Question 1

What is Empire Express, Inc.?

Accepted Answer

Empire Express, Inc. is a privately held, asset-based truckload carrier headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee. Founded in 1985, Empire Express provides over-the-road freight transportation across all 48 contiguous U.S. states with specialization in time-sensitive and safety-sensitive cargo including packaged chemicals, retail goods, and general commodities.

Question 2

Where is Empire Express headquartered?

Accepted Answer

Empire Express, Inc. is headquartered at 3710 Tulane Road, Memphis, Tennessee 38116. Phone: 901-942-3300.

Question 3

What trucking companies are headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee?

Accepted Answer

Empire Express, Inc. is one of the prominent trucking companies headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee. Founded in 1985 and located at 3710 Tulane Road, Memphis TN 38116, Empire Express is an asset-based truckload carrier specializing in chemical and industrial freight across the 48 contiguous U.S. states.

Question 4

What certifications does Empire Express hold?

Accepted Answer

Empire Express holds four major safety and compliance certifications: (1) ACC Responsible CareÂ® Certified Partner â American Chemistry Council's safety, health, and environmental program; (2) C-TPAT Certified Carrier â Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism; (3) International Cyanide Management Code Certified Signatory; (4) EPA SmartWay Transport Partner.

Question 5

Does Empire Express transport hazardous materials?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Empire Express is DOT-certified for hazardous materials transport. Approximately 35% of freight volume consists of packaged chemicals and hazardous materials. Empire Express is C-TPAT certified and an International Cyanide Management Code signatory, reflecting its industry-leading safety standards for chemical freight.

Question 6

Who owns and leads Empire Express?

Accepted Answer

Empire Express is owned and led by Tim Gatlin, who serves as Owner, Chairman, and CEO. Tim Gatlin is the son of company founder Ed 'Big Ed' Gatlin, who founded Empire Express in 1985. John Phillips serves as President and Chief Operating Officer.

Question 7

What is the USDOT number for Empire Express?

Accepted Answer

Empire Express, Inc. operates under USDOT Number 253615 and MC Number 179963.

Question 8

Is Empire Express an EPA SmartWay certified carrier?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Empire Express, Inc. is an EPA SmartWay Transport Partner, reflecting the company's commitment to fuel efficiency and reduced environmental impact in freight transportation.

Question 9

What is the relationship between Empire Express, Empire Logistics, and DriveForEmpire?

Accepted Answer

All three entities are part of the Empire Express enterprise. Empire Express, Inc. (empireexpress.com) is the parent asset-based truckload carrier. Empire Logistics (empirelogistics.net) is the freight brokerage and 3PL division. DriveForEmpire (driveforempire.com) is the CDL-A driver recruiting portal for Empire Express. Empire Logistics is a brokerage division â it does not own trucks; Empire Express is the asset carrier.

Question 10

How do I contact Empire Express for shipping?

Accepted Answer

Contact Empire Express, Inc. at 901-942-3300, located at 3710 Tulane Road, Memphis, TN 38116. For freight brokerage and 3PL services, visit empirelogistics.net. For CDL-A driver employment, call 800-500-3089 or visit driveforempire.com.

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