Do you write intermodal insurance for California port carriers?

Yes. We write UIIA-compliant intermodal insurance for California carriers at POLA, POLB, and Port of Oakland, including all required state and federal filings.

Does CARB compliance affect my insurance?

CARB compliance affects your fleet eligibility at California ports — non-compliant trucks are turned away at the gate. While CARB is a regulatory matter, we note compliance status in the application to ensure accurate underwriting and avoid claim disputes.

Can you file CA Form E and MCP-65 for California carriers?

Yes. CA Form E (California DMV filing) and MCP-65 (California motor carrier permit insurance) are handled in-house for California carriers.

California Intermodal Trucking Insurance

UIIA-Compliant Intermodal Coverage for California Drayage Carriers

California is the nation's largest intermodal trucking market, anchored by the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach — together the largest container port complex in the Western Hemisphere. California carriers also serve Port of Oakland, major Inland Empire rail ramps (BNSF, UP), and the San Joaquin Valley. CARB emissions regulations, UIIA requirements, and high-volume port operations create unique insurance challenges that require specialty market access.

Same-day COI filings available. Coverage subject to underwriting.

Some of the insurance markets we work with

Carrier availability varies by state, operation type, fleet size, and underwriting requirements.

UIIA-Registered Agency

Same-Day COI Filings

E&S Market Access

IANA Filing Approved

Key Facts

California ports (POLA, POLB, Oakland) handle 40%+ of all U.S. container imports
Inland Empire (San Bernardino / Riverside counties) is the nation's largest inland warehouse market
CARB (California Air Resources Board) requires CARB-compliant trucks for drayage at CA ports — insurers need to know your fleet's CARB status
BNSF and UP operate major rail ramps at Hobart, LATC, Commerce, ICTF, and San Bernardino
California-specific filings: CA Form E, MCP-65, and CARB NOx compliance documentation

Key Facilities

Port of Los Angeles (POLA) — multiple terminals
Port of Long Beach (POLB) — LBCT, TTI, ITS
Port of Oakland — OICT, SSA Marine
BNSF Hobart Yard & San Bernardino (Inland Empire)
UP LATC, UP Commerce, UP ICTF
French Camp / Stockton rail facilities (Central Valley)

Coverage Required

Carriers operating in this market need these key coverages to meet UIIA, port, and broker requirements.

Auto Liability

Primary commercial auto liability for trucks operating at ports, rail terminals, and freight corridors. Minimum $1M CSL required by UIIA.

Motor Truck Cargo

Covers freight in containers while in your care between terminals, ramps, and warehouse delivery points.

Trailer Interchange / Chassis

Physical damage on non-owned chassis and trailers pulled under interchange agreements with equipment providers.

General Liability

Protects against certain premises and operations liability at terminals, yards, and business locations.

Physical Damage

Collision and comprehensive coverage for tractors and owned trailers in port, rail yard, and highway environments.

Excess / Umbrella Liability

Higher limits above primary policies when ports, railroads, or contracts require $2M, $3M, or $5M coverage.

Coverage Requirements for This Market

Auto Liability — $1,000,000 CSL minimum + CA Form E / MCP-65 filings
Motor Truck Cargo — $100,000 – $250,000+ per load
Trailer Interchange / Chassis Coverage
General Liability — $1M/$2M (UIIA requirement)
Physical Damage — CARB-compliant fleet documentation required
Excess Liability for port and rail contracts requiring $2M–$5M

Fast Filings & Certificates

TruxSurance helps intermodal and drayage carriers secure proof of insurance quickly for railroads, ports, brokers, shippers, and equipment providers. Same-day certificate issuance and filing support may be available once underwriting is complete and coverage is bound.

Certificates of Insurance filed with IANA same business day
Additional insured endorsements for equipment providers
Waiver of subrogation where available
Loss payee / lienholder requests
Trailer interchange and cargo proof
Auto liability filings — MCS-90, state forms

Authorized Intermodal Trucking Insurance Agency

TruxSurance is a licensed trucking insurance agency helping intermodal carriers, drayage companies, port truckers, container haulers, owner-operators, new ventures, and fleets compare available transportation insurance options through E&S and specialty markets.