Investments in infrastructure are needed across every level of government to accommodate the massive increases in truck traffic and freight demand over three decades, outgoing Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx indicated in his final report as head of the agency.
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Logistics 50 | Freight Brokerage | Dry Storage Warehousing | Refrigerated Warehousing | Dedicated | Ocean Freight | Airfreight
Top Dedicated Contract Carriers
Rank | Company | Total Power Units |
---|---|---|
1 | J.B. Hunt Transport Services | 11,087 |
2 | Ryder Supply Chain Solutions | 6,000 est |
3 | Penske Logistics | 5,530 |
4 | Knight-Swift Transportation | 5,347 |
5 | Werner Enterprises | 4,630 |
6 | NFI | 4,100 |
7 | Schneider | 3,917 est |
8 | Ruan | 3,800 |
9 | Cardinal Logistics | 3,155 est |
10 | Marten Transport | 2,829 |
11 | U.S. Xpress Enterprises | 2,725 |
12 | Solistica | 2,339 |
13 | Black Horse Carriers | 2,235 |
14 | C.R. England | 2,200 est |
15 | Day & Ross | 1,950 |
16 | Covenant Logistics Group | 1,700 |
17 | Hub Group | 1,500 |
18 | Averitt Express | 1,385 |
19 | UPS Supply Chain Solutions | 1,382 est |
20 | DHL Supply Chain | 1,300 |
21 | Commercial Warehousing | 1,000 |
22 | Cowan Logistics | 766 est |
23 | AIM Integrated Logistics | 744 |
24 | Universal Logistics Holdings | 726 |
25 | Paper Transport | 710 |
26 | Ceva Logistics (North America) | 604 est |
27 | Odyssey Logistics & Technology | 600 est |
28 | Blackhawk Transport | 563 |
29 | Bay and Bay Transportation | 500 |
29 | CRST The Transportation Solution | 500 est |
31 | G&D Integrated | 468 est |
32 | Transervice Logistics | 435 |
33 | Lily Dedicated Logistics Systems | 415 est |
34 | XPO Logistics | 410 |
35 | Great Plains Transport | 400 |
36 | Dupré Logistics | 366 |
37 | Crowley Logistics | 335 est |
38 | Warehouse Services Inc. | 314 est |
39 | Buchanan Hauling & Rigging | 310 est |
40 | Legacy Supply Chain Services | 300 |
41 | A. Duie Pyle | 289 |
42 | East Coast Warehouse & Distribution | 260 |
43 | LeSaint Logistics | 250 est |
44 | Dart Advantage Logistics | 238 est |
45 | ODW Logistics | 230 |
46 | Dimerco Express Group | 221 |
46 | Midwest Express Group | 221 est |
48 | Saddle Creek Logistics Services | 220 |
49 | AMX | 210 |
50 | ITS Logistics | 200 |
50 | Atech Logistics | 200 |
Top 50 Logistics Companies provide logistics services, including freight brokerage, freight forwarding, warehousing and dedicated contract carriage in North America and are ranked on the basis of annual gross revenue. Some sector rankings may have been updated since their print publication. To be included in the Top 50 list, please send contact information to tteditor@ttnews.com. We will contact you via phone or e-mail to get information about your company prior to publication of the next Top 50 list.
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Extras
On the Bubble
Outgoing DOT Chief’s Final Report Provides Road Map for Infrastructure
UPS, FedEx, Amazon Form Twin 33s Advocacy Group
A new coalition of shippers and retailers led by UPS Inc., FedEx Corp. and Amazon.com plans to call on members of Congress to support the nationwide access of twin 33-foot trailers, a move likely to ignite a contentious debate among lawmakers during the 115th Congress.
Ports Set Records for Containers in 2016; Forecast Better for 2017 Amid Uncertainty
For several top North American container ports 2016 was a record-setting year, and industry analysts are cautiously optimistic that 2017 will be even better despite the uncertainty in Washington that comes with a new presidential administration.
Hyundai Merchant Marine to Buy Minority Stake in Total Terminals International
Hyundai Merchant Marine will buy a 20% stake in Total Terminals International, agreeing to a $15.6 million deal with Mediterranean Shipping Co. on Jan. 19, one day after a U.S. bankruptcy court approved MSC’s purchase from the bankrupt Hanjin Shipping Co.
Great Western Acquires Quality Trailer Sales
Great Western Leasing and Sales acquired Quality Trailer Sales, expanding its network into the southwest U.S., and adding Heil Trailer to its product line, the company said.
January 20, 2017Kansas City Southern Profits Decline in Fourth Quarter
Kansas City Southern reported lower profits in the fourth quarter and full calendar year 2016 compared with the same period of 2015, although the freight railroad was most hurt due to foreign exchange rate losses from its international business.
January 20, 2017US Judge Approves Hanjin's Sale of Total Terminals International for $133 Million
A U.S. District Court bankruptcy judge has approved a $133 million dollar deal between Hanjin Shipping Co. and a terminal operating subsidiary of the Mediterranean Shipping Co. to purchase a majority share in Total Terminals International.
January 19, 2017Railroads Report Better Fourth Quarter, But Shakeup Could Alter Industry in 2017
The fourth quarter marked a turnaround for the railroad companies from the lackluster year, according to earnings released last week, but a potentially major shakeup could result in an interesting 2017 for the industry.
January 19, 2017CSX Reports Lower Earnings In Fourth Quarter But Matches Analyst Forecasts
CSX Corp. reported weaker earnings in the fourth quarter than the same period in 2015, although the freight carrier met analyst estimates compiled by Bloomberg News.
January 17, 2017Railroad Profit Rebound Plays Catch-Up to Yearlong Stock Surge
With U.S. railroads forecast to report their first earnings growth since 2015, a stock rally that began in anticipation of the profit rebound is looking overdone.