A total of 18 truckload carriers were selected across six mileage-based divisions. The awards recognize fleets with the lowest accident frequency ratios per million miles, highlighting carriers that consistently demonstrate strong safety performance and operational discipline.

The annual competition is sponsored by Great West Casualty Co. and Arthur J. Gallagher.

What the Fleet Safety Awards Measure

TCA’s Fleet Safety Awards focus on measurable safety outcomes rather than subjective criteria. Carriers are evaluated based on accident frequency ratios calculated per million miles traveled. Winners are determined within mileage categories to ensure fair comparisons between fleets of different sizes.

“We’re proud to support TCA’s Fleet Safety Awards and the carriers recognized this year,” said Andy Engardio, transportation vertical leader at Arthur J. Gallagher.

“These companies are investing in their drivers, prioritizing safe operations and holding themselves accountable every day,” he continued. “We congratulate this year’s winners and appreciate TCA’s continued leadership in promoting safer roads for everyone.”

Path to the Grand Prizes

Each of the 18 division winners is now eligible to compete for one of two overall Fleet Safety grand prizes. One award will be presented to a carrier operating fewer than 25 million miles annually, while the second will recognize a carrier with more than 25 million miles.

The grand prize winners will be announced during Truckload 2026, TCA’s Annual Convention, scheduled for February 28 through March 3 at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.

All division winners and grand prize recipients will also be formally recognized at TCA’s 2026 Safety and Security Meeting, set for June 7 through June 9 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Sponsor Perspective on Safety Leadership

“Great West Casualty Company is proud to sponsor the TCA Fleet Safety Awards, which recognize motor carriers for their dedication to a safety mindset and a culture of risk control,” said Steve Ponder, senior vice president at Great West Casualty Company.

“These motor carriers truly stand out across the trucking industry,” he continued. “The awards honor those who promote safety through meaningful investments in technology and training, and Great West Casualty Company is honored to recognize their achievements.”

2025 Fleet Safety Award Division Winners

Division I less than 5 million miles

• First place CJ Logistics Transportation LLC, Des Plaines, Illinois
• Second place Spur Freight Services Inc., an AIT Worldwide Logistics company, Austin, Texas
• Third place Specialty Transport Inc., Knoxville, Tennessee

Division II 5 to 14.99 million miles

• First place B.R. Williams Trucking LLC, Eastaboga, Alabama
• Second place Clopay Transportation Co., Troy, Ohio
• Third place Transportes Olympic, Nuevo León, Mexico

Division III 15 to 24.99 million miles

• First place Christenson Transportation Inc., Strafford, Missouri
• Second place Chalk Mountain Services of Texas LLC, Fort Worth, Texas
• Third place Mill Creek Motor Freight, Ayr, Ontario, Canada

Division IV 25 to 49.99 million miles

• First place Triple Eight Transport Inc., Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
• Second place 4Tracks Ltd., CentrePort, Manitoba, Canada
• Third place Johnson Feed Inc., Canton, South Dakota

Division V 50 to 99.99 million miles

• First place May Trucking Co., Salem, Oregon
• Second place Carter Express, Anderson, Indiana
• Third place PGT Trucking Inc., Aliquippa, Pennsylvania

Division VI 100 million miles or more

• First place NFI Industries, Camden, New Jersey
• Second place Bison Transport, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
• Third place Marten Transport Ltd., Mondovi, Wisconsin

Where to Learn More

Additional details about TCA’s Fleet Safety Awards program, including eligibility requirements and competition rules, are available at truckload.org/fleet-safety. Images from past Fleet Safety Awards presentations can also be viewed through TCA’s Flickr album.

Source: The Trucker

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The program, sponsored by Great West Casualty Company, highlights tank haulers whose work reflects the highest standards in safety and professionalism. These finalists come from fleets across the country, each with their own story and years of earned expertise.

The 2025–2026 Finalists

NTTC named the following drivers as this year’s top contenders:

• Bruce Jones – G&D Trucking, Inc. / Hoffman Transportation, LLC
• Jarrod Alsobrooks – SWTO, LLC
• Joseph Hafford – Kenan Advantage Group
• Michael Key – Kenan Advantage Group
• Jorge Hernandez – Certified Express, Inc.
• Anthony Rocha – Foodliner
• Scott Tempus – Quest Liner
• Andrew Givens – ADM Trucking

One of these drivers will earn the title of Grand Champion when NTTC holds its Annual Conference in Baltimore from April 20 to 22, 2026.

What the Grand Champion Does

The driver selected as Grand Champion will take on a role that goes beyond day-to-day driving. NTTC relies on this individual to help share the industry’s message of safety and education across the country. Drivers often speak at events, represent the tank sector in national discussions, and help raise awareness about the level of skill and responsibility tank operations require.

For drivers out on the road, this recognition serves as a reminder that the industry still values safe habits, consistent professionalism, and the effort it takes to run tank loads the right way.

More information about the Driver of the Year Champion program can be found at tanktruck.org/doy.

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“From delivering essential goods to supporting millions of families with good-paying jobs, the trucking industry has a powerful story to tell.  The Mike Russell Award showcases the creativity and dedication of individuals and organizations that amplify the stories of the hardworking men and women who are driving our country forward,” said ATA Chief Operations Officer Sarah Rajtik. “This award recognizes people who go above and beyond to improve the image of trucking, while inspiring others to contribute in the future.”

Great West Casualty Company, a longtime supporter of this initiative, proudly sponsors the 2025 award.

“Great West Casualty Company is proud to support an award as significant as the Mike Russell Trucking Industry Image Award,” said Steve Ponder, Senior Vice President of Great West Casualty Company. “Thanks to the influence of past and future award winners, the image of trucking has become increasingly positive each year.”

About the Mike Russell Trucking Industry Image Award

This annual award recognizes individuals, companies, and organizations that creatively advocate for and promote the trucking industry. This award is presented to an individual, motor carrier, trucking organization, and industry supplier who demonstrates excellence in creating a positive image for the trucking industry.

Last year’s award recipients included the Ohio Trucking Association, Meijer Logistics LLC, and DDC Freight Process Outsourcing LLC.

How to Nominate

Created in 2007 to honor Mike Russell, a former ATA Vice President of Public Affairs and a dedicated supporter of the trucking industry, this award is judged by an impartial panel of experts. Judges evaluate submissions based on the following criteria:

• Creativity

• Frequency

• Reach

• Impact

• Execution

Completed nominations must be submitted to ATA’s Industry Affairs Department by August 4. Winners will be announced during the 2025 ATA Management Conference and Exhibition, scheduled to take place from October 25 to 28 in San Diego, California.

For more information or to submit your nomination, please visit the official nomination page.

Celebrate those who go the extra mile to highlight the vital contributions of America’s trucking industry. Submit your nomination today!

Source: American Trucking Associations (ATA)

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“The LMTA Foundation is proud to shine a spotlight on these companies and their commitment to safety,” said Renee Amar, executive director of the LMTA Foundation. “Their dedication to improving highway safety sets a high standard for the industry and makes a real difference on Louisiana’s and the nation’s roads.”

Recognizing Safety Excellence in the Trucking Industry

The winners represent companies achieving the lowest accident frequency ratios per million miles annually, segmented by mileage and cargo categories. This dedication to safety underscores the commitment these businesses hold toward fostering safer roads across Louisiana and beyond.

All honorees will gather for recognition during the Truck Safety Awards Banquet on March 1 at the L’Auberge Hotel in Baton Rouge. The banquet will also honor recipients of the Most Improved Award and the coveted President’s Award, for which all category winners are eligible.

Meet the 2025 Louisiana Fleet Safety Awards Winners

Below is the list of this year’s top-performing companies across various categories:

Under 1 million miles | Hazardous/Tank

• 1st place: FreedomTrucks of America

• 1st place: Newman Transport

• 1st place: Occidental Chemical Corporation

• 2nd place: O’Nealgas, Inc.

1,000,000-3,000,000 miles | Hazardous/Tank Materials

• 1st place: Hercules Transport, Inc.

• 2nd place: Texas Transeastern

3,000,000-6,000,000 miles | Hazardous/Tank Materials

• 1st place: Ergon Trucking Inc.

6,000,000-9,000,000 miles | Hazardous/Tank Materials

• 1st place: Dupre’ Logistics

Under 1 million miles | Miscellaneous

• 1st place: Occidental Chemical Corporation

• 1st place: Sabel Steel

• 2nd place: River City Ready Mix

9,000,000-12,000,000 miles | Miscellaneous

• 1st place: Dupre’ Logistics

1,000,000-3,000,000 miles | General Commodities Truckload

• 1st place: New South Express

12,000,000-20,000,000 miles | General Commodities Truckload

• 1st place: C&S Wholesale Service Inc.

• 2nd place: Walmart Transportation

1,000,000-3,000,000 miles | General Commodities LTL

• 1st place: Martin Brower

9,000,000-12,000,000 miles | General Commodities LTL

• 1st place: Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.

Under 1 million miles | Household Goods

• 1st place: American Moving and Storage

Under 1 million miles | Heavy Haulers

• 1st place: RedGuard

1,000,000-3,000,000 miles | Heavy Haulers

• 1st place: D & J Construction

Celebrating a Legacy of Safer Highways

The 2025 Louisiana Fleet Safety Awards reflect the commitment of businesses operating in the trucking industry toward building safer roads for everyone. Each winning company serves as an example, setting benchmarks for safety practices and fostering a culture of responsibility.

Source: Truckers News

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The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has officially announced the 18 division winners of its 49th Annual TCA Fleet Safety Awards. Sponsored by Great West Casualty Company and Assured Partners, the awards highlight motor carriers that have achieved exceptional safety performance within their divisions.

Recognition for Dedication to Roadway Safety

“Every year, these submissions and ratios are growing tighter and tighter as a testament to the programs and technology that motor carriers are using to improve upon their safety performance,” stated Dave Heller, TCA’s senior vice president of safety and government affairs. “Involvement in TCA and other industry associations have demonstrated and proven the very notion that there are no secrets in safety and our industry’s fundamental goal of eliminating fleet vehicle accidents and fatalities on our roadways is an objective that we are ultimately striving for. I congratulate these 18 motor carriers that have led the way this year and the tireless efforts of every motor carrier in our industry that constantly strives to improve upon their operations by continuously placing safety first.”

This annual recognition shines a spotlight on carriers that prioritize safety by maintaining the lowest accident frequency ratios per million miles traveled, divided into six mileage-based categories.

Road to Grand Prizes

The 18 winners are now eligible to compete for one of two prestigious grand prizes, which will recognize the safest carriers among different mileage brackets. One prize will honor carriers with under 25 million miles annually, while the other will be awarded to carriers surpassing that threshold.

The grand prize winners will be unveiled at Truckload 2025, TCA’s Annual Convention, happening from March 15-18, 2025, at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Additionally, all winners will be celebrated at TCA’s 2025 Safety & Security Meeting, scheduled for June 8-10 in Louisville, Kentucky.

Honoring 2024’s Fleet Safety Division Winners

Division I (Less than 5 million miles)

• 1st Place: Liberty Linehaul West, Inc. – Montebello, CA

• 2nd Place: Meyers Brothers Trucking – Pioneer, OH

• 3rd Place: Next Logistics – Marshfield, WI

Division II (5-14.99 million miles)

• 1st Place: Stallion Transportation Group – Beebe, AR

• 2nd Place: B.R. Williams Trucking – Oxford, AL

• 3rd Place: Transpro Freight Systems – Milton, ON, Canada

Division III (15-24.99 million miles)

• 1st Place: Unlimited Carrier Inc. – Bolingbrook, IL

• 2nd Place: Loblaw Transport, Inc. – Calgary, AB, Canada

• 3rd Place: Lion Force Transport Inc. – Brampton, ON, Canada

Division IV (25-49.99 million miles)

• 1st Place: Erb Transport Ltd – New Hamburg, ON, Canada

• 2nd Place: Johnson Feed Inc. – Canton, SD

• 3rd Place: Trans-West Logistics – Lachine, QC, Canada

Division V (50-99.99 million miles)

• 1st Place: Challenger Motor Freight Inc. – Cambridge, ON, Canada

• 2nd Place: Nussbaum Transportation – Hudson, IL

• 3rd Place: Decker Truck Line Inc. – Fort Dodge, IA

Division VI (100 million or more miles)

• 1st Place: Bison Transport – Winnipeg, MB, Canada

• 2nd Place: CFI – Joplin, MO

• 3rd Place: Prime Inc. – Springfield, MO

Learn More About the TCA Fleet Safety Awards

For additional details about the TCA Fleet Safety Awards, including eligibility criteria and rules, visit the TCA Fleet Safety Awards webpage.

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