Specialty & Niche Cargo

Art & Antiques Cargo Insurance

Specialised cover for {label} shipments — built for the real risks of your trade lane.

Fine art, sculptures and antiques are irreplaceable and require specie-grade cover with nail-to-nail protection. CIO partners with specialty fine art insurers to provide cover for galleries, dealers, collectors and museums.

What's covered

Nail-to-nail cover

Continuous cover from origin wall to destination wall, including handling.

Agreed value basis

Pre-agreed valuations remove disputes at claim time.

Exhibitions and loans

Cover for works on temporary loan, exhibition or consignment.

Risks we protect against

  • Accidental damage during handling and installation
  • Depreciation after restoration (with conditions)
  • Theft, pilferage and non-delivery
  • Accidental damage in transit
  • Loading and unloading mishaps
  • Weather, water and contamination damage
  • Fire, explosion and collision
  • General Average and salvage charges

Why insure with CIO

  • Instant online quote in under 2 minutes
  • A+ rated global insurers backing every policy
  • All-risk cover on ICC (A) wording where available
  • Door-to-door protection across air, sea, road and rail
  • Digital certificates issued in real time
  • Dedicated claims support — paid in days, not months

Insure your {label} shipment today

Get a tailored quote in minutes — no paperwork, no waiting, full digital certificate on confirmation.