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MEO CLASS 1 · ORAL QUESTION 39

What is Bank guarantee? Why it is required? For which type of Insurance?

Answer

Bank guarantee: It is a financial security / guarantee on behalf of his customer in case the latter refuses to pay his legal dues.

It is a part of the GA security (from the cargo owner to the shipowner) that is submitted along with G.A Bond

Bank Guarantee- This is required when the cargo is uninsured or when cargo Insurance company is doubtful to pay their due contribution.

Types of Insurance- Liability cover demand e.g- CLC, Bunker etc.