Crete Carrier Corp.
Crete Carrier Corp. is a leading transportation and logistics company in North America. They offer a wide range of services, including truckload, intermodal, brokerage, and logistics. Crete Carrier Corp. is committed to providing excellent customer service, and they have a track record of sustainability initiatives.
Crete Carrier Corp. is a North American transportation and logistics company with nationwide coverage and reach. They offer coast-to-coast services with their three operation divisions: Crete Carrier Dry Van Division, Shaffer Trucking Refrigerated Division, and Hunt Transportation Flatbed Division. They offer a wide range of services, including truckload, less-than-truckload, intermodal, brokerage, and logistics. Crete Carrier Corp. has a long track record of excellence. Industry organizations have recognized them for their safety, reliability, and customer service.
Why Choose Crete Carrier Corp.?
- Operates throughout the lower 48 states, reaching a vast network of destinations
- Offer a variety of trailer types, including dry vans, flatbeds, refrigerated units, and tankers, catering to diverse cargo requirements
- Advanced technology for shipment tracking, communication, and streamlining processes, potentially offering businesses greater visibility and control over their shipments
Awards and Endorsements
- 2021 Food Logistics’ Top Green Providers
- 2021 & 2018 Supply & Demand Chain Executives’ Pros to Know: Matthew Brosious
- 2020 & 2019 Top Food Logistics’ 3PL & Cold Storage Provider Award
- 2020 & 2019 Business Observer’s Top 500 Companies on the Gulf Coast
- 2020 & 2017 SmartWay® Transport Partner
- 2020 & 2017 Food Logistics’ Champions: Rock Stars of the Supply Chain
- 2020 Best of Palm Harbor Awards for Local Businesses
- 2017 Green Supply Chain Award from Supply & Demand Chain Executive
- 2017 Tampa Bay Business Journal Heroes at Work
- 2016, 2015, & 2012 Food Logistics Top 100 Software and Technology Providers
- 2013 Tampa Bay Business 100 by Tampa Bay Business Journal
- 2013 Top 100 Great Supply Chain Partners by SupplyChainBrain
- 2012 TIA Samaritan Award Honorable Mention
- 2012, 2011 & 2010 TBBJ Fast 50 Recipient
- 2013, 2011, & 2010 Diversity Business Top Businesses
Nationwide Coverage and Reach:
United States: Crete Carrier Corp. operates in all 48 contiguous states, providing comprehensive coverage and shipping solutions throughout the nation.
Canada: Crete Carrier Corp. extends its services to key provinces in Canada, including Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, and Saskatchewan.
In addition to these areas, Crete Carrier Corp. also has extensive international reach, with partnerships in Mexico and potentially other regions.
Customer-centric approach:
Crete Carrier Corp. understands that your freight is important to you, and they take pride in providing excellent customer service. Their team of experts is available to help you with all of your shipping needs, from quoting to tracking to delivery. They are committed to providing you with a smooth and hassle-free shipping experience.
Track Record of Excellence:
Crete Carrier Corp. has a long history of providing reliable and efficient shipping services. They are proud to be one of the largest and most respected transportation companies in North America. They have a proven track record of delivering on their promises, and they are committed to providing you with the best possible shipping experience.
Crete Carrier:
The company possesses an extensive fleet of over 4,000 tractors and 10,500 53-foot trailers, allowing it to offer dependable delivery services to top-tier clients throughout the continental United States. Their drivers are highly skilled and proficient on the roads and boast one of the industry’s lowest turnover rates. By choosing them as your carrier, you can rest assured that your freight will be in the hands of a seasoned and dedicated team committed to timely and efficient delivery.
Shaffer Trucking:
Back in 1937, Shaffer Trucking’s inaugural job involved transporting chocolate across the nation, which was a crucial task for a refrigerated carrier to ensure that the goods remained cool. The company must have performed exceptionally well, as it has now grown to become one of the country’s largest transportation carriers of refrigerated products, boasting more than 1,100 tractors and 2,800 refrigerated trailers that cover national, regional, and local routes. While their specialty is transporting chilled goods, they are also equipped to transport tri-temp units set to cool, cold, and frozen.
Hunt Transportation:
At Hunt Transportation, they take great pride in their highly skilled and experienced drivers, capable of handling a wide range of specialized loads. From oversized and overweight freight to construction and agricultural equipment, raw materials, and machinery, their drivers have the expertise to deliver your load to its destination safely. With a national and dedicated fleet, they operate over 250 tractors and 600 flatbed freight, drop-deck, and RGN trailers across the 48 contiguous states.
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Headquarters:
Crete Carrier Corp. also has offices and terminals strategically located throughout the United States and potentially other regions.
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Founded:
1966 by Duane and Dale Acklie in Crete, Nebraska, USA. Began with six leased trailers.
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Services:
Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping, truckload shipping, package and courier shipping, logistics services, and specialized transportation solutions.
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Strategic Terminals for Effective Shipping
Crete Carrier Corp. operates terminals in key locations in the United States, extending their reach and providing seamless shipping solutions.
Locations: Phoenix, AZ, West Memphis, AR, Deland, FL, Marietta, GA, Indianapolis, IN, Mankato, MN distribution center, Kansas City, MO, Lincoln, NE, North Platte, NE distribution center, Omaha, NE, Statesville, NC, Columbus, OH, Pauls Valley, OK distribution center, Tulsa, OK, Mechanicsburg, PA, Lenoir City, TN, Wilmer, TX, North Salt Lake, UT, and Cheyenne, WY, terminal and distribution center.
Partnership with FreightCenters:
FreightCenters is a technology-driven freight marketplace connecting shippers with carriers, allowing them to compare rates and book shipping efficiently.
The partnership benefits both Crete Carrier Corp. and shippers by optimizing efficiency and affordability in shipping solutions.
Benefits of the Partnership for Shippers:
Access to Crete Carrier Corp.’s extensive network of terminals and carriers: Shippers gain access to a broader range of shipping options, enabling faster deliveries and improved flexibility.
Competitive rates: The partnership aims to offer shippers more competitive shipping rates, enhancing cost-effectiveness.
Enhanced customer service: Shippers receive enhanced support and assistance through Crete Carrier Corp.’s customer service team.
The partnership between Crete Carrier Corp. and FreightCenters underscores the increasing collaboration between technology-driven platforms and traditional transportation providers, enhancing the transportation industry’s efficiency and effectiveness.
