We can help insure your Intermodal Transportation Business
UIIA Coverage for trucks, is insurance coverage for companies that haul containers for ocean liners, railroads and other companies that utilize containers. This type of shipping refers to the moving of freight between multiple types of transportation to the final location.
Hauling containers is a great trucking business to be in and there never seems to be a shortage of them to haul meaning you’re in a secure position. Additionally, because you’re typically running short runs back and forth, you can be on the job during the day and home in the evening.
No job is without risk so ensuring that you have the right insurance policy for your Intermodal Trucking business is important.
Our independent insurance agency is a truck insurance specialist. We can walk you through the coverages you need to ensure you are protected and your business is safe while you’re on the road. The UIIA has strict rules and regulations, and we can make sure you’re compliant and help you with filings.
Commonly asked questions:
What is an example of intermodal transportation?
As a trucker, you take an empty container to another business and pickup the cargo. From there, you drive it to a railway shipper who takes the entire container and puts it on the train. The train then takes the cargo to a shipyard where it is loaded on a ship and sent overseas.
Is intermodal transportation UIIA coverage expensive?
With all trucking insurance, the cost of the coverage varies depending on your experience, your drivers driving record and other factors. The best way to find out what your costs will be is to call our independent insurance agency and we can compare multiple companies for you.
Is intermodal transportation a good business to get into?
Because there has been a longstanding shortage of truck drivers as well as increases in fuel costs, intermodal is a great business to get into. Many shippers are looking for more cost effective ways to ship so it is common to have multiple types of fright transportation from truck to rail to ship.
Call our agency today to get started on your UIIA insurance. You can also browse our other truck insurance coverages. As an agency dedicated to truck insurance, we’re confident we can find you the right policy, company and coverage for your truck business.