What is Intermodal Truck Insurance?
Intermodal freight shipping is when cargo is transported by multiple modes (ship, rail, or truck) without ever leaving its original cargo container. Intermodal trucking involves transporting these containers from shipping ports.
Truckers hauling these containers have special insurance needs and coverage limits that revolve around intermodal transport. Many motor carriers lease their intermodal chassis while owning the tractor; in these instances, the motor carrier is required to purchase a Uniform Intermodal Interchange and Facilities Access Agreement (UIIIA). If a motor carrier tries to enter a rail yard or port without the agreement or endorsement, they are likely to be denied entry.
Is Intermodal Truck Insurance Necessary?
Yes. If you haul cargo containers straight from the docks or railyard, you are obligated to purchase intermodal Insurance coverages. In addition, as an approved UIIA concessionaire, a UIIA certificate is required to be posted by your insurance agent in order to enter the terminals.
Don’t risk waiting hours at the port only to be turned away because you don’t have UIIA endorsement.
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What are the coverages and limit requirements for Intermodal Trucking Insurance?
The UIIA (Uniform Intermodal Interchange and Facilities Access Agreement) places extra insurance requirements on intermodal truckers. To haul intermodal freight, a trucker must completely meet the following requirement:
$1,000,000 Liability coverage
$1,000,000 General Liability
Cargo Insurance with specified limits depending on the equipment provider
Trailer Interchange Insurance to cover non-owned equipment/containers being hauled. It must cover comprehensive and collision as well as fire and theft.
Truckers Uniform Intermodal Interchange Endorsement (UIIE-1, CA23-17or TE23-17B)
Workers Compensation with statutory limits. In addition, Employer’s Liability coverage (varies - optional)
Here is the complete list of UIAA insurance requirements.
Costs for Intermodal Trucking Insurance!
A typical intermodal trucking insurance policy can cost between $8,000 and $12,500 a year per unit.
Many factors go into determining how much your policy will cost. Insurance companies will look at factors such as your age, driving record, and location when calculating your rate. While some things about your price are out of your control, there are ways to lower your cost.
Bundle your coverage
Pay your premium up front
Opt for a higher deductible
The Truckers Insurance.com can provide you a comprehensive insurance policy with no coverage gaps. With access to over 20+ providers of commercial truck insurance nationwide, we are able to provide you with competitive rates. We include all necessary UIIA coverages and endorsements on your package policy, including liability, physical damage, trailer interchange, cargo, and general liability.
Why Choose The TruckersInsurance.Com?
We know the trucking industry intimately and come with years of experience with commercial tucking insurance.
The Truckers Insurance.com works with trucking insurance companies who offer niche insurance programs that covers high-risk, new-venture, and owner-operator operations such as:
Container Haulers
Bulk Haulers
LTL Truckers
Hazmat Carriers
Couriers
Hot Shots
Box Trucks
Dump Operations
Tow-Truck Operators
Many insurance agents are unfamiliar with these programs and the special needs of inter-modal freight haulers. Our founder a former truck driver knows the industry inside out and leverages his experience and knowledge to customize a policy that meets your needs and budget.
Why Choose The TruckersInsurance.Com?
We know the trucking industry intimately and come with years of experience with commercial tucking insurance.
The Truckers Insurance.com works with trucking insurance companies who offer niche insurance programs that covers high-risk, new-venture, and owner-operator operations such as:
Container Haulers
Bulk Haulers
LTL Truckers
Hazmat Carriers
Couriers
Hot Shots
Box Trucks
Dump Operations
Tow-Truck Operators
Many insurance agents are unfamiliar with these programs and the special needs of inter-modal freight haulers. Our founder a former truck driver knows the industry inside out and leverages his experience and knowledge to customize a policy that meets your needs and budget.
The Truckers Insurance.Com is an authorized insurance agency in the UIIA system.
We can help you obtain the proper coverages and ensure that your UIIA certification has been completed and filed properly.
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