IRA Class 10 · General
Engineering Insurance in Kenya
Contractors all-risk, plant and machinery breakdown cover under IRA Class 10.
What does Engineering Insurance cover?
Engineering insurance includes Contractors All Risks (CAR), Erection All Risks (EAR), machinery breakdown, electronic equipment, boiler and pressure-vessel cover.
Who needs Engineering Insurance?
Construction firms, project owners, plant hirers and factories with critical machinery.
Examples of Engineering Insurance policies in Kenya
- CAR cover for a road project
- Boiler explosion cover
- Electronic equipment cover
Frequently asked questions
Is CAR insurance required for projects in Kenya?
Most public-sector and donor-funded projects require Contractors All Risks plus workmen's compensation before site possession.
Regulation
Engineering Insurance is licensed under Class 10 of the Insurance Act (Cap 487) and supervised by the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA). Only insurers holding a current Class 10 licence may underwrite this cover in Kenya.