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Eagle Transport Corporation, a leading petroleum and chemical transportation and logistics company, announces the acquisition of Bulk Carriers, Inc. based in Dalton, Georgia. Since 1998, Bulk Carriers has provided quality dry bulk transportation services to a variety of regional industries.
Eagle Transport has continued to scale its company footprint, services, and operational capabilities in recent years through a combination of strategic acquisitions and organic growth initiatives. Eagle continues to grow and deliver customer-focused transportation solutions within the petroleum, chemical, and hazardous materials sectors.
Lance Collette, President & COO of Eagle Transport stated, “Bulk Carriers is a highly-respected leader in the dry bulk logistics market, with a long reputation of service and safety. We are excited to welcome their team into the Eagle family. This acquisition supports our strategy of providing an even greater level of service to our growing list of dry bulk clients.”
Kevin Brown, President of Bulk Carriers also shared, “We are excited to move into the next phase of high-quality customer service as we merge with Eagle Transport Corporation. Like Bulk Carriers, Eagle Transportation Corporation shares the same passion for offering personalized customer service. We are excited to join the Eagle team and continue to serve our customers for many years to come. We also thank our customers and suppliers for supporting a local-owned, small business and allowing us to serve and grow with you. We also extend a heartfelt and personal thanks to our dedicated drivers, maintenance crew, and office staff. Without those valued people, our success would not have been possible.”
About Eagle Transport Corporation
Established in 1969, Eagle Transport Corporation is recognized as a premier provider of petroleum and chemical transportation services in the Southeast. Their safety and customer-focused approach to business has allowed the company to cultivate longstanding relationships with its clients. With more than 20 terminals strategically located across the southeast, Eagle has over 500 tractors, 650 trailers, and 800 team members serving key customers in the petroleum and chemical markets.
About Bulk Carriers, Inc.
“High-volume trucking with a personalized customer service feel” has been the driving force of operations for Bulk Carriers, Inc. since 1998. What began as a one-man operation has evolved into a successful carrier service, known for efficiency, service, and safety. Located in Dalton, Georgia, Bulk Carriers has 22 tractors, 34 trailers, and 18 team members serving the needs of their customers for the past 25 years.