Merx provides real
insurance solutions to Transporters
About Us
Established in November 2009, Merx Underwriting Managers specialises in Heavy Commercial Vehicles and also offers solutions for Goods in Transit as well as a range of value-added products.
We provide a full underwriting, claims, and claims recovery function for the Heavy Commercial Vehicle market.
We are a dedicated, professional team with a combined experience of more than 100 years in our areas of expertise.
Merx Underwriting Managers is an Authorised Financial Services Provider, FSP No: 42991.
Our Insurer
The oldest insurance company in South Africa, Old Mutual Insure has a history dating back more than 175 years. It is one of the leading companies in southern Africa’s non-life insurance landscape, with a tradition of service and quality. We are proud of the fact that we have a full binder facility with a short-term insurer of OMI’s exceptional stature. Our exclusive agreement with OMI ensures underwriting of HCV and related business on their behalf. OMI is a shareholder in our company and are represented on our board.
Old Mutual Insure is an Authorised Financial Services Provider, FSP No: 12.
Our Products
Heavy Commercial Vehicle (HCV)
Cover for loss/damage to vehicles and equipment due to accidents, fire, hail, theft, hijacking.
Goods in Transit (GIT)
Value Added Products (VAPs)
24-hour Emergency Call Centre
Roadside assistance and accident management covering a variety of vehicles.
Merx Protect for Drivers
This cover is designed to protect employees in the event of an accident which leads to injury or death.
Spillage and Clean-up
Cover for Non Hazardous, Side Tank, and Riot & Strike related spillages and clean-up.