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Fuel Tanker Insurance

This page provides essential information about Fuel Tanker Insurance, explaining its necessity for businesses transporting fuel and the types of risks it covers, including accidents, spills, and liability, crucial for operational safety and legal compliance.

If you move fuel, you know how important safety is. But even with the best care, accidents can happen. Fuel Tanker Insurance is your crucial safety net, protecting your business and your money if things go wrong on the road. It’s built to cover the special risks that come with transporting fuel.

Transporting fuel isn't like carrying regular goods. You're dealing with a hazardous material that needs special care and, more importantly, special insurance. Fuel Tanker Insurance is designed just for this.

What Does Fuel Tanker Insurance Cover?
This type of insurance protects you from many different problems. Here are the main things it helps with:


  • Accidents on the Road: If your tanker is involved in a collision, this covers damage to your vehicle, other vehicles, and injuries to people.
  • Fuel Spills and Leaks: This is a big one. If fuel spills, it can harm the environment and cost a lot of money to clean up. Your insurance helps pay for the cleanup and any fines or lawsuits that come from it.
  • Damage to Other People's Property: If your tanker accidentally damages someone's building, fence, or other property, this coverage helps pay for the repairs.
  • Injuries to Other People: If someone gets hurt because of your fuel tanker (not just in a collision, but perhaps from a leak or fire), this helps with their medical bills and related costs.
  • Fire and Explosions: Fuel is flammable. This insurance covers damages and losses if there's a fire or explosion involving your tanker.
  • Theft: If your fuel tanker or the fuel it carries is stolen, your policy can help cover the cost of replacement.

Why Your Business Needs This Insurance


  • It's Often Required by Law: Many states and federal rules say you *must* have specific types and amounts of insurance to transport fuel. Without it, you can’t operate legally.
  • Protects Your Money: A major spill or accident can cost hundreds of thousands, even millions, of dollars. Without insurance, your business would have to pay all of that, which could lead to you losing everything.
  • Peace of Mind: Knowing you're covered lets you focus on your business, not constantly worrying about 'what if'.
  • Keeps Your Business Running: If an accident happens, insurance helps you recover faster by covering costs, so you can get back to delivering fuel.
  • Environmental Responsibility: Fuel spills are bad for nature. This insurance helps make sure the environment is cleaned up properly, showing you're a responsible business.

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Cover Options

We can provide different levels of cover for transport operators

Commercial Motor

Third party to comprehensive motor cover.

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Public Liability

Protection for third party property damage or personal injury.

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Downtime

Income whilst your motor vehicle is off the road.

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Marine and Cargo

Protection for goods in transit.

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Personal Accident

Protect your income from injury or sickness.

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Workers Compensation

Protection for your employees and workers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about Fuel Tanker Insurance and General Enquiries

What specifically makes fuel tanker insurance different from regular commercial auto insurance?

Fuel tanker insurance is special because it covers the unique risks of carrying hazardous materials like fuel. Regular commercial auto insurance usually doesn't cover things like expensive fuel spill cleanups or environmental damage liability, which are a huge part of fuel tanker policies.

Is this type of insurance legally required for my business?

Yes, absolutely. Both state and federal laws (especially for interstate transport) have very strict requirements for the amount and type of insurance you must carry when transporting fuel and other hazardous materials. Operating without it can lead to massive fines and your business being shut down.

How can I get a good price on fuel tanker insurance?

To get a good price, insurance companies look at things like your driving record, how long you've been in business, the type of fuel you carry, and the areas you operate in. Keeping a clean driving record, investing in safety training, and shopping around with different insurance providers can help you find the best rates.

What type of truck insurance is available?

Truck insurance typically consists of liability coverage, cargo coverage, comprehensive coverage, and personal accident insurance. We can tailor options to suit you.

What factors affect my premium and quote price?

A few factors that can affect your premium include the type of vehicle you drive, your driving record, the type and amount of coverage you choose, and the amount of your excess also known as a deductible.

How to get cheaper truck insurance?

You can lower your truck insurance premium by increasing your excess, shopping around for the best rate by using us as your insurance broker (we do the work for you!), and maintaining a good driving record.

Who do I contact in a claim?

In the event of an accident or claim, you should contact your us or your insurer right away.

Do I need extra cover when towing other owners trailers?

Yes, if you need full comprehensive coverage on the trailer you will need to list the trailer on your policy. Some policies will include some default coverage up to a certain limit (usually $50,000 to 100,000) but this is usually for a liability aspect only.

Does truck insurance cover fire and theft?

Yes, comprehensive truck insurance policies provide coverage for theft and fire.

Do I need more cover if I'm carting dangerous goods?

Generally speaking, you will need to take out dangerous goods liability coverage for protection. These limits can range so it's important you talk to us.

Am I covered Australia Wide?

It's important to note though that some policies will have radius limits on them depending what you declared when setting up the policy. If you go outside of this radius limit there may be extra excesses applicable or issues in a claim.

Which insurers are available for truck insurance?

Shielded uses quite a few when we quote and compare. These include Zurich, NTI, HMIA, Penn, Global Transport (GT), ATL, CGU, Vero, Hollard, Allianz, and QBE. Keep in mind we're not limited to these insurers, others do exist. It all comes down to what type of truck it is and what the purpose the truck will be used for.