TRANSIT INSURANCE SOLUTIONS
About Freight Insurance
Freight Insurance Services International (FIS International) is a 100% independent, Australian-owned insurance broker based in Moorabbin, Melbourne, offering efficient and cost-effective marine and transit insurance solutions. We combine comprehensive cover options with competitive pricing tailored for the logistics, trade and marine industries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy freight insurance online?
Yes. Single transits within Australia, imports and exports, annual transit and home moving cover are priced instantly on our online quoting platform. You can pay securely by card and your policy documents are emailed to you. Carriers, motor, boat and club insurance use a short quote request form, and our brokers come back to you with options.
Do you only insure freight?
No. We arrange:Cargo and transit insuranceCarriers insuranceFreight forwarders liability insuranceMotor insuranceHome removals insuranceBoat insuranceYacht and boat club insuranceBoat dealership and brokerage insuranceAs a division of HWA Insurance Brokers, we can also help with broader business insurance. See our full range of insurance solutions.
What makes FIS International different from buying direct from an insurer?
We are specialist brokers, not an insurer, so we can compare cover from a panel of Australian insurers rather than offering one company’s products. HWA Insurance Brokers is a Steadfast network member, which gives our clients access to Steadfast buying power and policy wordings, and our team supports you if you need to make a claim.
Is FIS International a licensed insurance broker?
Yes. FIS International is a division of HWA Insurance Brokers, the trading name of Haywood Wilkins & Associates (VIC) Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 243534 (ABN 15 098 158 975) and is based in Moorabbin, Victoria. Policies are issued by the insurer named in your policy documents. Our Financial Services Guide explains how we act for you and how we are paid.
Can freight forwarders arrange cover for their clients?
Yes. Freight forwarders can apply for a forwarder account to quote and issue cargo and transit cover for their clients on our online platform, with policy documents produced on the spot. Businesses that want to refer clients to us can join our referrer program instead.
This information is general in nature and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Please read the policy wording and our Financial Services Guide before deciding.







