DP World has recently launched a cargo war risk insurance solution designed to address the escalating disruptions along Middle East trade routes.

The program provides end-to-end coverage across the entire supply chain, consolidating air or ocean freight, port storage, and inland transportation under a single policy for comprehensive protection. This breaks with traditional insurance structures that typically cover only one segment of transit, often leaving critical gaps in coverage at key stages.

"This is about solving a real and urgent problem for global trade," said Yuvraj Narayan, CEO of DP World. "Supply chains don't stop at ports or coastlines, and neither should insurance. For the first time, shippers can protect their cargo throughout the journey—even in high-risk environments—through a single policy, facilitating trade when it's needed most."

The solution covers physical loss or damage to cargo caused by war-related risks, including conflict, civil unrest, seizure, and unexploded ordnance. All valid claims are subject to zero deductible.

DP World stated that the product offers flexible coverage options, including full end-to-end protection, standalone policies for ocean, air, or land transport, and automatic port storage coverage for up to 14 days. Coverage limits reach up to $400 million per shipment, with inland transportation segments covered up to $1 million.

The company pointed out that traditional cargo insurance typically excludes war risks or requires separate policies, with coverage often terminating once cargo is unloaded from vessels—leaving significant gaps during port handling and inland transit. In contrast, this new solution ensures continuous protection from the moment cargo enters a war-risk zone until final delivery.

Leveraging its scale and extensive resources in the global insurance market, DP World says it has secured pricing more competitive than standard war risk insurance rates. This move marks the group's accelerated transformation from a port operator into an integrated logistics and supply chain solutions provider, combining operational expertise with financial risk management tools to help clients navigate an increasingly complex global trade environment.