2019 Essential Management and Operating Information for the 100 Largest Private Carriers in North America
Up Front
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Rankings
Current Rank Company Tractors
1
Nutrien
4,349
2
Tyson Foods
3,233
3
CHS Inc.
1,826
4
Dean Foods
881
5
Darling Ingredients
797
6
Nestle Transportation Co.
789
7
Mondelez International
779
8
Prairie Farms Dairy
762
9
JBS Carriers
726
10
ADM Logistics
700
11
Sanderson Farms
500
12
Valley Proteins
488
13
Foster Farms
440
14
McKee Foods Corp.
346
15
Bimbo Bakeries USA
343
16
Pinnacle Agriculture Distribution
309
17
Gilster-Mary Lee Corp.
303
18
Wilbur-Ellis Co.
300
19
Borden Dairy
295
20
Goya Foods
264
21
Dairy Farmers of America
255
22
Boise Cascade
253
23
J.R. Simplot Co.
213
24
America's Service Line
194
25
Wayne Farms
188
26
International Paper Co.
177
27
American Proteins
157
28
Cargill Meat Solutions
141
29
Franz Family Bakery
125
30
BCT Inc.
110
31
Sunrise Transport
99
32
Co-Alliance
97
33
Upstate Niagara Cooperative
90
34
Brakebush Transportation
73
35
MFPS Transport
70
36
Umpqua Dairy Products Co.
64
37
Castellini Co.
58
38
Giorgio Foods
47
39
Land O'Lakes Inc.
43
40
Perdue Farms Inc.
41
41
Golden Flake Snack Foods
35
42
National Food Corp.
33
43
RWI Transportation
26
44
ConAgra Foods
23
44
Hillyard Inc.
23
46
Mennel Milling
20
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Private Carrier News
Business, Logistics, For-Hire, Private

Efficient Use of Space Is Key in Weak Freight Market: Study

Over-the-road carriers waiting for an upturn in the freight cycle must make the most efficient use of their trucks’ space to best ride out ongoing market weakness, according to CSCMP.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
June 18, 2024
Government, Business, Logistics, Private, Global Freight

Thousands of Drivers File Arbitration Claims Against Amazon

NEW YORK — Thousands of delivery drivers filed legal claims against Amazon on June 11, alleging the company’s classification of them as independent contractors has led to unpaid wages.

Haleluya Hadero | Associated Press
June 11, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics, For-Hire, Private

Private Fleets Pursuing Emissions Goals More Aggressively

Across all areas of the economy, shippers are facing increasing pressure to make their operations more sustainable and to meet environmental, sustainability and governance targets.

Amanda Smith-Teutsch | Special to Transport Topics
June 11, 2024
Business, Logistics, Private

Walmart Expects E-Commerce Profits Within Two Years

Walmart Inc. said it expects to generate profits in its U.S. e-commerce business within the next two years.

Jaewon Kang | Bloomberg News
June 7, 2024
Business, Logistics, Private

Walmart Offers Workers Opportunities in Skilled Trade Jobs

NEW YORK — Walmart is offering new perks for its hourly U.S. workers, ranging from a new bonus plan to opportunities to move into skilled trade jobs within the company.

Anne D’Innocenzio | Associated Press
June 5, 2024
Business, Private

International Paper Seeks to Reassure DS as Suzano Plots Bid

International Paper Co.’s top boss traveled to London to reaffirm his company’s commitment to merger partner DS Smith, downplaying a takeover offer from Suzano.

June 3, 2024
Business, Technology, Logistics, Private

Truck-Specific Navigation Software Offers Safety, Efficiency

As navigation and routing software applications grow more granular, developers are working to integrate pertinent data to support safe, efficient fleet operations.

Stephen Bennett | Special to Transport Topics
June 3, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Logistics, Autonomous, Private, Global Freight

Amazon to Expand US Drone Service

Amazon.com’s Prime Air drone program has been cleared by regulators to fly devices beyond the visual line of sight of pilots, increasing range and giving more customers access to the service.

Lynn Doan | Bloomberg News
May 30, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Private

Shippers, Private Fleets Aim for Sustainability

LAS VEGAS — Despite higher costs, some shippers and carriers continue to invest in alternative fuels and zero-emission transportation to meet their corporate sustainability objectives.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
May 28, 2024
Business, Private, Global Freight

Walmart Delivers Strong First Quarter

NEW YORK — Walmart Inc. reported another quarter of strong results May 16 as its low prices pull in shoppers scouring for discounts with inflation stubbornly high.

Anne D’Innocenzio | Associated Press
May 16, 2024
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