 current to avoid disruptions.
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Insurance Requirements for Container Transport in Quebec
Quebec imposes strict requirements: SAAQ filings, CTQ permits, U.S. MCS-90 for cross-border, and client contract limits. Qubit aligns coverage with all applicable standards so you can operate without delays.
Why Choose Qubit Insurance?
Because we’ve been insurance customers too, we understand the pain points and focus on what truly matters most.
Exceptional Service
Claims Support
Availability to Help
Competitive Prices
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What Affects the Cost of Container Insurance
The cost of shipping container insurance depends on your unique business profile. Due to the recent high claim ratio in Cargo Containers, costs for cargo insurance have gone up—often about 5% higher than general freight transported in dry van trailers.
- Driver history and claims record
- Equipment value and condition
- Type of cargo and risk profile
- Routes, distances, and cross-border operations
- Storage/warehousing exposures
- Safety programs, training, and compliance
Documents Required for Settlement
- Active insurance policy documents
- Bill of Lading (BOL)
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Photos or surveyor reports of damage
- Police/accident reports where applicable
- Warehouse receipts (if loss occurred during storage)
- Driver statements and logbooks
Qubit's claims team guides you through documentation to help ensure fast, fair settlements.
Real Situations Where Container Insurance Helps
- Highway collision damages truck and container contents — cargo insurance responds
- Warehouse fire damages stored containers — freight policy covers client cargo
- Container theft at a rest stop — physical damage and cargo coverage handle losses
- Client requires higher limits to award a contract — we arrange upgrades (subject to underwriting)
- Train derailment or port flooding damages containers — cargo liability addresses losses
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