UIIA Endorsement Made Simple – My Real-Life Experience with Nexterix

If you're a trucker or small fleet owner looking to get into intermodal freight, one of the first things you’ll need is a UIIA (Uniform Intermodal Interchange and Facilities Access Agreement) endorsement. I found that out the hard way.

At first, I thought the UIIA process would be simple—fill out some forms, submit insurance, and get rolling. But the truth is, it’s a detailed, technical, and time-sensitive process. And if you’re trying to handle it alone while managing day-to-day fleet operations, it can become overwhelming fast.

That’s why I’m sharing my story—because Nexterix made the UIIA process simple, fast, and hassle-free, and they could help you too.

The Challenge: Paperwork, Delays, and Confusion

My goal was to start hauling containers uiia endorsement from the port for a new client. They required UIIA compliance, and I had no idea how many steps were involved:

• Registering through IANA

• Submitting the right Certificates of Insurance (COIs)

• Meeting specific coverage and policy wording requirements

• Listing and coordinating with Equipment Providers (EPs)

• Uploading supporting documents and agreements

I tried handling it myself. I reached out to my insurance company, but the forms weren’t formatted the way IANA required. I submitted them anyway and got rejected—twice. I wasted nearly two weeks going in circles. Meanwhile, the intermodal loads I was hoping to run were being handed to other carriers.

How Nexterix Turned It All Around

A friend in the industry recommended Nexterix, saying they helped him get UIIA-certified with no stress. Skeptical but desperate, I gave them a call. Within minutes, I was talking to a real person who knew the UIIA process inside and out.

From that point on, everything changed.

What Nexterix Did For Me

 1. They Took Over the Paperwork

Nexterix reviewed all my insurance policies and worked directly with my insurance agent to prepare the COIs correctly—formatted, signed, and coded to meet UIIA standards. They didn’t just send generic instructions—they made sure everything was 100% compliant before submission.

 2. They Managed My Equipment Provider Setup

They helped me identify which Equipment Providers (EPs) I needed to list based on who I wanted to haul for. They even handled uploading additional agreements required by certain EPs. That alone saved me hours.

 3. They Kept Me in the Loop

I received regular status updates. When UIIA requested a clarification, Nexterix handled it immediately. I never had to guess or follow up—they were on it.

 4. They Got Me Approved—Fast

From the time I handed things over to Nexterix, I had my UIIA endorsement in hand in just a few business days. No delays. No rejections.

Results That Speak for Themselves

With my UIIA endorsement in place, I was able to:

• Start hauling intermodal loads within a week

• Secure new contracts with multiple brokers and carriers

• Increase my revenue with higher-paying port and rail loads

• Expand my fleet’s service area with confidence

And I did all of this without the stress and time sink that so many other carriers struggle with when trying to handle UIIA on their own.

The Ongoing Value: Compliance Monitoring

What impressed me most is that Nexterix didn’t stop after I got approved. They now:

• Track my UIIA renewal dates

• Monitor changes in Equipment Provider requirements

• Alert me if my insurance needs updates

• Help ensure my documents stay active and compliant

They gave me more than a UIIA endorsement—they gave me long-term peace of mind.

Final Thoughts

If you're thinking about getting into intermodal freight but dreading the UIIA process, take my advice: Don’t do it alone. Nexterix knows exactly what to do, how to do it fast, and how to keep you compliant long after approval.

UIIA endorsement doesn’t have to be complicated when you’ve got Nexterix in your corner.

Thanks to them, I’m not only UIIA-compliant—I’m booked, busy, and growing.