Real damage rates, theft frequency, total-loss data and what marine insurance actually covers. An honest UK shipper's view of car-shipping risk.
Roughly 1 per 2,500 sailings industry-wide. Each loss is a major news event precisely because it is rare. Modern PCTCs are purpose-built for vehicle cargo with weather-tight decks, fire suppression and watertight bulkheads.
Note the damage on the destination delivery receipt before signing, photograph it, and file a claim with the marine insurer within 7 days. Reputable forwarders handle the claim paperwork on your behalf.
Container is marginally safer (0.2% damage vs 0.4% on RORO in our data) and effectively eliminates theft risk. RORO is cheaper and faster for routine cars on busy lanes.
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