How to get the best price for your haulage motor fleet It’s important to engage a broker that has a specialism in your industry, and Ascend has a specialist Transportation and Haulage division which has the knowledge and expertise in your sector – but how can you help and work together with your broker…
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Author: Mackenzie Ward
Brexit – Travelling in Europe in 2021
Travelling in Europe in 2021 The transition period for the UK to leave the EU ends on 31 December 2020. What does this mean for insurance abroad in 2021. Unless an agreement is reached, it is likely there will be a legal requirement to carry a physical document known as a Green Card when…
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5 Cyber Risks Facing the Logistics Industry
Cyber risks that face the logistics industry Threats targeting the transportation and logistics sector can come from many sources: criminals, terrorist groups, hacktivists, disgruntled or former employees, nation sales, competitors, traditional network operation mistakes, and many more. However, there is cover to help with many of these threats included within a Cyber insurance policy.…
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New commercial vehicle scrappage scheme launched
New commercial vehicle scrappage scheme launched A new heavy vehicle scrappage scheme has been launched in London ahead of the introduction of tighter emissions standards for the Low Emission Zone (LEZ), which comes into force from March 1, 2021. More than 100 organisations have already pre-registered interest in the scheme, which will operate on a…
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Cyber claims
Cyber Insurance Why some claims are not paid? The cyber insurance market has grown significantly in recent years. This is a trend which has continued through 2020, with new buyers coming into the market and existing buyers looking at expanded programmes. Whilst the overall awareness and knowledge of cyber insurance has improved, there is a lack…
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Major mobile phone law change in 2021
Major mobile phone law change in 2021 The Government has announced plans to significantly tighten up the ban on using mobiles phones whilst driving. The changes will come into effect in 2021. In short, the current law: · is out of date – mobile phones today are no longer just used for calls and…
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New division to help larger businesses consider insuring in a new way
New division to help larger businesses consider insuring in a new way Chelmsford-based insurance broker, Ascend Broking, has established a new arm to its award-winning business, as it endeavours to help clients of a certain size in Essex, London and beyond consider a new way of insuring their risks. – The idea is, larger…
Read more The importance of looking after your drivers
Looking after your drivers should be one of your main priorities Mental health used to be a very taboo subject but now discussions about mental health are a much more common, positive thing. Without positive mental health conversations and care, firms could lose a lot of good people and good drivers, not to mention the…
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About the direct vision standard & HGV safety permit
All you need to know about the direct vision standard and HGV safety permit From 1st March 2021 (postponed from October 2020 due to COVID), all goods vehicles over 12 tonnes will require a permit to drive into Greater London. This includes vehicles from outside of the UK. Enforced by Transport for London (TfL), the…
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Hauliers Liability – The importance of arranging the correct cover for your business
Hauliers Liability – The importance of arranging the correct cover for your business Simon Horton, Transportation Director at Ascend Broking takes a look at a hauliers responsibility for customers goods whilst they are in your care, custody or control. Hauliers are liable for loss or damage to goods at Common Law unless you operate…
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