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UPS expands transport insurance

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UPSCapital, a subsidiary of the express carrier, is expanding its transport insurance offering in the UK and Germany.

The business will now deliver cargo insurance options for all industries, including: healthcare, luxury jewellery and high-value shipments.”

“A recent UPS study in Germany and the UK showed the risk of goods being lost or damaged during transport is the top concern of exporters,[1]” said Jorge Navarro, vice president of UPS Capital Europe. “UPS Capital heard the concerns of exporters and now offers more ways to reduce risk for companies with global supply chains.”

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