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Frequently Asked Questions
General Information:
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1. What do IANA and UIIA stand for?
2. How can I find out if my company is an IANA member?
3. How can UIIA participants access their account online?
4. What if I forget my password or want to change the password?
5. Does the UIIA issue the Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC)?
Q-1: What do IANA and UIIA stand for?
A-1: IANA is an acronym for the Intermodal Association of North America . IANA is a transportation trade association representing the combined interests of the intermodal freight industry.
The Uniform Intermodal Interchange and Facilities Access Agreement (UIIA) is a standard industry contract between truckers/drayage companies and water/rail carriers and leasing companies (Equipment Providers). The UIIA program is administered by the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) and covers liability and other issues related to the interchange of intermodal equipment (containers, chassis, etc.) between the two parties.
Q-2: How can I find out if my company is an IANA member?
A-2: If you are not sure whether your company is an IANA member, please click here to view a list of current IANA Members by Division. Information on how to become an IANA member is available by visiting IANA’s website (http://www.intermodal.org). Click here to learn about the Benefits of IANA Membership.
Q-3: How can UIIA participants access their account online?
A-3: All UIIA participants are provided with a password when they are initially approved for UIIA participation. This password along with the Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC Code) will permit access t your company’s account information via the UIIA Web Validator at www.uiia.org/uiia.html
Q-4: What if I forget my password or want to change the password?
A-4: If an employee of a participating company forgets their password, they can click on the “Lost Passwords?” link in "Login to IANA Services" menu at the top of the left-hand navigation column on each page. The the UIIA contact on file may also request this information via e-mail to uiia@intermodal.org. The password information will only be provided to the UIIA contact on file.
Q-5: Does the UIIA issue the Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC)?
A-5: No, the UIIA requires that a Motor Carrier have a current Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC), but our office does not handle the issuing of SCAC Codes. This is handled by National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA). Their office can be reached at (703) 838-1831 or click here to obtain an application to apply for a SCAC Code.
