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Marine War Insurance

Annual protection or specific coverage for high‑risk areas when you need it most.

Discover confidence in high-risk situations

Geopolitical tension. Derelict mines. Confiscation. Capture. Today’s perils are constantly evolving. When facing instability, you need more than standard insurance. You need a risk partner that anticipates and protects. You need solutions built on expertise, delivered at speed. That's where our dedicated Marine War team comes in.

What is marine war insurance?

Marine war insurance (also known as war risks insurance or war and strikes insurance) covers perils typically excluded from hull and machinery policies. It protects your people, vessels and cargo against physical loss and liabilities that are a consequence of war related incidents.

With one of the strongest marine war teams in the market and direct access to leading underwriters, we have the expertise and capacity to mitigate even the most complex, urgent risks.

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International understanding, global presence

With our strong market position and decades of experience, we bring powerful access and expertise to every client. You need a global broker that truly understands the global risk landscape. That's Lockton Marine's War team.

Get what you need – even in challenging conditions.

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Stay ahead of risk, not behind it

War risks evolve constantly. We monitor global developments every day, helping clients navigate emerging threats and changing exposures.

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24/7 claims support

Our in-house claims specialists, available 24/7, keep decisions clear, communication sharp, and outcomes moving in the right direction.

From the first notification to negotiation and final settlement, you’ll feel the difference. Our claims specialists are always one step ahead - going above and beyond as they coordinate and negotiate with whoever necessary to settle your claim.

Calm, capable support that is always on your side, all the way.

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The benefits of marine war insurance

Your policy covers:

  • Total loss and damages

  • Hull and freight interest

  • Loss of hire

  • Owner’s liability (P&I) including occupational injuries

  • Cargo

Caused by:

  • War, civil war, revolution, rebellion, insurrection or civil strife

  • Capture, seizure or detainment

  • Derelict mines, torpedoes bombs or derelict weapons of war

  • Terrorist attack

  • Confiscation or expropriation

  • P&I (third party liability) risks from the above perils

Lockton Marine Global War Maps

Hull War, Piracy, Terrorism and Related Perils.‍ Version JWLA-033 as of 3rd March 2026

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