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Best Rail Infrastructure Insurance Firms in USA

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Published: January 2, 2026 | Verified by: Ted Scheiman & Rob Watts

Executive Summary

We analyzed 5 solutions. Top Recommendation: Insurance by AXA XL scored highest due to Best for freight and passenger railroads, commuter/light rail authorities, track owners, and rail contractors. Offers FELA, Track Owners GL, Force Account and Railroad Protective Liability with dedicated rail claims and risk consulting; admitted/excess options for North America. [1](https://axaxl.com/insurance/products/railroad-liability) [2](https://axaxl.com/insurance/products/umbrella-and-excess-liability).

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Side-by-Side Comparison

Feature#1 Insurance (AXA XL)#2 Business Insurance (Chubb)#3 Ironshore Specialty and Excess & Surplus Insurance (Liberty Mutual Insurance (Ironshore))#4 Risk Control Services (Travelers)#5 Great American Risk Solutions (Great American Insurance Group)
Best ForBest for freight and passenger railroads, commuter/light rail authorities, track owners, and rail contractors. Offers FELA, Track Owners GL, Force Account and Railroad Protective Liability with dedicated rail claims and risk consulting; admitted/excess options for North America. [1] [2]Best for short line and regional railroads, railcar lessors/lessees, contractors, and excursion operators. Delivers up to $25M capacity with FELA, RRP and tailored GL; offered through Chubb’s Tracks program via wholesale/retail brokers. [1] [2]Best for freight/passenger rail operators, railcar lessors, tourist/excursion rail, and track/maintenance contractors needing broad, high‑limit coverage. Provides RR liability, RRP, GL and property up to $10M and liability up to $25M on claims‑made or occurrence forms. [1] [2]Best for contractors performing work within 50 feet of railroad property who must meet railroad‑imposed RRP requirements. Admitted, stand‑alone coverage using ISO/RIMA forms with typical 2/6 or 5/10 limits; widely required by railroads for right‑of‑way work. [1] [2]Best for construction contractors working on or near railroad rights‑of‑way needing project‑specific protection that covers the railroad’s third‑party liability and property damage. Typical 2/6 or 5/10 limits and job‑term policies with straightforward underwriting. [1] [2]
Coverage BreadthNorth American program includes railroad liability (incl. FELA, FRS/BOL) and excess (occurrence/claims‑made), primary rail equipment liability (lessees), contingent rail equipment liability (lessors), Track Owners GL, Force Account Liability, Railroad Protective Liability (primary/excess), and CGL for rail contractors (primary/excess). (axaxl.com)Broad commercial P&C lines: property, general liability, auto, workers’ compensation, umbrella/excess, plus cyber and professional liability. Industry-specific offerings include railroad (FELA, RPL) with capacity up to $25M. Multinational programs via owned operations in 54 countries and a managed network spanning 170+ countries. (chubb.com)Coverage spans Commercial Railroad Liability; Railroad Protective Liability; General Liability; Railroad Property; Excess liability (property and liability); Railcar lessors (contingent liability); and Tourist railroad liability. Limits include primary GL up to $5M, primary/excess up to $25M, and property up to $10M. (business.libertymutual.com)Broad, multi-industry breadth: on-site, online, and on‑demand services. Specialized consultants cover fire protection, product safety/liability, transportation/fleet, ergonomics, equipment breakdown, industrial hygiene, and slips/trips/falls. 1, 000+ online tools/training. Jurisdictional inspections across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico via National Board, commissioned staff. (travelers.com)Project-specific RRP covering the railroad’s liability for third‑party bodily injury and property damage, plus damage to property owned or leased by the railroad; applies only to ongoing operations at the designated job site; excludes the contractor and completed operations. (greatamericaninsurancegroup.com)
Liability LimitsUp to $50M liability capacity for Rail coverage via AXA XL’s North America Excess Casualty unit (umbrella/excess). (axaxl.com) Specific per-occurrence/aggregate limits for Railroad Liability are not listed on the product page. (axaxl.com)Up to $25 million liability capacity for Chubb’s Tracks railroad program. (chubb.com) For Railroad Protective Liability, typical limits are $2M each occurrence/$6M aggregate or $5M/$10M, with up to $25M total capacity. (chubb.com)Primary and excess liability: up to $25M (excluding primary general liability). Primary general liability: up to $5M. (business.libertymutual.com)Typical limits: $2M per occurrence / $6M aggregate or $5M per occurrence / $10M aggregate; higher limits available. (travelers.com)Typical limits: $2M per occurrence / $6M aggregate; higher limits available case-by-case for additional premium. (greatamericaninsurancegroup.com)
Specialized Support ServicesSpecialized support: rail-focused Risk Consulting and dedicated claims expertise; XL GlobalClaim portal for claims; SiteForward risk management portal with client resources/training; plus a multinational client portal with real‑time program insights. (axaxl.com)Dedicated rail practice with specialized underwriters; professional claims and loss control team; 24/7 rail claims services. (chubb.com) Enterprise risk engineering via an in-house network of nearly 500 global risk engineers providing tailored risk consulting and loss mitigation programs. (chubb.com)- 24/7 environmental incident response via hotline and Enviro Response app: real‑time access to Ironshore claims, geolocation, consultant panel, regulatory reporting. (business.libertymutual.com) - 24/7 cyber breach hotline and Cyber Response app with preapproved incident‑response panel and rapid containment. (business.libertymutual.com) - Dedicated Ironshore claims email/wholesale contacts; program risk‑control resources. (business.libertymutual.com)Dedicated specialists in fire protection, product safety/liability, transportation/fleet, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, equipment breakdown and injury management. (travelers.com) Industrial Hygiene Laboratory offers sampling/analysis support, training, helpline and Pump Loan Plus equipment. (travelers.com) Online risk tools and virtual training available via MyTravelers. (travelers.com)Dedicated, product-specific claims teams with average 15 years’ experience; 10-year tenure; many hold CPCU/AIC and JD credentials. Claims and underwriting collaborate. (greatamericaninsurancegroup.com) Broker support via Producer Relations contact. (greatamericaninsurancegroup.com) Agent Portal offers account access, reports, and billing/claims information. (greatamericaninsurancegroup.com)
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AXA XLCompany Information

AXA XL is a leading provider of P&C global commercial insurance offering insurance and reinsurance to enterprises of every kind and size. AXA XL helps you take your business further.

Industry: Insurance
Type: public
Employees: over-10K
Founded: 1986
Location: Hamilton, HA
Revenue: over 1b
Stock: XL (NYSE)
Phone: +1 800-327-1414

Keywords

commercial insurance
reinsurance
risk management
property insurance
casualty insurance
cyber insurance
insurance
business solutions
global presence

Description

AXA XL is the P&C and Specialty division of AXA, providing Re/Insurance to mid-sized and multinational companies, and some high-net-worth individuals.

What They Do

AXA XL provides insurance and reinsurance solutions, risk consulting, and innovative risk management services.

Who They Serve

Mid-sized and multinational companies, as well as high-net-worth individuals.

Key Value Propositions

Strong financial stability
Global scale
Flexibility in structuring programs
Technical expertise
Exceptional claims experience

What Customers Say

"AXA XL demonstrates strong financial stability and service capabilities while investing time to understand us, which are key criteria for us."

Risk Manager

"They take time to understand our business and needs and generally responsive to those. They do what we need everywhere we need it and do a good job of putting a team behind it."

Risk Manager

"AXA XL is much better than their peers on each of our carrier choice criteria: global scale, flexibility on how we structure programs, strong technical expertise and ability to execute all types of administrative actions."

Risk Manager

"AXA XL stands for partnership and continuity, always willing to be a partner and to provide solutions to ensure business continuity."

Risk Manager

"Their bench is deep, with lots of talented people, that are not just smart, but people you can enjoy spending time with and for some, even call them friends."

Risk Manager

"AXA XL stands for integrity, financial strength, care about customer, value personal relationship and long-term strategic partner."

Risk Manager

"AXA XL Claims is one of the most professional, courteous, and skilled teams I work with. Thank you!"

Broker

"AXA XL Claims professionals are always prompt in their responses and understanding in how a large company manages their claims."

Risk Manager

"From the first call to AXA XL claims, my experience was as positive and as pleasant as it could possibly be in these circumstances. Thank you!"

Insured

Target Customers

Mid-sized companies
Multinational companies
High-net-worth individuals

Industries Served

Architects & Engineers
Aviation & Aerospace
Construction
Consumer Goods & Services
Education & Public Entities
Energy
Entertainment & Leisure
Equine, Livestock & Aquaculture
Financial Services
Fine Art Insurance
Food & Beverage
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Manufacturing
Marine & Logistics
Professional Services
Real Estate
Technology
Transportation

Contact Information

Summary

AXA XL’s Railroad Liability provides a wide range of rail‑specific coverages, from primary and excess liability to Railroad Protective Liability and Track Owners General Liability. It serves freight railroads, transit/commuter systems, track owners, rail contractors, and equipment lessors/lessees.

Key Features

  • Coverage in more than 200 countries and territories
  • Award-winning captive solutions
  • Primary and excess casualty insurance
  • Flexible construction coverages and risk engineering
  • Full suite of cyber insurance solutions
  • Environmental insurance expertise
  • Excess & Surplus (E&S) solutions for unique risks
  • Multinational/global program capabilities
  • Professional liability coverage
  • Property insurance for commercial assets
  • Specialty insurance (aviation, marine, fine art, etc.)
  • Structured risk and (re)insurance solutions
  • Delegated authority and program business
  • Wholesale insurance for complex or non-standard risks
  • Customized risk management and consulting

Key Benefits

  • Global reach and local expertise
  • Comprehensive coverage across a wide range of risks
  • Innovative and tailored insurance solutions
  • Support for complex and emerging risks
  • Strong financial backing as part of AXA Group
  • Data-driven insights and leading technology
  • Risk consulting and loss prevention services

Who Is It For

  • Mid-size companies
  • Multinational corporations
  • Some high-net-worth individuals
  • Brokers and underwriters (via alternative distribution)
  • Industry-specific clients (see industries_served)

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Coverage Breadth

North American program includes railroad liability (incl. FELA, FRS/BOL) and excess (occurrence/claims‑made), primary rail equipment liability (lessees), contingent rail equipment liability (lessors), Track Owners GL, Force Account Liability, Railroad Protective Liability (primary/excess), and CGL for rail contractors (primary/excess). (axaxl.com)

Liability Limits

Up to $50M liability capacity for Rail coverage via AXA XL’s North America Excess Casualty unit (umbrella/excess). (axaxl.com) Specific per-occurrence/aggregate limits for Railroad Liability are not listed on the product page. (axaxl.com)

Specialized Support Services

Specialized support: rail-focused Risk Consulting and dedicated claims expertise; XL GlobalClaim portal for claims; SiteForward risk management portal with client resources/training; plus a multinational client portal with real‑time program insights. (axaxl.com)
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ChubbCompany Information

Chubb is a global insurance company providing a range of insurance products for individuals, families, and businesses in the Benelux region. They offer various insurance solutions, including liability, property, cyber, and life sciences, as well as exclusive car insurance and masterpiece insurance for individuals.

Industry: Insurance
Type: public
Employees: over-10K
Founded: 1882
Location: Frankfurt am Main, HE
Revenue: over 1b
Stock: NYSE:CB (NASDAQ)
Phone: +49 69 75613 0

Keywords

insurance
liability
property
cyber
life sciences
exclusive cars
masterpiece
property and casualty
health insurance
reinsurance

Description

At Chubb, we deliver excellence in all we do, being there when you need us most. We provide exceptional service to our customers and business partners—it's who we are.

What They Do

Chubb provides insurance solutions for individuals, families, and businesses, including property, auto, travel, and embedded insurance.

Who They Serve

Individuals, families, businesses, agents, and brokers.

Key Value Propositions

Exceptional service
Customized coverage
Award-winning claims satisfaction

Target Customers

Individuals
Families
Businesses
Agents
Brokers

Industries Served

Insurance

Contact Information

Summary

Chubb’s Tracks program addresses specialized railroad exposures with coverage options including FELA, Railroad Protective Liability, and tailored general liability. It supports railroads, contractors, railcar lessors/lessees, suppliers, and excursion operations with capacity up to $25 million.

Key Features

  • Customizable insurance products (liability, cyber, property, accident & health, etc.)
  • Industry-specific solutions across 30+ industry practices
  • Risk engineering and consulting services
  • Claims support and business income consultation
  • Coverage for businesses of all sizes
  • Global reach and multinational capabilities

Key Benefits

  • Tailored insurance solutions for unique business needs
  • Coverage for a wide range of industry-specific risks
  • Access to risk specialists and nearly 500 in-house risk engineers
  • World-class claims service with high satisfaction rates
  • Financial strength and stability
  • Strategic partnership and insights for large and multinational businesses

Who Is It For

  • Small businesses (startups to established local businesses)
  • Large and multinational businesses
  • Businesses across 30+ specialized industries
  • Companies seeking tailored risk solutions

Tailored business insurance solutions

Chubb has protected businesses of all sizes, their employees and their reputations against industry-specific risks for more than 200 years. Let our risk specialists work to find the right business insurance coverage for your unique needs.

Products, services, industry expertise

Chubb’s expertise spans 30 specialized Industry Practices. Working together, our underwriters, risk and claims professionals tailor industry-specific solutions for each of our clients.

  • Explore by industry: 30+ specialized industry practices
  • Explore by product: Liability, cyber, property, accident and health
  • Explore our services: Risk engineering, claims support, income consultation

Insuring businesses of all sizes

Small businesses at every stage look to Chubb for robust protections, world-class claims service, industry-specific knowledge and coverage options that insure against risks as they grow. Large & multinational businesses rely on Chubb for strategic partnership, insights, premium products and services, stability, financial strength and insurance industry leadership.

  • Small businesses: robust protections, claims service, industry knowledge
  • Large & multinational businesses: strategic partnership, insights, premium products

Business insurance excellence by the numbers

#1 Commercial lines insurer in the U.S.; 200+ years of experience; $21B claims paid globally (2023); 92% overall claims satisfaction (clients with a paid claim across 2022-2023)

  • #1 Commercial lines insurer in the U.S.
  • 200+ years of experience
  • $21B claims paid globally (2023)
  • 92% overall claims satisfaction (2022-2023)

Unique risk solutions across industries

Chubb’s industry practice specializations continue to grow in response to rising business segments, ensuring that our capabilities and products align strategically to the evolving risks that matter most in your industry.

  • 30+ industry practices
  • Industry-specific risk solutions

Prepare and prevent with Chubb Risk Consulting

Chubb’s in-house network of nearly 500 risk engineers helps businesses anticipate and minimize costly exposures. The Chubb Risk Engineering Center offers services on fire protection, equipment breakdown, worker safety and more.

  • Fire protection
  • Equipment breakdown
  • Worker safety
  • Next generation risk management

Insights & expertise

Learn more about market conditions and risks that affect your industry, leverage tips and strategies for protecting your business and see Chubb’s expertise in action with white papers, articles, and success stories.

  • Evolving risks for the middle market
  • Insurance costs depend on 4 factors
  • Navigating risks in cleanrooms
  • Cold weather safety tips for employees
  • 4 steps for creating a safer worksite
  • When middle markets go multinational

Get a business insurance quote that fits your business

Whether your business is large or small, we’ll leverage our premium products and services to create a plan that protects your business, your employees and your reputation. Talk to Chubb today.

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Coverage Breadth

Broad commercial P&C lines: property, general liability, auto, workers’ compensation, umbrella/excess, plus cyber and professional liability. Industry-specific offerings include railroad (FELA, RPL) with capacity up to $25M. Multinational programs via owned operations in 54 countries and a managed network spanning 170+ countries. (chubb.com)

Liability Limits

Up to $25 million liability capacity for Chubb’s Tracks railroad program. (chubb.com) For Railroad Protective Liability, typical limits are $2M each occurrence/$6M aggregate or $5M/$10M, with up to $25M total capacity. (chubb.com)

Specialized Support Services

Dedicated rail practice with specialized underwriters; professional claims and loss control team; 24/7 rail claims services. (chubb.com) Enterprise risk engineering via an in-house network of nearly 500 global risk engineers providing tailored risk consulting and loss mitigation programs. (chubb.com)
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Liberty Mutual Insurance (Ironshore)

Ironshore Specialty and Excess & Surplus Insurance

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Liberty Mutual Insurance (Ironshore)Company Information

Industry: Construction
API: No

Description

As businesses evolve, they need a stable, adaptive insurer that is always looking ahead. We provide comprehensive, tailored business insurance solutions with expertise and care to help protect your people, property, and reputation.

What They Do

Provide comprehensive and tailored business insurance solutions

Who They Serve

Businesses of all sizes and individuals seeking personal insurance

Key Value Propositions

Comprehensive coverage
Tailored solutions
Expertise in risk management

Target Customers

Small businesses
Mid-size businesses
Large enterprises

Industries Served

Construction
Energy
Financial institutions
Healthcare
Manufacturing
Private equity
Professional services
Public entities
Real estate
Sharing economy & new mobility
Technology
Wholesale-distribution

Contact Information

Summary

Liberty Mutual’s Ironshore platform offers a comprehensive railroad solution spanning commercial railroad liability, railroad protective liability, general liability, property, and excess options. It is designed for freight and passenger railroads, railcar lessors, tourist/excursion rail, and track and maintenance contractors.

Key Features

  • Specialty insurance solutions
  • Excess and surplus lines coverage
  • Coverage for risks not typically addressed by standard insurance markets
  • Multiple specialty product lines

Key Benefits

  • Access to innovative and nimble insurance solutions for complex risks
  • Backed by the financial strength and stability of Liberty Mutual, a Fortune 100 company
  • Expertise and creativity in solving complicated insurance problems
  • Dedicated to the wholesale market

Who Is It For

  • U.S.-based businesses with complex and unique risks
  • Properly licensed insurance professionals
  • Wholesale insurance market participants

Gain an edge with innovative excess & surplus solutions

As the risk landscape grows more complex, smart, and fresh approaches are more critical than ever. Depend on Ironshore, a Liberty Mutual Company dedicated to the wholesale market, for a unique blend of scale, expertise, and creativity that can give you the edge you need to win and retain business. We offer specialty and excess and surplus insurance-based solutions for U.S.-based businesses with complex and unique risks. Looking for a nimble partner who’s ready to solve complicated problems— backed by the financial strength and stability of a Fortune 100 company? See how Ironshore can help you set yourself apart.

Ironshore solutions

Ironshore offers a range of specialty and excess & surplus insurance solutions, including Environmental liability, Healthcare, Management liability, Professional liability, Programs, Property, and Specialty casualty.

  • Environmental liability
  • Healthcare
  • Management liability
  • Professional liability
  • Programs
  • Property
  • Specialty casualty

This website is intended to be informational and is solely for the use of properly licensed insurance professionals. Descriptions are provided only as a summary outline of the products and services available and are not intended to be comprehensive and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation. The products and services described may not be available in all states or jurisdictions. See your policy, service contract, or program documentation for actual terms, conditions, and exclusions. Any inquiries regarding the subject matter set forth herein should be directed through licensed insurance professionals.

Coverage and insurance are provided and underwritten by Liberty Mutual Insurance Company or its affiliates or subsidiaries. When we offer insurance products, we will state clearly which insurer will underwrite the policy. Some policies may be placed with a surplus lines insurer. Surplus lines insurers generally do not participate in state guaranty funds and insureds are therefore not protected by such funds. Coverage may only be obtained through duly licensed surplus lines brokers.

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Coverage Breadth

Coverage spans Commercial Railroad Liability; Railroad Protective Liability; General Liability; Railroad Property; Excess liability (property and liability); Railcar lessors (contingent liability); and Tourist railroad liability. Limits include primary GL up to $5M, primary/excess up to $25M, and property up to $10M. (business.libertymutual.com)

Liability Limits

Primary and excess liability: up to $25M (excluding primary general liability). Primary general liability: up to $5M. (business.libertymutual.com)

Specialized Support Services

- 24/7 environmental incident response via hotline and Enviro Response app: real‑time access to Ironshore claims, geolocation, consultant panel, regulatory reporting. (business.libertymutual.com) - 24/7 cyber breach hotline and Cyber Response app with preapproved incident‑response panel and rapid containment. (business.libertymutual.com) - Dedicated Ironshore claims email/wholesale contacts; program risk‑control resources. (business.libertymutual.com)
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TravelersCompany Information

Travelers is a leading provider of insurance solutions, offering a wide range of personal and business insurance products to protect individuals, families, and businesses from various risks. With over 160 years of experience, Travelers is committed to helping its customers manage risks and achieve their goals.

Industry: Insurance
Type: public
Employees: over-10K
Founded: 1853
Location: Hartford, CT
Revenue: over 1b
Stock: TRV (NASDAQ)
Funding: $388.5M
Phone: 1-800-252-4633
API: No

Keywords

insurance
personal insurance
business insurance
risk management
financial protection
property casualty
coverage
home insurance
auto insurance

Description

Travelers provides a wide range of insurance products and services for individuals, families, and businesses, helping them manage risks and protect their assets.

What They Do

Travelers offers insurance products and services for personal and business needs, including auto, home, and commercial insurance.

Who They Serve

Individuals, families, and businesses across various industries.

Key Value Propositions

Comprehensive insurance solutions
Expertise in risk management
Strong customer support

Target Customers

Individuals
Families
Small Businesses
Large Corporations

Industries Served

Insurance
Financial Services

Contact Information

Summary

Travelers’ RRP protects railroads from liability arising from contractors’ work on or near railroad property. It is an admitted, stand‑alone offering that uses the ISO/RIMA form with typical limits of $2/6M or $5/10M to satisfy railroad requirements.

Key Features

  • On-site, online, and on-demand risk management resources
  • Specialized consultants in areas such as fire protection, product liability, and transportation
  • Industry-leading online education and training services
  • Articles, guides, and self-assessments available 24/7
  • Industrial hygiene laboratory services for employee exposure assessment
  • MyTravelers® secure portal with access to 1, 000+ risk management resources
  • Travelers Workforce Advantage® program for workforce safety and engagement

Key Benefits

  • Access to cost-effective risk management services and products
  • Support from one of the largest Risk Control departments in the industry
  • Customized solutions based on deep technical and industry expertise
  • Round-the-clock access to risk resources
  • Online education and training tailored to specific industries
  • Specialized services such as industrial hygiene laboratory assessments
  • Resources to help build a safe, healthy, and resilient workforce

Who Is It For

  • Business insurance customers
  • Agents and brokers
  • Businesses seeking to manage risk and promote workplace safety
  • Industries with unique or complex risk profiles

Travelers Risk Control: Our resources are your advantage

Travelers Risk Control is an innovative provider of cost-effective risk management services and products. As one of the largest Risk Control departments in the industry, our scale allows the right resource at the right time to meet customer needs. For over 110 years, our loss prevention professionals have assisted agents, brokers and customers across the country and around the world.

Our people

Your business is unique and so are the risks you manage. Our people have the deep technical knowledge and broad industry experience to meet your needs.

Risk Control specialties

Travelers Risk Control consultants are specialized in variety of areas including fire protection, product liability, transportation, and more. Learn more about our technical risk management specialties and services.

  • Fire protection
  • Product liability
  • Transportation

Risk Control resources

We provide our customers with round-the-clock access to our risk resources – on-site, online and on-demand. Learn more about how we work with you.

Education and training

Travelers offers a breadth of industry-leading online education and training services developed and presented by our specialists, tailored for your industry.

Risk Control solutions

We are committed to sharing what we learn every day with our customers – articles, guides and self-assessments are available online, 24/7.

Industrial Hygiene Laboratory

Our specialized industrial hygiene laboratory services at Travelers can help you assess employee exposures and work toward the prevention of occupational illnesses.

Building a safe, healthy and resilient workforce

With medical costs on the rise and an ever-changing multi-generational workforce, it is more important than ever to promote safety and health in the workplace. Onboarding and assimilation are continual processes that build a workplace culture of safety. A safe and engaged workforce is crucial for business success. A more engaged workforce is a competitive advantage. Travelers Workforce Advantage® can help.

MyTravelers® Online Risk Control Tools and Resources

A secure website for business insurance customers where you can access 1,000+ risk management resources to help you keep your employees and business safe.

Find an insurance agent

Tailor coverage to address the risks to your business.

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Coverage Breadth

Broad, multi-industry breadth: on-site, online, and on‑demand services. Specialized consultants cover fire protection, product safety/liability, transportation/fleet, ergonomics, equipment breakdown, industrial hygiene, and slips/trips/falls. 1, 000+ online tools/training. Jurisdictional inspections across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico via National Board, commissioned staff. (travelers.com)

Liability Limits

Typical limits: $2M per occurrence / $6M aggregate or $5M per occurrence / $10M aggregate; higher limits available. (travelers.com)

Specialized Support Services

Dedicated specialists in fire protection, product safety/liability, transportation/fleet, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, equipment breakdown and injury management. (travelers.com) Industrial Hygiene Laboratory offers sampling/analysis support, training, helpline and Pump Loan Plus equipment. (travelers.com) Online risk tools and virtual training available via MyTravelers. (travelers.com)
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Great American Insurance Group
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Great American Insurance GroupCompany Information

Great American Insurance Group is engaged primarily in property and casualty insurance, focusing on specialized commercial products for businesses. With a proud heritage of business with integrity, Great American’s deep expertise and financial strength have laid a foundation of success that has stood the test of time.

Industry: Insurance
Type: public
Employees: 5K-10K
Founded: 1872
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Revenue: over 1b
Stock: IYR (NYSE)
Phone: 1-800-545-4269

Keywords

property insurance
casualty insurance
commercial insurance
specialized insurance products
financial strength
insurance
specialty markets

Description

For more than 150 years, Great American Insurance Group has earned the trust of its customers by offering specialized coverage to meet unique business needs, providing peace of mind.

What They Do

Great American Insurance Group provides specialized insurance products and services to niche industries.

Who They Serve

Businesses across various industries including agriculture, construction, education, healthcare, and many more.

Key Value Propositions

Over 150 years of experience.
Specialty support for niche industries.
Strong financial ratings and commitments.

Target Customers

Farmers and ranchers
Construction companies
Educational institutions
Healthcare providers
Nonprofit organizations
Manufacturers
Transportation companies

Industries Served

Agriculture & Farming
Construction
Education
Equine
Energy
Financial Institutions
Healthcare
Hospitality & Entertainment
Manufacturing
Marine
Nonprofits & Social Services
Professional Services
Public Entity
Real Estate & Property Management
Retail & Wholesale
Transportation
Warehousing

Contact Information

Summary

Great American’s project‑specific RRP protects railroads from third‑party bodily injury and property damage due to contractors’ operations near the right‑of‑way, including damage to railroad property. It outlines typical limits, underwriting considerations, and how RRP complements (not replaces) a contractor’s CGL.

Key Features

  • Non-admitted (excess and surplus) insurance products
  • Specialty product mix for niche business
  • Product development, claims handling, and underwriting expertise

Key Benefits

  • Access to industry-leading non-admitted property and casualty products
  • Expertise in handling difficult exposures
  • Flexible and creative insurance solutions
  • Decades of experience in underwriting, claims, and service

Who Is It For

  • Wholesale brokers
  • Businesses with difficult or niche property and casualty exposures
  • Clients seeking excess and surplus lines coverage

Great American Risk Solutions

We provide industry leading non-admitted property and casualty products via wholesale brokers on an excess and surplus basis. Learn how our staff brings decades of experience in product development, claims handling, underwriting and service.

Helping Wholesale Brokers Maximize Their Specialty P&C Business

Through our Risk Solutions Division, we offer an innovative product mix to capture niche business and round out accounts with difficult exposures that need an expert’s touch. Our diverse mix of specialty products offers the ability to create flexible and creative solutions to fit your needs.

Products

  • Product Liability (non-admitted)
  • Construction (non-admitted)
  • Allied Health (non-admitted)
  • Life Sciences (non-admitted)
  • Long-Term Care (non-admitted)
  • Risk Management Underwriting (non-admitted)
  • Product Recall (non-admitted)
  • Select Casualty (non-admitted)
  • Binding Authority (non-admitted)
  • Property (non-admitted)

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Detailed Comparison

Coverage Breadth

Project-specific RRP covering the railroad’s liability for third‑party bodily injury and property damage, plus damage to property owned or leased by the railroad; applies only to ongoing operations at the designated job site; excludes the contractor and completed operations. (greatamericaninsurancegroup.com)

Liability Limits

Typical limits: $2M per occurrence / $6M aggregate; higher limits available case-by-case for additional premium. (greatamericaninsurancegroup.com)

Specialized Support Services

Dedicated, product-specific claims teams with average 15 years’ experience; 10-year tenure; many hold CPCU/AIC and JD credentials. Claims and underwriting collaborate. (greatamericaninsurancegroup.com) Broker support via Producer Relations contact. (greatamericaninsurancegroup.com) Agent Portal offers account access, reports, and billing/claims information. (greatamericaninsurancegroup.com)

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Our Ranking Methodology

How we rank these offerings

We ranked these Rail Infrastructure Insurance Firms in USA using a weighted scoring formula: Coverage Breadth (40%), Liability Limits (35%), and Specialized Support Services (25%). N/A values receive 0 points. AXA XL scored highest with 96 due to its market-leading coverage breadth, highest available liability limits, and strong specialized rail support. Companies with narrower coverage or project-specific programs scored lower, and N/A values reduced maximum attainable scores per rule.

Ranking Criteria Weights:

40%
Comprehensive coverage is critical in mitigating the unique risks associated with rail operations.
35%
Higher liability limits are essential for ensuring adequate financial protection against potential claims.
25%
Access to specialized support can significantly impact risk management and loss mitigation for rail infrastructure operations.
Rankings last updated: 1/2/2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical costs and pricing models for rail infrastructure insurance in the USA?
The pricing models for rail infrastructure insurance can vary significantly based on the coverage types and limits. For instance, Travelers offers typical RRP limits of $2/6M or $5/10M, which provides a framework for pricing models based on liability limits. AXA XL’s offerings, catering to freight railroads and transit systems, range from primary to excess liability, influencing cost parameters. These structured layers of insurance allow businesses to select coverage that fits their risk profile and budget, resulting in customizable and scalable pricing solutions.
What are the key selection criteria for choosing a rail infrastructure insurance provider?
Critical factors include the coverage range, experience in the rail sector, and financial stability of the provider. Companies like Liberty Mutual’s Ironshore, offering comprehensive liability solutions across multiple rail sectors, illustrate the importance of tailor-fitted coverage. The Chubb Tracks program’s focus on specialized railroad exposures and capacity up to $25 million also highlights the necessity for providers with deep industry expertise and substantial underwriting capacity to cover significant rail operations effectively.
What industry standards and compliance requirements exist for rail infrastructure insurance?
Rail insurance is tightly regulated and must comply with both federal safety regulations and state insurance laws. ISO/RIMA forms, referenced by Travelers for protective liability, set industry standards for policy structuring. Compliance involves adhering to established safety protocols and maintaining adequate financial safeguards, as evidenced by the use of structured limits and the necessary certifications required for operation on and around railroad properties.
What implementation challenges do rail infrastructure insurance providers face, and how can they be addressed?
Challenges include accurately assessing the risk exposures and integrating insurance with existing safety protocols. Insurers like Great American provide project-specific solutions that complement contractors' general liability insurance, addressing unique risks associated with rail operations. Effective risk management and underwriting protocols, including site inspections and historical data analysis, are strategies used by these providers to overcome these challenges.
What is the ROI and value delivery for businesses investing in rail infrastructure insurance?
The ROI on rail infrastructure insurance is seen in reduced financial risk exposure and enhanced capacity for business continuity in cases of liability claims. AXA XL and Ironshore’s comprehensive liability coverage ensures that companies can mitigate financial impacts from incidents effectively. Moreover, the tailored solutions, as demonstrated by Chubb and Travelers, provide peace of mind, allowing businesses to focus on operations while knowing they are protected against substantial financial losses, thus offering significant long-term value.

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