OUR CUSTOMERS
A CONSISTENT TRACK RECORD OF SUCCESS
With our company roots in rural Nebraska we tend not to toot our own horn. Humility is in our DNA. But we believe in setting the bar high and are proud of our Crete family when our customers recognize their performance. Our list of recent Carrier of the Year Awards reads like a Who’s Who of American business: Walmart, Kellogg’s, General Mills, Kimberly Clark, Home Depot and Transplace.
We strive to be a valued partner with our customers, listening to their needs and responding to their challenges. We’ve built decades-long relationships based on trust and commitment. Our priority is serving OUR customers; we don’t broker freight and we don’t haul brokered freight.
SPECIALIZED SERVICES FOR EACH CUSTOMER'S UNIQUE NEEDS
At Crete Carrier Corporation, we believe in providing business solutions that are customized to meet your unique needs and nimble enough to adapt to any situation.
DEDICATED FLEETS
Dedicated fleets work full-time for you, custom-designed to meet your needs. And Crete Carrier/Shaffer Trucking is one of the largest providers of dedicated services in the country. Our sales and operations teams work directly with you to ensure the experienced drivers on your fleet deliver safely and on-time every day.
REGIONAL FLEETS
Regional fleets cover most areas of the nation, strategically developed around key transportation corridors and our extensive terminal network. Our regional drivers know the routes well and develop connections with frequent customers.
LOCAL SERVICES
Local services include spotting and shuttling services operating in various locations throughout the country.
CUSTOM SOLUTIONS
Custom solutions are always an option when a customer has a special request.
SPECIALIZED SERVICES FOR YOUR UNIQUE NEEDS
At Crete Carrier Corporation, we believe in providing business solutions that are customized to meet your unique needs and nimble enough to adapt to any situation.
DEDICATED FLEETS
Dedicated fleets work full-time for you, custom-designed to meet your needs. And Crete Carrier/Shaffer Trucking is one of the largest providers of dedicated services in the country. Our sales and operations teams work directly with you to ensure the experienced drivers on your fleet deliver safely and on-time every day.
REGIONAL FLEETS
Regional fleets cover most areas of the nation, strategically developed around key transportation corridors and our extensive terminal network. Our regional drivers know the routes well and develop connections with frequent customers.
LOCAL SERVICES
Local services include spotting and shuttling services operating in various locations throughout the country.
CUSTOM SOLUTIONS
Custom solutions are always an option when a customer has a special request.
FINANCIAL STABILITY
In an era of uncertainty, our customers trust the stability of Crete Carrier, Shaffer Trucking, and Hunt Transportation.
We’re a family-owned company from the terminals to the trucks. And Crete Carrier Corporation is debt-free, one-hundred percent asset-based — and committed to staying that way.
COMMITMENT TO SAFETY
Safety is our top priority. We keep cargo safe — and operate safely to provide better on-time service.
SAFETY FIRST AND FOREMOST
- Industry-leading safety scores
- Newer equipment – most trucks are 2 years old or less
- Terminal shops provide frequent maintenance and timely repairs to reduce downtime
EMBRACING TECHNOLOGY
With Crete Carrier, you’ll have a shipping partner that is nimble, flexible and properly equipped with cutting-edge technology to adapt to any situation the road throws at us.
TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN
- Load and network optimization
- Track, trace and visibility systems
- Focused on automation
- Services tailored to customer needs
- FourKites Premiere Carrier
STRATEGIC CUSTOMER PARTNERSHIPS FUEL OUR SUCCESS
At Crete, Shaffer, and Hunt, we take our commitment to service seriously. Every vendor we serve is part of a network of carefully-crafted strategic partnerships, with our mutual success hinging on our tireless dedication to being dependable, timely, consistent, and excellent at what we do.
We are not in business for the awards and recognition, but we appreciate hearing how happy our customers are with our service. Here are a few of the recent awards we have received from our vendor partners in recognition of our efforts.
2024 Awards
- General Mills Platinum Dry Carrier of the Year
- Gorton Seafood Outstanding Carrier Award
- Hershey Carrier of the Year
- Hershey Individual Excellence Award - Poppy McLeod
- KBX Dedicated Driver of the Year - Teresa Simkunas
- Kellanova Dry Carrier of the Year
- Kimberly Clark National Carrier of the Year
- Mars Petcare Carrier of the Year
- SmartWay Excellence Award
- Target All Star Award - Valerie Dingman
2023 Awards
- Costco Best Dedicated Service
- Deschutes Brewery Carrier of the Year
- Hershey Service Carrier of the Year
- General Mills OTIF Dry Carrier of the Year
- Gorton's Truckload Carrier of the Year
- Kimberly Clark Carrier of the Year
- Mars Petcare Carrier of the Year
- Target All Star Award - Valerie Dingman
2022 Awards
- ATA Safe Fleet Award - 1,000+ Employee Division - 2nd Place
- Deschutes Brewery Carrier of the Year
- Gorton's Truckload Carrier of the Year
2021 Awards
- Hershey GEM Award - Steven Byroad
- Kimberly Clark Carrier of the Year
- TMHA Fleet Safety - 1st Place Large Carrier Division
- Transplace Carrier of the Year
- Tyson Premier Carrier
2020 Awards
- General Mills OTIF Dry Carrier of the Year
- Georgia Pacific Carrier of the Year
- Home Depot Large Truckload Carrier of the Year
- Transplace Carrier of the Year
- Tootsie Roll Pop Top Performer of the Year - Jodee Leach
- Walmart Transportation Cheyenne - 1st Place Inbound Service
2019 Awards
- Home Depot Large Truckload Carrier of the Year
- Kimberly Clark Carrier of the Year
- Transplace Carrier of the Year
- Walmart Ambient Carrier of the Year
GREAT VISIBILITY FROM POINT A TO POINT B
From booking to delivery, Crete Carrier Corporation has the technology to help our customers keep an eye on their goods. Our load-tracking software gives you an up-to-date status of your shipment, so you can rest assured it’s right on track. You can also use your personal login to access images of original, signed bills of lading.
OUR TERRITORY EXTENDS FROM COAST TO COAST
Regional fleets offer a variety of options with dedicated and regional characteristics. Experienced drivers get to know their customers and the diverse mix of freight within each region, elevating the level of service they provide.
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