Services

Every load we carry is built on one commitment: Delivering Safely … On Time!!!® We build long-term partnerships by delivering shipments safely, on time and with urgency, and by understanding our customers’ needs across the supply chain.

Dry Van: Hazmat and Chemical Transport

Hazmat and chemical transport experts. Since 1985, leading Fortune 500 chemical manufacturers have trusted Empire Express for safe, compliant transport of hazardous materials, including cyanide and other high-risk chemicals. We are a certified Signatory to the International Cyanide Management Code.

Time-sensitive by design. Time-sensitive freight is more critical than ever. We use software to optimize our operations and reduce transit time, and we invest in on-board anti-theft protection for the loads we carry.

Real-time tracking and visibility. GPS-enabled technology on our tractors and trailers gives full supply chain transparency, so your shipments are delivered safely and on time.

Regulatory compliance and documentation. Our operations are fully aligned with Federal and State regulations, with compliance built into every step.

Dedicated fleet and capacity. A reliable, safety-focused fleet and highly trained, experienced Empire employees use advanced technology and proven processes to deliver your chemical shipments securely, efficiently and on time.

Product stewardship and environmental protection. Our process-based safety management system is designed for zero accidents, injuries and environmental incidents, and prioritizes secure chemical transportation.

Talk to our dry van team. Dry van sales is led by Don Stroud, Vice President of Sales & Customer Operations, who brings more than 20 years with Empire to every customer relationship. donstroud@empireexpress.com · (901) 251-1273

Flatbed

On-time performance. Trusted since 1985 for reliable, on-time deliveries, our flatbed division hauls steel, pipe, aluminum coil and sheet, and roofing materials with a 98% on-time performance rate.

Regional and dedicated service. Our regional flatbed fleet runs throughout the South, the Ohio Valley and the East Coast, and our dedicated flatbed operation gives shippers committed, day-in, day-out capacity.

Securement you can count on. Our drivers receive comprehensive training in freight securement, and our fleet is backed by advanced technology and proven processes for secure, efficient delivery.

Real-time tracking and visibility. GPS-enabled technology gives full visibility, so you know where your freight is from pickup to delivery.

Customer-centric solutions. Our flatbed management team, each with over 25 years of experience moving building materials and flatbed freight, provides tailored solutions for your specific needs, with seamless coordination at every step.

Talk to our flatbed team. Flatbed sales is led by Gary Buchanan, Flatbed Sales Manager, who brings more than 30 years of experience in flatbed and building-materials freight. gary@empirelogistics.net · (901) 262-7003

New Business and Partnerships

Shipping both van and flatbed, planning a new lane, or looking for dedicated capacity? Keith Jones, Vice President of Business Development, works alongside Don and Gary to bring the right Empire team to your freight. keithjones@empireexpress.com · (479) 670-1336

Dedicated

Empire offers dedicated services in refrigerated trailer and hazmat delivery using customer provided bulk ISO containers on Empire chassis. When it’s the best solution, we focus on solving our customer’s challenges with customized dedicated solutions. Ever since we secured our first OTR dedicated contract in 2012, we’ve offered OTR services, making use of the Empire Express backhaul network, saving costs to the client.

Logistics

Safety comes first in logistics too, so we are very selective in choosing which carriers to work with. The goal of Empire Express Logistics is not to be the largest broker in logistics but to be the safest. If a carrier does not meet our stringent qualifications we don’t select them as a partner. Our primary objective in logistics is to provide completely transparent, safe solutions and we deliver this through a select, highly reliable partner-carrier base. See Empire Logistics.

International

For over a decade, Empire Express has been offering services across the border with Canada. We also have been running loads south of the border to Mexico with partner carriers for years. To make sure we are safe and secure as we move across the border, we actively participate in the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT). We take security seriously and we’re proud to be a certified C-TPAT carrier partner. Today, over 5% of Empire Express revenue comes directly from our cross-border Canadian operations. We look forward to continued growth and the opportunity to serve our customers in this area.

Premium Equipment and Technology

Empire Express invests in the best equipment and technology available. We’re committed to operating in a way that benefits our drivers, our shipping partners, and our bottom line. The average age of our tractors is 18 months, and the average age of our trailers is 60 months. All our tractors and trailers are equipped with Samsara gateways for real-time visibility that can be shared with our stakeholders as needed. All our tractors are equipped with Samsung tablets with in-cab scanning and navigation, Samsara E-Logs and event recorders, and Stoneridge MirrorEye camera-mirror technology.

We run premium, late-model tractors spec’d for the work. Our Over-the-Road van division runs the Peterbilt 579 UltraLoft, and our Regional Flatbed division runs 2026 and 2027 Freightliner Cascadias and 2027 Volvo VNL 840s. Every truck comes with the comforts that keep experienced drivers with us: leather seats, Smart TVs, free Sirius radio, refrigerators, APU/EPUs and more.