AllCyber insuranceDriver PerformanceEnvironmentalGoods in transitHaulageHealth & safetyMaterial damageMotor vehiclesRisk assessmentTransport All Cyber insurance Driver Performance Environmental Goods in transit Haulage Health & safety Material damage Motor vehicles Risk assessment Transport Understanding Non-Disclosure in Insurance: What You Need to KnowWhen it comes to insurance, transparency is key for everyone involved. Both the client and the broker have a duty to provide insurers with a fair presentation of risk by disclosing all relevant and material facts. This ensures that insurers can correctly assess the level of risk involved and charge […] Read more The Rising Tide of Cyber ThreatsIn today’s digital age, the haulage industry is more connected than ever before. While this connectivity brings numerous benefits, it also opens the door to a growing and often underestimated threat: cyberattacks. As haulage companies increasingly rely on digital systems for logistics, fleet management, and communication, they become prime targets […] Read more Haulage Protect: Transportation Defined – Volume OneWelcome to volume one of our brand new newsletter, Haulage Protect: Transportation Defined. A digital PDF version is available to download here. This volume of Haulage Protect: Transportation Defined contains the following articles: How our experts can cater to your haulage needs The Ascend Academy takes on it’s third year of […] Read more Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) – Driver TrainingThe Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) is a mandatory qualification for professional drivers of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) in many regions, including the European Union and the UK. It ensures that drivers meet professional standards of competence and safety. To maintain their CPC status, drivers must undergo periodic training every […] Read more The Environmental Edge: Green Haulage and Insurance BenefitsThe importance of eco-friendly practices cannot be overstated, and one sector where this shift towards sustainability is making a significant impact is in haulage and transportation. Green haulage, also known as eco-friendly or sustainable haulage, refers to the use of environmentally friendly practices and technologies in the transportation of goods. […] Read more Safe Driving and Haulage Premiums: The Road to Substantial DiscountsIn the world of haulage, safety takes centre stage. It serves not only as a safeguard for your drivers and cargo but also as a route to cost savings. An often-underestimated aspect of safety in the haulage industry is its potential to lead to significant reductions in insurance premiums. In […] Read more Haulage Insurance for the Digital Age: Protecting Your Business from Cyber Threats In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the UK haulage industry, like many others, faces a new set of challenges. As businesses increasingly rely on technology and data for their daily operations, they become vulnerable to cyber threats. Cyber-crime should not be taken lightly. Over 560,000 new cyber threats occur […] Read more Driver Monitoring Systems in the Haulage WorldHaulage Protect offers specialist insurance services from our team of professionals with over 100 years of combined experience in transport and haulage. We cover motor fleet, goods in transit and liabilities as well as many other risks. Managing risk is crucial for haulage companies, and there are many solutions for […] Read more HGV Fleet: Motor insurance payouts reach record high in Q3 2023 – How Do I Navigate This?“These figures underscore how motor insurers deliver when motorists need them the most,” emphasises the director of general insurance policy. In a striking revelation from the Association of British Insurers (ABI), motor insurance payouts for Q3 2023 have soared to a record-breaking £2.54 billion—a substantial 21% increase, marking the highest […] Read more Cheap vs great value haulage insuranceCheap vs great value haulage insurance As you know, the cost in running your haulage business seems to increase year on year. There are some costs that you can strip out of your business, but insurance is not one of them. Working with a specialist haulage broker can ensure you […] Read more Why you Need a Transport Specialist BrokerWhy you Need a Transport Specialist Broker At Ascend we provide transport specialist insurance. We have 100+ combined years of experience in the transport insurance market. We even have an account executive who is an ex-driver himself. Therefore, we have a good insight into the industry and what risks you may face, […] Read more What can Fleets Expect in 2023?What can Fleets Expect in 2023? 2022 was a wild ride for the trucking industry, but as we enter autumn many are wondering what will happen. Sean Storey of Capital Equipment spoke recently at NationaLease, offering his thoughts during their recent Annual Meeting about how he thinks things may play […] Read more Safety Practices Regarding Lithium-Ion BatteriesSafety Practices Regarding Lithium-Ion Batteries Lithium-ion batteries (also known as li-ion batteries) are in many everyday appliances – both in the workplace and the home – and have become commonplace, but they pose a fire risk not everyone may be aware of. Let’s take a closer look at these batteries […] Read more The impact of Bridge StrikesThe impact of Bridge Strikes There are on average over 1900 bridge strikes in the UK per year at an estimated cost of £23m. Bridge Strikes significantly impact your claims experience, including investigation costs, compensation claims from rail companies, and repair costs. However, bridges remain stationary and usually have warning […] Read more Tips to Reduce Your Insurance CostsOur specialist transportation division is able to provide 8 tips to reduce your insurance costs, while keeping enough cover for you and excluding extensions you don’t need. Motor fleet – Haulage Fleet Motor Fleet – Courier Fleet You can arrange for non-standard business placement, such as the carriage of hazardous […] Read more
