What insurance do I need for Port of Virginia drayage?

UIIA-compliant coverage with $1M Auto Liability, $1M/$2M GL, Motor Truck Cargo, and Trailer Interchange, plus COIs filed with IANA for VIG, NIT, and APM Portsmouth.

Can Truxsurance issue same-day COIs for Port of Virginia terminals?

Yes. We file Certificates of Insurance with the IANA for Port of Virginia equipment providers the same business day coverage is bound.

Port of Virginia Trucking Insurance

UIIA-Compliant Coverage for Port of Virginia Drayage Carriers

The Port of Virginia at Hampton Roads is one of the East Coast's deepest natural harbors and a major gateway for Mid-Atlantic freight, operating the Virginia International Gateway (VIG), Norfolk International Terminals (NIT), and APM Terminals Portsmouth. Port of Virginia trucking carriers connect these facilities with Richmond, DC metro, North Carolina, and broader Mid-Atlantic distribution markets via I-64 and I-95.

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

About This Port

Port of Virginia handled 3.5 million+ TEUs in recent years — fastest-growing East Coast major port
Primary terminals: Virginia International Gateway (VIG), Norfolk International Terminals (NIT), APM Terminals Portsmouth
VIG is the largest and newest terminal — deepest berths on the East Coast
I-64 connects the port to Richmond (65 mi) and the I-95 Mid-Atlantic corridor
TWIC required for unescorted access to Port of Virginia terminals

Terminals & Facilities

Virginia International Gateway (VIG)
Norfolk International Terminals (NIT)
APM Terminals Portsmouth (APMT)
Newport News Marine Terminal

Coverage Required

Port terminal access requires UIIA-compliant insurance coverage at minimum. Some terminals require higher limits.

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
Motor Truck Cargo — $100,000 – $250,000+ per load
Trailer Interchange / Chassis Coverage
General Liability — $1M/$2M
Physical Damage for tractors and owned equipment

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.