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# Business Insurance in Malaysia
Cover Buddies is a commercial insurance agency that helps Malaysian SMEs protect their premises, stock, staff and liabilities. We compare options across insurers, set up the policy and handle claims, so you deal with one team instead of several.
Not sure what your business needs? Use the guide below, or [reach out](https://www.coverbuddies.com/request-a-call?hsLang=en) to our consultants to plan the most suitable cover and best value for your business.
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PROFESSIONAL INDEMNITY INSURANCE
[Protection against errors and omissions for service-based businesses that provide consulting services.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/professional-indemnity-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en)
FIRE INSURANCE
[Protect your property from operations downtime with this essential coverage.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/fire-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en)
GROUP MEDICAL INSURANCE
[Enjoy great value with an affordable hospital and surgical plan for your employees.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/group-medical-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en)
ALL-RISK INSURANCE
[Are you looking for better peace of mind? All-risk insurance provides the most comprehensive coverage for your equipment and property.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/what-is-all-risk-insurance?hsLang=en)
BURGLARY INSURANCE
[Sleep better knowing that your property and possessions are covered.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/safeguard-your-property-and-peace-of-mind-with-burglary-insurance-in-malaysia?hsLang=en)
COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE (CGL)
[Essential coverage against negligence and injury for offsite work and projects.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/cgl-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en)
ENGINEERING INSURANCE (CAR & EAR)
[Protect construction and installation projects, machinery and site equipment with CAR, EAR and plant and machinery cover.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/engineering-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en)
DIRECTORS & OFFICERS LIABILITY INSURANCE (D&O)
[Defence against allegations of negligence and unlawful dismissal.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/directors-officers-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en)
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PROGRAM
[The most comprehensive employee benefits program in the market. Talk to us about great benefits for your team.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/the-ultimate-guide-to-employee-benefits-insurance?hsLang=en)
PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE
[Working on a public space? You would want to look at this coverage against third-party injury and property damage.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/public-liability-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en)
PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE (PA)
[Explore an affordable solution against accidental injuries.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/break-a-leg-but-dont-worry?hsLang=en)
KEY MAN INSURANCE
[Take proactive steps to ensure the business survives in the event the key people do not.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/the-ins-and-outs-of-key-man-insurance-explained?hsLang=en)
WORKMEN COMPENSATION INSURANCE
[Cover for your employees if they are injured or fall ill because of their work.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/workmen-compensation-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en)
CYBER INSURANCE
[Protect your business from data breaches and cyber attacks with first-party and liability cover.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/cyber-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en)
MARINE INSURANCE
[Protect goods in transit by sea, air, road or rail, from cargo damage to theft and piracy.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/marine-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en)
## Which business insurance does your SME need?
Most small and medium businesses build their cover in layers. Start with what would hurt most if it went wrong. For a quick run-through by business type, read [what insurance a Malaysian SME needs: a checklist by business type](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/what-insurance-does-a-malaysian-sme-need-a-checklist-by-business-type?hsLang=en). New to business insurance? Start with [essential insurance for small businesses](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/essential-insurance-for-small-businesses?hsLang=en). Wondering what it will cost? Read [what affects the cost of business insurance for a Malaysian SME](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/what-affects-the-cost-of-business-insurance-for-a-malaysian-sme?hsLang=en). Not sure who to buy through? Read [insurance agency or insurance broker: what a business should know](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/insurance-agency-or-insurance-broker-in-malaysia-what-a-business-should-know?hsLang=en). Lebih selesa dalam Bahasa Malaysia? Baca [Insurans Perniagaan di Malaysia: Panduan untuk PKS](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/insurans-perniagaan-di-malaysia?hsLang=en).
### Protect your premises and stock
[Fire insurance](https://www.coverbuddies.com/fire-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en) is the foundation. It is also where you add burglary, all-risk and commercial property cover for your premises, stock and equipment. Handle cash or worry about theft? Read our guide to [burglary and money insurance for shops and offices](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/safeguard-your-property-and-peace-of-mind-with-burglary-insurance-in-malaysia?hsLang=en).
### Protect against claims from others
- [Public liability](https://www.coverbuddies.com/public-liability-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en) covers injury or property damage to customers and visitors. Comparing options? Read [navigating public liability insurance choices](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/navigating-public-liability-insurance-choices?hsLang=en).
- [Comprehensive general liability (CGL)](https://www.coverbuddies.com/cgl-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en) suits businesses that work at client sites or on projects.
- [Professional indemnity](https://www.coverbuddies.com/professional-indemnity-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en) covers claims over advice, errors and omissions. Practising a profession? Read [what insurance doctors in Malaysia need](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/what-insurance-do-doctors-require?hsLang=en).
- [Directors and officers (D&O)](https://www.coverbuddies.com/directors-officers-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en) protects your management team against allegations of negligence. Running a company alone? Read [does D&O make sense for a one-director startup](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/does-do-insurance-make-sense-for-a-one-director-startup?hsLang=en), or [what happens to D&O cover if you step down as a director](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/what-happens-to-my-do-cover-if-i-step-down-as-director-but-stay-as-a-shareholder?hsLang=en).
### Protect your people
- [Workmen’s compensation](https://www.coverbuddies.com/workmen-compensation-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en) covers work-related injury to employees. Hiring foreign workers? Read [how SOCSO, SPIKPA and workmen’s compensation fit together](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/foreign-workers-in-malaysia-socso-spikpa-and-workmens-compensation-insurance-explained?hsLang=en).
- [Group medical](https://www.coverbuddies.com/group-medical-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en) and [personal accident](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/break-a-leg-but-dont-worry?hsLang=en) cover look after your team beyond the legal minimum. See [the employee benefits staff ask for most](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/what-are-the-most-requested-employee-benefits-in-malaysia?hsLang=en), or [what HR should compare when choosing group health insurance](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/group-health-insurance-for-employees-in-malaysia-what-hr-should-compare?hsLang=en). Losing a founder or key person would hurt? Read [key man insurance explained](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/the-ins-and-outs-of-key-man-insurance-explained?hsLang=en).
### Protect goods and data
- [Marine insurance](https://www.coverbuddies.com/marine-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en) covers goods in transit by sea, air, road or rail.
- [Cyber insurance](https://www.coverbuddies.com/cyber-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en) covers data breaches and cyber attacks. Don’t take payments online? Read [why you may still need it](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/my-business-doesnt-handle-payments-online-why-would-i-need-cyber-insurance?hsLang=en).
### Protect construction and installation projects
- [Engineering insurance](https://www.coverbuddies.com/engineering-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en) covers the works, machinery being installed and site equipment, through contractors all risk (CAR), erection all risk (EAR) and plant and machinery cover. Not sure which one your project needs? Read [how to choose between CAR and EAR](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/contractors-all-risk-or-erection-all-risk-how-to-choose-the-right-policy-for-your-project?hsLang=en). For the full package a project usually needs, read [contractor insurance in Malaysia: what a project needs](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/contractor-insurance-in-malaysia-what-a-project-needs?hsLang=en).
- [Pressure vessel insurance](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/the-benefits-of-pressure-vessel-insurance-for-your-business?hsLang=en) is for businesses that run boilers and pressure equipment. Read the guide to its benefits.
- [Workmen’s compensation](https://www.coverbuddies.com/workmen-compensation-insurance-malaysia?hsLang=en) covers your workers if they are injured on site, which matters on construction and installation jobs.
### Specialty cover guides
Some risks are covered by more specialised policies. Our guides explain how each one works:
- [Trade credit insurance in Malaysia: how it works and when it's worth it.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/what-does-trade-credit-insurance-cover?hsLang=en) Protection if a business customer does not pay you.
- [Fidelity guarantee insurance: protecting your business from employee theft and fraud.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/how-fidelity-guarantee-insurance-works?hsLang=en) Cover for losses caused by employee dishonesty.
- [Burglary and money insurance for Malaysian shops and offices.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/safeguard-your-property-and-peace-of-mind-with-burglary-insurance-in-malaysia?hsLang=en) Cover for theft by outsiders and for cash on the premises or in transit.
- [Plate glass insurance in Malaysia: what is covered and who needs it.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/plate-glass-insurance-for-businesses-what-you-need-to-know?hsLang=en) Cover for accidental breakage of shopfront and office glass.
- [Machinery breakdown insurance.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/effective-risk-management-with-machinery-breakdown-insurance?hsLang=en) For the cost of repairing or replacing key machinery after a sudden breakdown.
- [Essential insurance for the oil and gas industry.](https://www.coverbuddies.com/en/knowledge-hub/comprehensive-guide-to-oil-industry-insurance?hsLang=en)
## Common questions
### What insurance does an SME in Malaysia need?
It depends on what you do. Fire cover for your premises, public liability if people visit or you work on their property, and workmen’s compensation if you have employees are the usual starting points. Professional services firms add professional indemnity, and contractors add engineering cover such as CAR or EAR.
### Is business insurance compulsory in Malaysia?
Most business insurance is optional. Lenders usually require fire insurance on financed property, and landlords, clients, lenders and tender requirements often ask for specific cover, such as public liability or workmen’s compensation. Workmen’s compensation is not a general legal requirement for every employer.
### Can I get one quote for several covers?
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