Estes Express Lines - Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix service center of Estes Express Lines, operating under active FMCSA motor-carrier authority USDOT 121018 and MC 97275.
Review profileTrucking Companies in Phoenix Metro, Arizona
Compare 5 active directory profiles using documented capabilities and local operating fit.
Planning trucking companies service in Phoenix Metro
Phoenix is a fast-growing Southwest manufacturing and distribution market. Freight demand spans semiconductor and construction supply chains, regional fulfillment, temperature-sensitive goods, and lanes connecting Southern California, Texas, and Mexico.
Market coverage: This page includes providers based in Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Glendale, Tolleson, Scottsdale, Peoria, Goodyear, Avondale. Each profile shows its actual base.
Use the profiles below to build a shortlist, then confirm the precise lane, cargo, equipment, timing, authority, insurance, availability, and price directly with each provider.
Freight connections
- I-10 and I-17 corridors
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
- Loop 202 and Loop 303 logistics areas
Industries shaping demand
- semiconductors
- construction
- retail distribution
- food and beverage
Questions to resolve
- Confirm heat-management requirements for sensitive cargo, trailers, and warehouse dwell time.
- Check the provider’s regular coverage on Southern California, border, and Mountain West lanes.
Evidence to compare
- USDOT or MC evidence
- Operating lanes and service area
- Cargo and equipment fit
- Insurance and shipment-specific availability
What trucking companies do in the Phoenix Metro market
Trucking companies operate the power equipment used for local, regional, or long-haul freight and may specialize by trailer, commodity, or lane.
In Phoenix Metro, the operating context includes I-10 and I-17 corridors, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Loop 202 and Loop 303 logistics areas. Demand is shaped by semiconductors, construction, retail distribution, food and beverage.
Shortlist criteria
- USDOT or MC operating evidence
- Lane, equipment, commodity, and service coverage
- Insurance, safety, tracking, and claims process
- Capacity, appointment, detention, and accessorial terms
Questions before requesting a quote
- Will the listed carrier operate the load directly with the required equipment?
- Are pickup, delivery, tracking, detention, layover, and cargo-claim responsibilities documented?
Directory evidence standard: UNITECARGO requires a USDOT or MC number, detailed capabilities, and recent review for an indexable carrier profile.
Provider counts by service
As of , this directory lists the following active profiles marked verified:
- 5 trucking companies
Ports, airports, and corridors this page covers
- I-10 and I-17 corridors
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
- Loop 202 and Loop 303 logistics areas
Local selection rules
Phoenix is a fast-growing Southwest manufacturing and distribution market. Freight demand spans semiconductor and construction supply chains, regional fulfillment, temperature-sensitive goods, and lanes connecting Southern California, Texas, and Mexico.
- Confirm heat-management requirements for sensitive cargo, trailers, and warehouse dwell time.
- Check the provider’s regular coverage on Southern California, border, and Mountain West lanes.
When to use a broker, a carrier, or a 3PL in Phoenix Metro
Phoenix Metro is not one vendor type. The right first call depends on whether the freight still needs a building, a licensed desk, or a truck.
| When this is the job | Use | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Inventory, fulfillment, or staging near I-10 and I-17 corridors | 3PL | The constraint is the building, cutoff, and handling—not a one-off truck. |
| A one-time or irregular lane after the freight is ready to roll | Freight broker | You need a licensed desk to source capacity, not a warehouse agreement. |
| A dedicated lane you can fill and schedule | Carrier | Direct USDOT or MC identity and equipment beat an extra handoff. |
Compare documented Trucking Companies capabilities in Phoenix Metro
Compare provider bases, modes, capabilities, service-appropriate evidence, and verification dates before requesting shipment-specific terms.
| Provider | Base | Transport modes | Documented capabilities | MC | DOT | FMC | CBP | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estes Express Lines - Phoenix | Phoenix, AZ | Truck Ltl, Truck Ftl | National LTL, Phoenix Terminal, Next-Day Lanes | 97275 | 121018 | — | — | Aug 16, 2026 |
| Knight Transportation Inc | Phoenix, AZ | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Intermodal +1 | Dedicated Contract Carriage, Refrigerated Transport, National Truckload +1 | MC-227271 | 428823 | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Shamrock Foods Company | Phoenix, AZ | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl | Food Distribution, Temperature Controlled, Restaurant Supply Chain | MC-178954 | 54336 | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Stewart Transport | Phoenix, AZ | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl | Refrigerated Transport, Temperature Controlled, Food Distribution | 308671 | 668617 | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Swift Transportation Co of Arizona LLC | Phoenix, AZ | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Intermodal +1 | National Truckload, Dedicated Contract Carriage, Refrigerated Transport +1 | MC-136818 | 54283 | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
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Trucking Companies profiles in Phoenix Metro
Knight Transportation Inc
Phoenix, AZ
Major national carrier based in Phoenix providing dedicated and irregular route truckload services with comprehensive Southwest coverage and advanced fleet technology.
Review profileShamrock Foods Company
Phoenix, AZ
Leading foodservice distributor with dedicated fleet serving restaurants and foodservice operations across the Southwest with comprehensive cold chain capabilities.
Review profileStewart Transport
Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix-based refrigerated carrier specializing in temperature-controlled transportation for food and perishable goods throughout Southwest markets.
Review profileSwift Transportation Co of Arizona LLC
Phoenix, AZ
One of Americas largest truckload carriers providing comprehensive FTL, LTL, and dedicated transportation services with major Southwest operations headquartered in Phoenix.
Review profileQuestions about Trucking Companies in Phoenix Metro
How many trucking companies are listed in Phoenix Metro?
UNITECARGO currently lists 5 active profiles in the Phoenix Metro market that are marked verified and classified as trucking companies. Counts change as records are reviewed.
What freight connections matter for trucking companies in Phoenix Metro?
This page covers I-10 and I-17 corridors, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Loop 202 and Loop 303 logistics areas. Confirm the provider actually serves the terminal, airport, or corridor your shipment uses.
How should I compare trucking companies in Phoenix Metro?
Confirm heat-management requirements for sensitive cargo, trailers, and warehouse dwell time. Check the provider’s regular coverage on Southern California, border, and Mountain West lanes.
When should I use a broker, a carrier, or a 3PL in Phoenix Metro?
Use a 3PL when inventory has to sit or get picked. Use a freight broker when the freight is ready and you need capacity. Use a carrier when you have a dedicated lane and can work a USDOT or MC identity directly.