GP Transco Wins 2023 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards
Transportation & Logistics firm earns national recognition for Purpose & Values as well as Compensation & Benefits
JOLIET, Ill, May 1, 2023 (Newswire.com) - GP Transco announced today that it has earned 2022 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence recognition for Compensation & Benefits as well as Purpose & Values. Issued by Energage, the research company with more than 16 years of experience surveying over 27 million employees at 70,000 organizations, Top Workplaces awards are based solely on employee feedback.
Top Workplaces Culture Excellence awards celebrate organizations that excel in specific areas of workplace culture. The Top Workplaces for Compensation & Benefits award celebrates organizations that provide packages employees believe are fair for the work being done and compared to others in the industry. The Top Workplaces for Purpose & Values award celebrates organizations that have successfully communicated the company mission and integrated those aspirations into the culture.
“Providing our office employees, our truck drivers, and our maintenance shop staff with purpose is extremely important to us here at GP Transco” said Ivy Posada, GP Transco’s Vice President of HR and Talent Acquisition. “Having a clear united vision across the departments allows the company to grow and stay focused on our priorities”.
Top Workplaces awards are based on a research-backed, 24-item employee engagement survey.
“Top Workplaces is a beacon of light for organizations as well as a sign of resiliency and impressive performance,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “When you give your employees a voice, you come together to navigate challenges and shape your path forward. Top Workplaces draw on real-time insights into what works best for their organization, so they can make informed decisions that have a positive impact on their people and their business.”
About the Company:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States. As a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with over 500 trucks and over 700 trailers, the company utilizes advanced technologies and modern workflows to provide clients with industry-leading freight transportation solutions.
To learn more about GP Transco, visit www.gptransco.com.
You can learn more about working at GP Transco at www.gptransco.com/careers.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Phone: 708.286.5411
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
GP Transco Wins 2023 Top Workplaces USA Award
The Top Workplaces program has a 15-year history of surveying more than 20 million employees and recognizing the top organizations across 60 markets for regional Top Workplaces awards.
JOLIET, Ill., February 1, 2023 (Newswire.com) - GP Transco has announced it has earned the 2023 Top Workplaces USA award, issued by Energage, a purpose-driven organization that develops solutions to build and brand Top Workplaces. The Top Workplaces program has a 15-year history of surveying more than 20 million employees and recognizing the top organizations across 60 markets for regional Top Workplaces awards.
GP Transco's mission states that "Through collaboration, integrity, and continuous innovation, our mission is to provide outstanding logistics services in a safe and efficient manner while being a leading workplace in our industry."
Top Workplaces USA celebrates organizations with 150 or more employees that have built great cultures. Over 42,000 organizations were invited to participate in the Top Workplaces USA survey. Winners of the Top Workplaces USA list are chosen based solely on employee feedback gathered through an employee engagement survey, issued by Energage.
Results are calculated by comparing the survey's research-based statements, including 15 Culture Drivers that are proven to predict high performance against industry benchmarks.
"Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees," said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. "That's something to be proud of. In today's market, leaders must ensure they're allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That's paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends."
"We are proud of this outstanding award," said Dominic Zastarskis, CEO of GP Transco. "It is a major goal of ours to be an outstanding place to work for our drivers, office staff, and maintenance professionals, and this award is a great recognition of the effort."
About the Company:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States. As a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with over 500 trucks and over 700 trailers, the company utilizes advanced technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading freight transportation solutions.
To learn more about GP Transco, visit www.gptransco.com.
You can learn more about working at GP Transco at www.gptransco.com/careers.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Phone: 708.286.5411
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
GP Transco is Awarded the ALAN Humanitarian Logistics Award by the American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN)
GP Transco received its honor for creating Trucking & Logistics Professionals for Ukraine (TLPU), raising nearly $2.5 million for the cause.
JOLIET, Ill., September 23, 2022 (Newswire.com) - GP Transco, a trucking and logistics company based out of Joliet IL was recently honored with the ALAN Humanitarian Logistics Award by the American Logistics Aid Network, along side Fleet Advantage, SEKO Logistics, and Vector Global Logistics, who also received the award. "Today we're honored to recognize a few of the people and businesses that have been a beacon of hope during disasters like the recent flooding in Kentucky, COVID-19 and the conflict in Ukraine," said ALAN Executive Director Kathy Fulton. "Their combined efforts have raised millions of dollars for disaster survivors — and inspired comparable donations of warehousing space, transportation services and building supplies."
Trucking and Logistics Professionals (TLPU) was created at the start of the Russia-Ukraine war in attempts to raise awareness and funds for Ukraine among trucking companies and other organizations in the logistics industry. Operated by GP Transco, as of today, TLPU was able to raise over $2.5 million for the cause, and aims to continue raising funds and awareness. "I have been blown away by the generosity and the willingness to help" said Sergey Bort, GP Transco's VP of Marketing & Strategic Business Development and founder of TLPU. "I'd like to say thank you to each of the companies who contributed to this important cause and I hope to see more businesses joining forces with us in the near future." Funds raised by TLPU go directly to the Red Cross, Unicef, and Save The Children.
About the Company:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States. As a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with over 500 trucks and over 700 trailers, the company utilizes advanced technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading freight transportation solutions.
To learn more about GP Transco, visit www.gptransco.com.
To learn more about Trucking & Logistics Professionals for Ukraine (TLPU), visit www.tlpu.net.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Phone: 708.286.5411
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
FreightWaves Names GP Transco 'Best OTR Trucking Company for Competitive Pay and Benefits'
FreightWaves Ratings offers objective, detailed reviews of the biggest names in the trucking industry and provide a platform for users like you to submit reviews. In June of 2022, the company recognized GP Transco as a top carrier for drivers who look for outstanding pay and high benefits.
JOLIET, Ill., June 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This month, FreightWaves named GP Transco, an over-the-road (OTR) trucking company out of Joliet, IL, as the Best OTR Trucking Company for Competitive Pay and Benefits. FreightWaves did so on their list of Best OTR Trucking Companies, where they list GP Transco, along with five other carriers. This recognition comes to GP Transco after the company was named a Commercial Carrier Journal Innovator of the Month in April, as well as one of the Best Trucking Companies To Work For, a Best Paying Trucking Company - best for Safety, and a Best Class A Truck Driving Company, all by FreightWaves.
"After two years of an exceptionally solid freight market, the transportation industry is finally starting to dip - this, along with the historically high fuel prices makes it challenging for many carriers to continue providing their drivers and owner-operators with high pay," said Dominic Zastarskis, CEO of GP Transco. "Our technology as well as our diverse portfolio of contracted freight allow us to continue being one of the highest-paying trucking companies in the industry even during these tricky conditions. Not only do our company drivers benefit from this, but our owner-operators are some of the highest earners in the industry."
About the Company:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States. As a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with over 500 trucks and over 700 trailers, the company utilizes advanced technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading freight transportation solutions.
To learn more about GP Transco, visit www.gptransco.com.
Learn more about driving with GP Transco at www.gptransco.com/drivegp.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Phone: 708.286.5411
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
GP Transco Named a 'Best Trucking Company to Work for in 2022' by Smart-Trucking
A medium-sized trucking company located in Illinois, GP Transco is a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace that is currently ranked as the highest-paying carrier on Truck Drivers Salary and was recently named a 'Best Trucking Company to Work For' by Smart-Trucking.
JOLIET, Ill., February 14, 2022 (Newswire.com) - Smart-Trucking, a trucking news, entertainment, and education organization, ranked GP Transco as one of the best trucking companies to work for in 2022. "GP Transco hires professional drivers from all states and are known for treating their drivers right," says Dave, the host and co-creator of Smart-Trucking. This is the third year in a row that GP Transco is awarded this recognition.
GP Transco, a dry van over-the-road carrier out of Illinois, has been in business since 2006 and is known in the industry for its fair treatment of drivers, high driver pay and benefits, and top-of-the-line equipment. Its fleet of over 500 trucks services a base of contracted customers, a base that makes up about 50% of the company's total freight business. "Hiring outstanding drivers and paying them a competitive rate allows us to provide our customers with the best service possible," says Dominic Zastarskis, CEO of GP Transco. According to GP Transco, the average experience of its CDL drivers is currently 13 years.
Company drivers at GP Transco work as full-time W2 employees and earn between $80,000-$90,000/year and enjoy benefits such as health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, long and short-term disability, 401k with 5% matching, and more. The carrier recently added a six-month review to each company driver, where eligible drivers receive a 1 cent-per-mile raise to their profit sharing on a biannual basis. Based on a survey conducted by the carrier, 94% of its drivers state that they plan to work at the company this time next year, which is a strong contrast considering the driver turnover rate in the industry hovers around 99%.
About the Company:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States. As a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with over 500 trucks and over 700 trailers, the company utilizes advanced technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading freight transportation solutions.
To learn more about GP Transco, visit www.gptransco.com.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Phone: 708.286.5411
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
GP Transco Ranks 149 on First-Ever FreightWaves Ratings Top 500 Largest For-Hire Carriers List
A number of awards came the way of this logistics and transportation company in 2021 - their fifth listing on Inc. 5000, fifth listing on Crain's Fast 50, their second time being named Smart-Trucking's Best Company to Drive For, Transport Topic's Top Truckload/Dedicated Carrier, a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune, and in 2022 the trend continues with obtaining a spot on the First-Ever FreightWaves Ratings Top 500 Largest For-Hire Carriers List
JOLIET, Ill., January 21, 2022 (Newswire.com) - GP Transco, a growing over-the-road trucking and logistics company, received recognition on the first-ever FreightWaves Ratings Top 500 Largest For-Hire Carriers List ranking at #149.
The 2022 FreightWaves Top 500 For-Hire Carrier list ranks companies on the basis of tractor count. Data was compiled largely from publicly available databases and responses from company representatives. For the purposes of the inaugural ranking, "for-hire" includes companies that operate in various trucking modes. As an example, there is no distinction in the rankings between a flatbed and LTL carrier.
In addition to supplying the industry with more context, this publication also serves as a thank you to all the people in transportation that kept the country functioning over the last two years.
"COVID-19 has highlighted the massive role carriers play in our economy — delivering critical goods and supplies throughout the pandemic," said Craig Fuller, FreightWaves CEO and founder. "This list honors the companies and professionals that helped keep the economy rolling during some of the most challenging conditions in decades."
GP Transco's professional acknowledgments and awards continue to widen with recognition on some of the most acclaimed and prestigious industry listings which include five-times on the Crain's Fast 50, a #1 company on the Truck Drivers Salary Top-10 list, Smart-Trucking's Best Company to Work for in 2020 and 2021, a five-time Inc. 5000 recipient, Transport Topic's Top Truckload/Dedicated Carrier listing, Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces, and now FreightWaves Ratings Top 500 Largest For-Hire Carriers List.
To learn more about the most pressing issues affecting supply chains today, visit FreightWaves at www.freightwaves.com. Or tune in to the freight transportation industry's only live broadcast station at https://tv.freightwaves.com.
About FreightWaves:
FreightWaves is the world's leading provider of freight market forecasting, data, news and analysis. Logistics and supply chain firms depend on FreightWaves for benchmarking, analytics, monitoring and forecasting of pricing, capacity, demand, energy, and carbon intelligence. The company provides the freshest data and market insights through SONAR, a subscription SaaS platform, and through the world's largest streaming media network focused on logistics and supply chain information.
FreightWaves SONAR provides near real-time freight market data and supply chain intelligence to 500+ enterprises. FreightWaves Carbon Intelligence provides supply chain firms with transparency on carbon emissions and solutions to achieve carbon neutrality.
FreightWaves Media operates the FreightWaves, American Shipper and Modern Shipper brands. FreightWaves Media serves more than 1.5 million unique monthly visitors on its websites, generates 15 million monthly minutes of streaming TV and 100,000 monthly podcast downloads.
About GP Transco:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with over 500 trucks and over 700 trailers, the company utilizes advanced technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading freight transportation solutions.
To learn more about GP Transco visit www.gptransco.com.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
GP Transco Named a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune
A number of awards came the way of this logistics and transportation company in 2021 - their fifth listing on Inc. 5000, fifth listing on Crain's Fast 50, their second time being named Smart-Trucking's Best Company to Drive For, Transport Topic's Top Truckload/Dedicated Carrier, and now, a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune.
JOLIET, Ill., November 4, 2021 (Newswire.com) - GP Transco, a growing over-the-road trucking and logistics company, received its first recognition by the Chicago Tribune this Thursday. According to the Top Workplaces website, "Top Workplaces is a powerful way to stand out in a competitive market. Winning the Top Workplaces award is proof-positive your organization really does put its people first. Not to mention, research shows companies that earn recognition as an organization of choice attract better job candidates, find the right talent for their organization, and have lower turnover."
The process of determining the winners of Top Workplaces consisted of the Chicago Tribune conducting extensive anonymous surveys among GP Transco's staff - office employees, shop technicians, and of course, the company's 500+ professional over-the-road truck drivers. "The past few years have put organizations around the world to a test," said Dominic Zastarskis, CEO of GP Transco. "Seeing our amazing office staff, outstanding technicians, and professional truck drivers continue to do great work without sacrificing efficiency or quality, all while allowing the company to continue to grow has been truly extraordinary. We are really proud of the team and cannot thank them enough; GP Transco's growth and success could not have happened without them - it is a pleasure to provide our team with a great place to call work."
The 520-truck carrier has been a topic of discussion on a number of listings including Crain's Fast 50, a #1 company on the Truck Drivers Salary Top-10 list, Smart-Trucking's Best Company to Work for in 2020 and 2021, Inc. 5000, Transport Topic's Top Truckload/Dedicated Carrier listing, and now, Top Workplaces.
About the Company:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with 500 trucks and over 700 trailers, the company utilizes advanced technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading freight transportation solutions.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
GP Transco Named an Inc. 5000 Company for the 5th Time
The innovative trucking company has been the topic of discussion in the industry for the past few years, being named a Crain's Fast 50 Company five times, Smart-Trucking's Best Company to Drive For in 2020 and 2021, CDLlife's Best Company to Work For, and more.
JOLIET, Ill., August 17, 2021 (Newswire.com) - GP Transco, a growing over-the-road trucking and logistics company, earned a position on the Inc. 5000 listing for the fifth time with a growth rate of 65%, ranking at #4,334.
Inc. 5000 is an annual publication that lists privately-held companies for outstanding growth - "If entrepreneurs are the lifeblood of an economy, consider Inc.'s ranking of 5,000 companies America's circulatory system. Our annual report looks at these fast-growing innovators--and how they made our list." -Inc. 5000.
"Earning an Inc. 5000 listing for the fifth time is a testament to the hard work of our drivers, office staff, and shop mechanics," said Dominic Zastarskis, CEO of GP Transco. "Despite our growth, it is a priority for us here at GP Transco to not lose sight of what brought us to where we are today - the fair treatment of our staff and drivers, always thinking outside of the box in terms on innovation and technology, and providing our customers with top-of-the-line service and support".
The 520 truck carrier has been a topic of discussion on a number of listings including Crain's Fast 50, a #1 company on the Truck Drivers Salary Top-10 list, Smart-Trucking's Best Company to Work for in 2020 and 2021, and now, Inc. 5000 for the fifth time.
About the Company:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with 500 trucks and over 700 trailers, the company utilizes advanced technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading freight transportation solutions.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
GP Transco Secures Third Crain's Fast 50 Listing
Crain's Fast 50 is an annual listing published by Crain's Chicago Business, recognizing outstanding growth
DARIEN, Ill., June 21, 2019 (Newswire.com) - GP Transco, one of the fastest-growing trucking and logistics companies in the country, has been listed as a Crain’s Fast 50 company for the third time.
Crain’s Fast 50 is an annual listing published by Crain’s Chicago Business, recognizing outstanding growth – “Here's our annual ranking of the fastest-growing companies in the Chicago area.” GP Transco is ranked number sixteen (16) this year.
"We are ecstatic to once again receive this award from Crain’s,” said Dominic Zastarskis, GP Transco CEO. “This award is a reflection of our commitment to continually grow without sacrificing the quality of the services we provide. I want to thank our awesome staff and our outstanding truck drivers for helping us get to where we are today.”
GP Transco is prepared to continue growing and is in the process of building a brand-new, state-of-the-art headquarters in Joliet, Illinois. More information on this will come in the upcoming weeks.
About GP Transco:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner and an active member of the American Trucking Association with 400 trucks and over 550 trailers, the company utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading solutions. GP Transco’s sister companies include GP Transco Logistics and OpenRoad TMS.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Phone: 708.286.5411
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
GP Transco Announces a Base Pay Increase to Company CDL Drivers
Smart-Trucking's "Best Trucking Company To Work For in 2021" has increased the base pay of their W2 solo company drivers to 60 cents per mile (cpm), with expected pay being 66 cpm when considering accessorial pay. Team drivers now earn a base of 75 cpm, with an expected pay of nearly 80 cpm.
JOLIET, Ill., April 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- GP Transco, a trucking company out of Joliet, IL announced this week a major base pay increase for company drivers. Previously, company driver base pay was 52 cpm for W2 company drivers, with the ability to earn more through a performance-based profit sharing program. Starting today, GP Transco's company driver base pay is increased to 60 cpm, and 58 cpm for drivers who opt out of having an optional driver-facing camera; profit-sharing will no longer determine the total driver pay. This large increase in base pay, along with the current average accessorial pay of 5 more cpm, as well as the company's fuel bonus program, means that W2 company drivers will now earn about 66 cpm and more during their first year with the company. The base pay increase also means that company drivers can now expect to earn $90,000 during their first year with GP Transco, with top-performing drivers earning over $100,000 after being with the company for 4 years (based on 2,700 miles driven on a weekly average, for drivers who qualify for raises based on performance, safety, and fuel utilization efficiency). Company team drivers also received the same base pay increase, going from 65 cpm to 75 cpm.
The company also announced 6-month raises to company driver base pay, which adds 1 cpm every 6 months to qualifying drivers. This means that after working at GP Transco for 4 years, top-performing over-the-road drivers will earn a base of 68 cpm, and combined with accessorial pay, it would put drivers roughly at 73 cpm. This level of compensation was previously unheard-of in the trucking industry for full time W2 over-the-road, dry van solo drivers; GP Transco's emphasis on employing only the most professional drivers is what drove the decision for the pay increase, according to Marija Jamontas, GP Transco's VP of Safety and Administrative Services. "The freight market is doing well, and our contracted customers are extremely happy with the way our drivers are performing," said Marija. "Increasing base pay will allow us to continue having some of the safest, most motivated and skilled drivers in the industry work for the company. The high pay combined with full benefits and 401k with a 5% match will also allow us to be even more selective in terms of recruiting incoming drivers."
About the Company:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with 450 trucks and over 700 trailers, the company utilizes advanced technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading solutions. GP Transco's sister companies include GP Transco Logistics and OpenRoad TMS.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Phone: 708.286.5411
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
Smart-Trucking's "Best Trucking Company To Work For in 2021" has increased the base pay of their W2 solo company drivers to 60 cents per mile (cpm), with expected pay being 66 cpm when considering accessorial pay. Team drivers now earn a base of 75 cpm, with an expected pay of nearly 80 cpm.
GP Transco Announces a Base Pay Increase to Company CDL Drivers
GP Transco Secures Fifth Fast 50 Listing
Crain's Fast 50 is an annual listing published by Crain's Chicago Business, recognizing outstanding growth
JOLIET, Ill., June 11, 2021 - GP Transco, one of the fastest-growing trucking and logistics companies in the country, has been listed as a Crain’s Fast 50 company for the fourth time.
Crain’s Fast 50 is an annual listing published by Crain’s Chicago Business, recognizing outstanding growth – “Here's our annual ranking of the fastest-growing companies in the Chicago area.” GP Transco is ranked number Forty (40) this year.
"The past year and a half were pretty unprecedented, and seeing our entire team come together, adapt, and continue working efficiently was an incredible thing see” said Sergey Bort, the company’s VP of Marketing and Strategic Business Development. “Our office staff, our professional truck drivers, and our shop mechanics allowed the company to not only grow, but take part in numerous projects in aiding the COVID19 efforts through the delivery of much-needed truckloads of personal protective equipment”.
Since GP Transco’s last appearance on Crain’s Fast 50, GP Transco has grown operations to 500 trucks and over 700 trailers and hit a major milestone by opening a 40,000 square foot modern industrial-scaled, technology-based headquarters and are proudly calling the city of Joliet their home while adding over 100 new permanent jobs to the Joliet economy. Located along Channahon Road near I-80, this facility has dramatically improved operations, comfort (featuring a basketball court, gym, kitchen, laundry facilities, lounge areas, and open 24 hours for our drivers and office staff) and is well sustained to accommodate future growth of both company fleet as well as office and maintenance shop staff.
COVID-19 Response:
In April of 2020, over 600,000 pounds of essential medical supplies were flown into Illinois in response to the COVID-19 pandemic on an Antonov An-124 Cargo Aircraft in 3 flights and onto 24 GP Transco semi-trucks. GP Transco Truck Drivers and Chicago Rockford International Airport staff worked tirelessly to unload and deliver the supplies. This was one of many COVID19-related projects the company worked on during the pandemic.
About GP Transco:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner and an active member of the American Trucking Association with 500 trucks and over 700 trailers, the company utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading solutions. GP Transco’s sister companies include GP Transco Logistics and OpenRoad TMS.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Phone: 708.286.5411
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
GP Transco Named as 'The Best Trucking Company to Work for in 2021' by Smart-Trucking
Smart-Trucking released their full list of Best Trucking Companies to Work For this month, ranking the Joliet, IL-based carrier at the top, stating that the carrier sets "a good example for other companies to follow"
JOLIET, Ill., March 30, 2021 (PRNewswire) -- Smart-Trucking, a trucking news, entertainment, and education organization, ranked GP Transco as their #1 choice for the best trucking company to work for in 2021. "Some of these carriers have large fleets of trucks but are so well-managed they are able to retain a 'family atmosphere,' which I like a lot," says the host and co-creator of Smart-Trucking.
GP Transco, a dry van over-the-road carrier out of Illinois, has been in business for over 15 years and are known in the industry for their fair treatment of drivers, high driver pay and benefits, and top-of-the-line equipment. Their fleet of nearly 450 drivers services a base of contracted customers, making up nearly 60% of the company's total business. "Hiring outstanding drivers and paying them a competitive rate allows us to provide our customers with the best service possible," says Dominic Zastarskis, CEO of GP Transco.
Company drivers at GP Transco work as full-time W2 employees and earn between $72,000-$89,000/year and enjoy benefits such as health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, long and short-term disability, 401k with 5% matching, and more. The carrier recently added a six-month review to each company driver, where eligible drivers receive a 1 cent-per-mile raise to their profit sharing on a biannual basis. Based on a survey conducted by the carrier this month, 94% of their drivers state that they plan to work at the company this time next year. According to a survey the carrier conducted this month, 94% of their drivers state that they plan to work at the company this time next year, which is a strong contrast considering the driver turnover rate in the industry is about 99%.
About the Company:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with 450 trucks and over 700 trailers, the company utilizes advanced technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading solutions. GP Transco's sister companies include GP Transco Logistics and OpenRoad TMS.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Phone: 708.286.5411
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
GP Transco Becomes 3rd Highest-Paying Trucking Company in the US
With the new OTP (Outstanding Trucking Professionals) weekly driver performance bonus program, truck drivers now earn up to $87,000 per year at GP Transco
DARIEN, Ill., September 5, 2019 (Newswire.com) - On September 3, 2019, truckdriverssalary.com updated their Top 10 Best Trucking Companies to Work For list, placing GP Transco at number 3 based on truck driver salary, benefits, and quality of employment. GP Transco’s driver pay is currently 26 percent above the current annual national truck driver salary average of $66,711.
Furthermore, the only two companies to surpass GP Transco on TruckDriversSalary.com when it comes to driver pay are private fleets rather than carriers – this makes GP Transco the highest paying true trucking company in the United States.
“It is our priority to stay competitive with pay make sure our truck drivers are compensated well for their work,” says Marija Jamontas, Vice President of Human Resources and Safety at GP Transco. “We think that the new OTP performance bonus program helps tremendously. This, combined with health benefits, 401k matching, life insurance, and other perks adds up to a compelling package.”
According to TruckDriversSalary, the Illinois-based carrier is a great choice for experienced truck drivers due to the driver benefits, the company’s utilization of advanced technologies, and its honest and respectful attitude towards drivers. “The company’s commitment to drivers and transparency has helped push them into one of the fastest-growing trucking outfits in the country.”
About the Company:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with 400 trucks and over 600 trailers, the company utilizes advanced technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading solutions. GP Transco's sister companies include GP Transco Logistics and OpenRoad TMS.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Phone: 708.286.5411
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
GP Transco Becomes an Inc. 5000 Company for the Fourth Time
The fast-growing company has been the topic of discussion on a number of listings in 2019, including Crain's Fast 50, a Top-10 company on Truck Drivers Salary, a "Best Company to Work for" on CDL.com, and now Inc. 5000
DARIEN, Ill., August 16, 2019 (Newswire.com) - GP Transco, one of the fastest-growing trucking and logistics companies in the United States, earned a position on the Inc. 5000 listing for the fourth year, with a 3-year growth of 202% and rank #1980.
Inc. 5000 is an annual publication that lists privately-held companies for outstanding growth - "If entrepreneurs are the lifeblood of an economy, consider Inc.'s ranking of 5,000 companies America's circulatory system. Our annual report looks at these fast-growing innovators--and how they made our list." -Inc. 5000.
"We couldn't be more excited to once again make the Inc. 5000 list," said Dominic Zastarskis, CEO of GP Transco. "While growing is really exciting, it is important for us to concentrate on doing so in a healthy way, which means maintaining focus on our customers, truck drivers, and office staff."
The fast-growing company has been the topic of discussion on a number of listings in 2019, including Crain's Fast 50, a Top-10 company on Truck Drivers Salary, a "Best Company to Work for" on CDL.com, and now Inc. 5000. In order to maintain healthy growth, the company is currently in the process of constructing a new, 40,000 square-foot headquarters in Joliet, IL.
About the Company:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with 400 trucks and over 600 trailers, the company utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading solutions. GP Transco's sister companies include GP Transco Logistics and OpenRoad TMS.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Phone: 708.286.5411
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
GP Transco Secures Third Crain's Fast 50 Listing
Crain's Fast 50 is an annual listing published by Crain's Chicago Business, recognizing outstanding growth
DARIEN, Ill., June 21, 2019 (Newswire.com) - GP Transco, one of the fastest-growing trucking and logistics companies in the country, has been listed as a Crain’s Fast 50 company for the third time.
Crain’s Fast 50 is an annual listing published by Crain’s Chicago Business, recognizing outstanding growth – “Here's our annual ranking of the fastest-growing companies in the Chicago area.” GP Transco is ranked number sixteen (16) this year.
"We are ecstatic to once again receive this award from Crain’s,” said Dominic Zastarskis, GP Transco CEO. “This award is a reflection of our commitment to continually grow without sacrificing the quality of the services we provide. I want to thank our awesome staff and our outstanding truck drivers for helping us get to where we are today.”
GP Transco is prepared to continue growing and is in the process of building a brand-new, state-of-the-art headquarters in Joliet, Illinois. More information on this will come in the upcoming weeks.
About GP Transco:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner and an active member of the American Trucking Association with 400 trucks and over 550 trailers, the company utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading solutions. GP Transco’s sister companies include GP Transco Logistics and OpenRoad TMS.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort | VP of Marketing and Strategy
Phone: 708.286.5411
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
GP Transco Becomes 5th Highest-Paying Trucking Company in the US
The fast-growing carrier now offers an annual salary of $78,000 to company truck drivers, placing it fifth in the nation.
DARIEN, Ill., March 1, 2019 (Newswire.com) - On March 1, 2019, truckdriverssalary.com updated their Top 10 Best Trucking Companies to Work For list, placing GP Transco at number 5. GP Transco’s driver pay is 17.5 percent higher than the current annual national truck driver salary average of $66,711.
“Trucking is hard work – it is our job to make sure drivers are fairly compensated for their efforts,” says Marija Jamontas, Vice President of Human Resources and Safety at GP Transco. “We try to be as competitive as possible with driver pay. Their salary combined with the health benefits, 401k matching, bonuses, and other perks adds up to a compelling package.”
According to TruckDriversSalary, the Illinois-based carrier is a great choice for experienced truck drivers due to the driver benefits, the company’s utilization of advanced technologies, and its honest and respectful attitude towards drivers. “The company’s commitment to drivers and transparency has helped push them into one of the fastest growing trucking outfits in the country.”
About GP Transco:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with 400 trucks and over 500 trailers, the company utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading solutions. GP Transco’s sister companies include GP Transco Logistics - and OpenRoad TMS.
Media Contact:
Sergey Bort
Phone: 708.286.5411
Email: sergey@GPtransco.com
SAXON Freight Announces Corporate Name Change to GP Transco Logistics
The fast-growing logistics company announced today that it will be changing its name to GP Transco Logistics, increasing collaboration and merging branding with sister company GP Transco
DARIEN, Ill., October 10, 2018 (Newswire.com) - As of October 10, 2018, Saxon Freight will change its name to GP Transco Logistics, reflecting the company’s growth and commitment to operate under the branding of the elite carrier GP Transco. The change is intended to increase the potential reach of the Darien-based logistics company and give it the resources needed to further improve customer service and operations.
“We are excited to start a new chapter under the powerful name of GP Transco,” says Amos Savickas, Executive Vice President of GP Transco Logistics. “Maintaining the outstanding customer service that shippers and carriers have come to expect from Saxon Freight while gaining all the resources associated with the GP Transco brand will allow us to go further.”
About GP Transco:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with 400 trucks and over 500 trailers, the company utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading solutions. GP Transco’s sister companies include GP Transco Logistics and OpenRoad TMS.
GP Transco Achieves Industry-Leading 20% Driver Turnover Rate
The elite carrier stands out with an industry-leading low turnover rate compared to the 98 percent national average reported by the Commercial Carrier Journal (CCJ) on October 3, 2018. The low rate is achieved by the company concentrating on treating its drivers with respect and making driver satisfaction the number one priority.
DARIEN, Ill., October 4, 2018 (Newswire.com) - GP Transco celebrates an impressive 20 percent year-to-date driver turnover rate, despite an industry three-year high of 98 percent.
According to an October 3, 2018 article by the Commercial Carrier Journal (CCJ), driver turnover rate in the trucking industry among large carriers surged to a three-year high in the 2nd quarter of 2018. “The turnover rate at large truckload carriers (those with more than $27 million in annual revenue) jumped again in the second quarter of 2018, climbing 4 percentage points to an annualized rate of 98 percent. That’s the highest rate since late 2015.”
While trucking companies are experiencing extremely high turnover from company drivers and owner-operators, GP Transco has managed to reach a company all-time record of 20% in 2018. “Maintaining a turnover rate that is almost 80 percent less than the industry standard is no easy task,” said Marija Jamontas, GP Transco’s Vice President of Human Resources and Safety. “It starts from a fundamental respect towards our drivers and making their comfort and satisfaction our number one priority. Once you commit yourself to this goal, the rest takes care of itself. We implement many driver recognition programs and have an open-door policy between drivers and management, and drivers seem to enjoy it.”
This approach to management seems to pay off, according to results of a 2018 GP Transco drivers survey. The results of the survey show that 91 percent of GP drivers say that the company supports them in dealing with shippers and receivers, compared to the national average of 65 percent. Overall, GP Transco has an 80 percent level of general satisfaction from drivers based on feeling respected by the carrier, home time, route preference, opinion on company policies, and more. This is quite an accomplishment, considering the average level of satisfaction of drivers in the US is around 55 percent.
About GP Transco:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with 350 trucks and over 500 trailers, the company utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading solutions.
GP Transco Earns Inc. 5000 Listing for the Third Time
The fast-growing company has been the topic of discussion on a number of listings in 2018, including Crain's Fast 50, Truck Drivers Salary, and now Inc. 5000 - GP Transco is expected to continue sustained growth in the upcoming years.
DARIEN, Ill., August 15, 2018 (Newswire.com) - GP Transco, one of the fastest growing trucking and logistics companies in the United States, earned a position on the Inc. 5000 listing for the third year.
Inc. 5000 is an annual publication that lists companies for outstanding growth – “If entrepreneurs are the lifeblood of an economy, consider Inc.'s ranking of 5,000 companies America's circulatory system. Our annual report looks at these fast-growing innovators--and how they made our list.” -Inc. 5000.
“It is an honor to once again be included on Inc. 5000,” said Gedas Poviliunas, President of GP Transco. “As we grow each year, we gain more ability to improve the trucking industry as a whole through innovation and customer service, and this award highlights our dedication to that work.”
The company has been the topic of discussion on a number of listings in 2018, including Crain’s Fast 50, Truck Drivers Salary, and now Inc. 5000 – GP Transco is expected to continue sustained growth in the upcoming years.
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with 350 trucks and over 500 trailers, the company utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading solutions.
GP Transco Secures Second Crain's Fast 50 Listing
Crain's Fast 50 is an annual listing published by Crain's Chicago Business, recognizing outstanding growth.
DARIEN, Ill., June 25, 2018 (Newswire.com) - GP Transco, one of the fastest growing trucking and logistics companies in the country, has been listed as a Crain’s Fast 50 company for the second time.
Crain’s Fast 50 is an annual listing published by Crain’s Chicago Business, recognizing outstanding growth – “In the race to rapidly increase revenues, these companies are outpacing the rest.”
"We are excited to once again be included in Crain’s Fast 50,” said Dominic Zastarskis, GP Transco CEO. “This award reflects our commitment to providing our clients with industry-leading logistics solutions while giving our drivers the absolute best work environment.”
About GP Transco:
GP Transco provides safe and reliable dry van freight transportation and logistics services to a diverse group of clients across the United States and Canada. As an EPA SmartWay Carrier Partner with 320 trucks and over 500 trailers, the company utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and modern workflows in order to provide clients with industry-leading solutions.
