TRAC Intermodal
TRAC Intermodal is North America's largest marine chassis provider and pool manager, operating over 175,000 units across 13 pools and 600+ locations, serving motor carriers, ocean carriers, railroads, and BCOs through daily pools, term leasing, and tech-enabled usage-based solutions.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1988
- HeadquartersPrinceton, United States
- Headcount251–500
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What TRAC Intermodal does
TRAC Intermodal, a subsidiary of Interpool Limited founded in 1968 and rebranded in 2011, is the largest marine chassis provider and chassis pool manager in North America, operating a fleet of over 175,000 marine chassis — the highest U.S. market share at approximately 38% — across 13 neutral pools and 600+ start/stop locations nationwide. The company serves motor carriers, ocean carriers, railroads, beneficial cargo owners (BCOs), intermodal terminals, and freight forwarders through three primary go-to-market models: neutral pool daily usage, term leasing (1-15 years), and the emerging TRAC GeoFleet usage-based geofenced model, with sub-brands including TRAC Select (premium white-glove pool), TRAC BlueEdge (refurbished premium chassis), and San Pedro Bay Daily Lease. Supporting infrastructure includes 7 service centers, mobile service units, a 100,000 sq. ft. tire retreading facility, and the FYX roadside assistance subsidiary.
TRAC's technology stack centers on a proprietary enterprise platform processing 1.8 million EDI transactions daily, comprising EZBook (online/mobile chassis reservation), TRAC Connect (customer portal), TRAC Bill Management, TRAC Information Marketplace, the HELIX customer engagement and asset optimization platform, and the RoadStar AI platform for invoice processing. Optional GPS tracking via Blackberry H2 Hub, geofencing through GeoFleet, and integration with ocean carrier systems underpin operational visibility. Revenue is generated through multiple streams including subscription-style term leasing, usage-based daily pool billing, professional services for maintenance and repair, and tire retreading — priced via quote-based, non-public commercial terms. The company maintains strategic partnerships with BNSF Railway, Union Pacific, Florida East Coast Railway, Goodyear (Authorized Retreader), BlackBerry (GPS), American Made Chassis, and represents 13+ ocean steamship lines in pooled operations.
TRAC Intermodal firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- TRAC Intermodal
- Legal name
- TRAC Intermodal
- Website
- http://www.tracintermodal.com/
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1988
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 251–500 employees
- Short description
- TRAC Intermodal is North America's largest marine chassis provider and pool manager, operating over 175,000 units across 13 pools and 600+ locations, serving motor carriers, ocean carriers, railroads, and BCOs through daily pools, term leasing, and tech-enabled usage-based solutions.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
TRAC Intermodal industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Intermodal Chassis Leasing and Pool Management
- NAICS
- Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), Automotive Equipment Rental and Leasing (5321)
- SIC
- Services-Equipment Rental & Leasing, Nec (7359), Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Container Chassis Leasing/Rental (Intermodal) (TLABACAA)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Intermodal Equipment & Container/Chassis Pooling (Leasing/Management) (TLADAFAD)
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Where TRAC Intermodal is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Princeton
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices4 records
Markets served
TRAC Intermodal business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Marine Chassis Leasing: Long-term and short-term leasing of marine chassis to motor carriers, ocean carriers, and other intermodal participants. Provides flexible term options from 1-15 years for standard and specialty equipment.
- Daily Chassis Pool Usage: Daily rental and usage-based billing for chassis from neutral pools. Customers pay for chassis usage through pool-based access at various intermodal locations.
- San Pedro Bay Daily Lease: Daily chassis lease program for motor carriers operating at Port of LA/Long Beach. Provides approximately 1,500 dedicated chassis with direct weekly billing to motor carriers.
- TRAC GeoFleet Usage-Based Billing: Smart chassis solution with usage-based billing model. Billing does not start until chassis leave the customer's geofenced facility, with low minimum billing requirements.
- Maintenance and Repair Services: Comprehensive M&R services through mobile service units and regional service centers. Includes roadside assistance through REACH platform.
- Tire Services and Retreading: Tire retreading services through TRAC Tire Services division, operating one of the largest retread facilities in the U.S. Supports over 50% of TRAC tire needs.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | Marine Chassis Term Lease |
| Usage-based | Pay-as-you-go | San Pedro Bay Daily Lease |
| Usage-based | Pay-as-you-go | TRAC GeoFleet |
| Usage-based | Pay-as-you-go | TRAC Select Premium Pools |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels8 records
Marketing channels9 records
TRAC Intermodal product offering
Product offeringCore offering
TRAC Intermodal is North America's largest marine chassis provider and chassis pool manager, operating a fleet of more than 175,000 marine and specialty chassis made available to motor carriers, ocean carriers, railroads, beneficial cargo owners, and intermodal terminals through term leasing (1–15 years), daily neutral-pool usage, the TRAC Select premium service, and the usage-based TRAC GeoFleet program. The company supports customers with maintenance and repair services, GPS-based fleet monitoring, tire retreading, and an integrated technology platform (EZBook, TRAC Connect, TRAC Bill Management, TRAC Information Marketplace) backed by 1.8 million EDI transactions processed daily.
Product overview
TRAC Intermodal operates as a modular platform-plus-services architecture offering the largest marine chassis fleet in North America (175,000+ units) with multiple interconnected product lines. The core portfolio includes standard Marine Chassis (20', 40', 40'-45'), premium TRAC BlueEdge refurbished chassis, and specialty equipment (Genset, Triaxle, Lightweight, 53' Domestic). These chassis are made available through three go-to-market models: (1) Marine Chassis Pools and TRAC Select premium pools for daily rental, (2) Marine Chassis Leasing for term rentals, and (3) emerging solutions like TRAC GeoFleet for private fleet with usage-based billing. Technology add-ons include GPS Fleet Monitoring (Blackberry H2 Hub), the EZBook reservation platform (web/mobile), TRAC Bill Management, and TRAC Information Marketplace. Operational excellence is supported by TRAC Fleet Excellence program with tire retreading, Quality Fleet Care M&R services, and 600+ locations nationwide. The company processes 1.8 million EDI transactions daily and serves 6,000+ transportation customers.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- TRAC BlueEdge: Premium chassis upgrade program featuring frame reconditioning, corrosion-resistant paint, new brake components, LED lights, and OEM tires.
- TRAC Select
- TRAC GeoFleet
- TRAC Services
- TRAC Tire Services
- EZBook
- TRAC Bill Management
- TRAC Information Marketplace
- TRAC Connect
Products and services
- Marine Chassis Standard marine chassis for transporting 20', 40', and 40'-45' ISO containers across all key intermodal markets, featuring radial tires, LED lights, ABS brakes, and optional GPS. TRAC's marine chassis fleet of over 175,000 units is the largest in North America.
- TRAC BlueEdge Chassis Premium refurbished marine chassis upgraded through TRAC's BlueEdge program, featuring frame reconditioning to factory specs, two-coat corrosion-resistant paint, new brake components, LED lights, single-piece rims, and OEM tires. Part of TRAC's $1 billion+ fleet modernization initiative.
- Genset Chassis Premium 40' marine chassis equipped with a pre-mounted underslung Carrier diesel generator (UG15 model, 15kW) for refrigerated container transport, featuring a front bolster reefer plug socket, OEM radial tires, LED lights, and ABS brakes.
- Marine Triaxle Chassis Heavy haul chassis for 20' and 40' ISO containers offering up to 20% additional load-bearing weight, with three axles, 12 radial tires for lower fuel consumption and added safety, and 20' (33ft) and 40' (40ft 8in) configurations.
- Lightweight Chassis Premium 40' specialty chassis engineered with lightweight components (5,050 lbs tare weight, ~25% lighter than standard gooseneck) to accommodate heavier container loads while complying with highway weight regulations, with low-profile radial tires, aluminum wheels, LED lights, and ABS brakes.
- 53' Domestic Chassis High-quality 53' domestic chassis for domestic intermodal transport with nationwide coverage, featuring 7,300 lbs tare weight, 53ft 8in overall length, LED lights, radial tires, and available GPS device. Supports growing fleet with coast-to-coast flexibility.
- TRAC GeoFleet Smart chassis fleet solution combining guaranteed availability with usage-based billing through geofencing and GPS tracking. Customers store TRAC chassis at their facility with billing only triggered when units exit the geofenced area, with low minimum billing thresholds for onsite equipment.
- Marine Chassis Leasing Term lease programs providing flexible chassis rental options from short-term to 15-year terms, allowing customers to supplement fleets with standard and specialty equipment including desired premium features such as OEM radial tires and GPS devices. Includes optional M&R services and emergency roadside repairs.
- TRAC Marine Chassis Pools Industry's most extensive chassis pool network with 13 pools under management across the U.S., including Metro Pool (17,000+ chassis in Northeast), Central, Midwest, Gulf, Mountain, Northern California, Southern California, and Pacific Northwest regions. Offers 40', 20' and 40-45' marine chassis through neutral pool arrangements.
- TRAC Select Pools White-glove premium chassis pool offering personalized marine chassis solutions with top-quality equipment and expedited service, featuring chassis in ready-rows for quick pre-trip inspections at near-dock locations minutes from major port terminals and railroad terminals. Includes triaxles, genset, and lightweight specialty chassis.
- San Pedro Bay Daily Lease Daily chassis lease for motor carriers operating at Port of LA/Long Beach, with approximately 1,500 chassis at Pier S and Pier B, including standard 20', 40', 45' and triaxle equipment, direct weekly billing to motor carriers with damage waiver included.
- EZBook Chassis Reservation Platform Online chassis reservation system enabling customers to book bare chassis via web portal or mobile app, with equipment search by geographical location and ISO container size, order management by booking number or status, modification and cancellation capabilities, and chassis reuse for continuing usage cycles. Available on iOS and Android.
- TRAC Bill Management Online billing management system for viewing and paying invoices, accessing and downloading statements, and submitting and managing billing disputes through a secure one-stop portal.
- TRAC Information Marketplace Data access platform providing simplified access to chassis reports and usage data, with on-demand chassis activity reporting, downloadable reports in CSV or PDF formats, and detailed chassis activity details.
- TRAC Connect Customer portal platform for account management, messaging, user administration, and reporting, including onboarding guide, digital walkthroughs, and integration with the TRAC Training Hub for user education and documentation access.
- Quality Fleet Care (Maintenance and Repair Services) Fleet optimization, modernization, maintenance and repair (M&R) program ensuring top-quality road-ready chassis, including FM CSA inspections, systematic maintenance programs, manufacturer-approved repairs, and vendor compliance management, delivered through Mobile Service Units (MSUs) and regional Service Centers.
Quantifiable outcome
- 55% of Metro Pool chassis upgraded with new or BlueEdge chassis, making fleet one of the most modern in the region
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use TRAC Intermodal
Customer profileNamed customers9 records
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
TRAC Intermodal technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration1 record
AI capability3 records
Feature9 records
TRAC Intermodal partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Florida East Coast Railway (FEC)coreStrategic partnership allowing TRAC Intermodal to stage 53' domestic chassis directly on FEC terminals. Supports FEC-controlled business with standardized fleet solution and GPS integration. Benefits include newer fleet access with consistent specifications and business rules tailored to market dynamics. Positions TRAC to serve private box network and fully support FEC's domestic chassis needs.
- American Made Chassis (AMC)corePartnership to increase 40-foot chassis fleet. Collaborates on expanding TRAC's chassis inventory to meet market demand for standard equipment.
- Ocean Steamship Lines (SSLs) - Multiple CarrierscoreTRAC represents multiple SSLs in TPSP neutral pool including COSCO, Evergreen, Hede International Shipping, Iris Logistics, Jin Jiang, Lihua Shipping, Orient Overseas Container, Schulte & Bruns, SM Lines, T.S. Lines, Wan Hai, Yang Ming, and ZIM. TRAC bills these carriers directly for chassis usage and provides representation for their containers.
- Everport Terminal ServicescoreTRAC operates SCTP (Specialized Chassis Terminal Pool) private pool for Evergreen containers originating from and returning to Everport Terminals Services in Los Angeles.
- Western Basin Container Terminal (WBCT)coreTRAC operates TZEP (TRAC ZIM Expedited Pool) for ZIM's eCommerce Xpress (ZEM) service at Western Basin Container Terminal, supporting expedited e-commerce cargo flow.
- CMA-CGMcoreTRAC operates CFPP (CMA-CGM Fleet Program) private pool for CMA-CGM containers, providing dedicated chassis services for this ocean carrier.
- Harbor Trucking Association (HTA)minorHTA hosted webinars for TRAC to discuss Southern California chassis provisioning solutions including TPSP neutral pool and San Pedro Bay Daily Lease offerings.
- GoodyearcoreGoodyear Authorized Retreader for TRAC Tire Services, utilizing innovative manufacturing processes and proprietary compounded intermodal rubber for tire safety and quality.
- BlackberrycoreTRAC utilizes Blackberry H2 Hub GPS tracking solution as add-on feature for chassis fleet monitoring, providing real-time visibility and customizable reports.
- BNSF RailwaycoreBNSF is a key railroad partner where TRAC terminates billing upon in-gate at BNSF Hobart terminal. Strategic relationship for intermodal chassis provisioning.
- Union Pacific RailroadcoreUnion Pacific is a key railroad partner where TRAC terminates billing upon in-gate at UP ICTF terminal. Strategic relationship for intermodal chassis provisioning.
Scale indicators22 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
TRAC Intermodal competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Penske Truck Leasing: Major truck leasing and rental joint venture serving commercial trucking customers across North America. Penske overlaps with TRAC in commercial trucking customer relationships and competes for fleet equipment budgets.
- Schneider National: Large trucking and intermodal carrier (NYSE: SNDR) operating intermodal services that rely on third-party chassis supply. Schneider is a customer of the chassis leasing and pool industry in which TRAC competes.
- Ryder System: Major fleet management, truck leasing, and supply chain solutions provider (NYSE: R). Ryder offers commercial vehicle rental/leasing and dedicated transportation, with some overlap with TRAC's commercial trucking and equipment-leasing customer base.
- J.B. Hunt Transport Services: Largest U.S. intermodal marketing company (NASDAQ: JBHT), operating its own chassis fleet and procuring third-party chassis from TRAC. J.B. Hunt is both a customer and a competitor in intermodal capacity and equipment provisioning.
- GATX Corporation: Publicly traded (NYSE: GATX) railcar and specialty equipment lessor with a presence in marine-related assets. While broader and rail-focused, GATX competes for industrial customer capex budgets and benchmark lease economics relevant to chassis leasing.
- Hub Group: Intermodal and logistics services provider (NASDAQ: HUBG) operating dedicated intermodal capacity and chassis assets, sourcing chassis from independent lessors including TRAC. Hub Group is a meaningful customer and overlapping competitor in intermodal services.
Others
- TRAC Intermodal Parent / Interpool Limited: Interpool Limited is the holding company parent of TRAC Intermodal (since 1968). While not a market competitor, it is the closest corporate comparable for understanding TRAC's capital structure, ownership, and historical fleet strategy.
Direct peers
- DCLI (Direct Chassis Link Inc.): Major North American chassis pool manager and lessor operating its own neutral pool network and serving similar motor carrier and ocean carrier customers as TRAC. DCLI competes head-to-head in pool operations, daily lease, and dedicated private pool offerings.
- Flexi-Van Leasing: One of the largest chassis lessors in North America, directly competing with TRAC in marine and domestic chassis leasing to motor carriers, ocean carriers, and railroads. Both companies compete for term lease business, neutral pool participation, and SSL dedicated pool mandates.
- Consolidated Chassis Management (CCM): Chassis pool manager serving U.S. ports with neutral and cooperative pool arrangements, directly overlapping with TRAC's pool management and leasing business. CCM is a key competitor in port-area chassis provisioning.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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TRAC Intermodal leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles10 records
TRAC Intermodal subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries4 records
TRAC Intermodal funding detail
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Frequently asked questions about TRAC Intermodal
What does TRAC Intermodal do?
TRAC Intermodal is North America's largest marine chassis provider and chassis pool manager, operating a fleet of more than 175,000 marine and specialty chassis made available to motor carriers, ocean carriers, railroads, beneficial cargo owners, and intermodal terminals through term leasing (1–15 years), daily neutral-pool usage, the TRAC Select premium service, and the usage-based TRAC GeoFleet program. The company supports customers with maintenance and repair services, GPS-based fleet monitoring, tire retreading, and an integrated technology platform (EZBook, TRAC Connect, TRAC Bill Management, TRAC Information Marketplace) backed by 1.8 million EDI transactions processed daily.
Is TRAC Intermodal a public or private company?
TRAC Intermodal is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was TRAC Intermodal founded?
TRAC Intermodal was founded in 1988. It employs 251 to 500 people.
Where is TRAC Intermodal based?
TRAC Intermodal is headquartered in Princeton, United States, in the North America region.
How does TRAC Intermodal make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. Marine Chassis Leasing is the primary driver. The others are daily Chassis Pool Usage, san Pedro Bay Daily Lease, TRAC GeoFleet Usage-Based Billing, maintenance and Repair Services and tire Services and Retreading.
Who are TRAC Intermodal's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Penske Truck Leasing, Schneider National, Ryder System, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, GATX Corporation and Hub Group. TRAC Intermodal Parent / Interpool Limited is listed as an others. Direct peers are DCLI (Direct Chassis Link Inc.), Flexi-Van Leasing and Consolidated Chassis Management (CCM).
Does TRAC Intermodal have an API?
No public API is recorded for TRAC Intermodal.
What industry is TRAC Intermodal in?
TRAC Intermodal's product category is Intermodal Chassis Leasing and Pool Management. Its primary akta.pro industry code is TLABACAA, Container Chassis Leasing/Rental (Intermodal), with a secondary code of TLADAFAD, Intermodal Equipment & Container/Chassis Pooling (Leasing/Management). Its NAICS code is 488510 and its SIC code is 7359.