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HazMat LTL Expertise: Sutton Transport’s Pro Approach
Placard displaying the number 1203 with a flame symbol. Navigating the complex world of HazMat regulations can be intricate, especially when merging with LTL (Less Than Truckload) services. Sutton Transport has honed its HazMat LTL expertise in this area to ensure impeccable compliance and efficient transport. Starting the Journey: The Importance of the …
Scaling Success in LTL Trucking: The Metronome Effect at Sutton Transport
The LTL trucking industry is a highly competitive one. In order to succeed, LTL companies like Sutton Transport need to be able to operate efficiently and effectively. Even more, growing an LTL network is especially challenging when trying to create consistency throughout your service centers. Almost 10 years ago, I came across a book by …
Driver Retention Strategies: Sutton Transport’s Commitment to Excellence
At Sutton Transport, we recognize that building a strong team of truck drivers is essential for our success. By prioritizing a positive work environment, competitive benefits, and driver satisfaction, we have created a great place for our drivers to work. In this article, we will explore the importance of driver retention at Sutton Transport …
Building a Stronger Driving Team: Unlock Your Future with Sutton Transport
Join the Driving Force at Sutton Transport and Take the Wheel of Your Career Looking to rev up your career as a truck driver? Look no further than Sutton Transport, a trusted name in the trucking industry. At Sutton Transport, we prioritize building a strong driving team and continuously expanding our talented roster. We believe …
Shipping Your Freight with Guaranteed Delivery Time
Can I Guarantee Shipping Delivery Time? We know that as a job site manager or production planner, you are committed to meeting hard deadlines that aren’t always within your control. Hurdles such as supply shortages, production delays, and slow shipping are a lot to deal with. Let Sutton Transport go the extra mile to get your …
Sutton Transport Acquires EF Express
Sutton Transport Inc. is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement to purchase E F Express, a Highland, Illinois-based provider of less-than-truckload (LTL) services. This strategic acquisition is set to close on June 30, 2021. Sutton Transport has partnered with E F Express for several years to provide services in southern Illinois and the St. Louis metro area. This acquisition is a significant step toward Sutton Transport’s objective of expanding its direct coverage to all major markets throughout the Midwest …
Together We Can Beat Childhood Cancer
Many of you know my daughter was diagnosed with cancer in May of 2017. It’s been a difficult journey for our family. We still live day-to-day not knowing if our little girl is going to be alright. Going through this experience has opened my eyes to the struggle of other children and their families who …
Improved Operational Efficiencies
Leading Midwest private carrier Sutton Transport announced this morning the improved operation efficiencies and the elimination of biller turnover in its freight billing process partnership with freight back-office partner DDC FPO. As a result of this partnership, the carrier projects an annual 44% in cost savings that can be dedicated to other core business matters. …
Sutton Transport Acquires CRH Transportation’s LTL Division
Sutton Transport is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement to purchase the less-than-truckload (LTL) division of CRH Transportation. This strategic acquisition is set to close on December 3, 2021, marking Sutton Transport's largest acquisition to date. The acquisition aligns with Sutton Transport’s objective of expanding its direct coverage to all major markets throughout the Midwest …
Sutton Transport Acquires Finish Line Express
Sutton Transport is proud to announce the acquisition of Finish Line Express, a Minneapolis-based provider of less-than-truckload (LTL) services. This strategic acquisition marks another step in Sutton Transport’s ongoing expansion and commitment to providing comprehensive transportation solutions across the Midwest …
The Best in the Midwest: Dohrn & Sutton January Integration Update
On January 1, 2025, the PITT OHIO Transportation Group acquired Sutton Transport with the intent to merge Sutton into Dohrn to create one company with more customers, more shipments, increased shipment density, and better service. What have me accomplished to date? The Dohrn and Sutton Transport operating companies have improved service while becoming more …