Paper Transport

What Paper Transport does

Paper Transport (PTI) is a US-based private truckload and intermodal logistics company founded in February 1990 by Lennie and Joan Shefchik alongside Roger and Amy Grimsley, and headquartered in De Pere, Wisconsin. The company sells a portfolio of asset-based and non-asset freight services — dedicated truckload, intermodal/drayage, brokerage, over-the-road (OTR), yard management, and sustainability offerings (RNG/CNG) — to enterprise shippers in paper and packaging, food and beverage, retail and e-commerce, and manufacturing and industrial verticals. PTI ranked among Transport Topics' Top 25 for-hire dedicated contract truckload carriers and Top 20 intermodal marketing companies, operating a fleet of more than 750 trucks and more than 3,000 dry van trailers staffed by 850-plus professional drivers and 1,100-plus total employees.

The company's operational technology centers on a telematics and fleet management stack built around Platform Science ELD tablets, Lytx DriveCam event recorders with AI-triggered video, Detroit Connect remote diagnostics, TPMS trailer sensors, and SmartETA predictive trip planning. Since 2010, Paper Transport has been the first carrier outside California to deploy natural gas tractors and has accumulated more than 80 million RNG/CNG miles, displacing over 12.8 million gallons of diesel as of early 2025; partnerships with Trillium CNG (2012), Cummins (X15N engine, 2026) and Clean Energy Fuels (2026) underpin the fueling infrastructure.

Revenue is generated primarily through long-term dedicated contracts (recurring contract economics with reported 90% renewal rates), supplemented by intermodal fees, brokerage margins on third-party carrier transactions, transactional OTR rates, and unit-priced PTI Priority same-day expedited services in Northeast Wisconsin. Distribution is direct enterprise field sales supported by dedicated account managers, a 24/7 support line, and website-driven quote intake; in 2021, Equity Group Investments (EGI, founded by Sam Zell) partnered with management to provide capital for add-on acquisitions and brokerage expansion, while leadership transitioned from Jeff Shefchik to Ben Schill (January 2022) and then to Tyler Ellison (2025) as CEO.

Name

Paper Transport

Legal name

Paper Transport

Website

https://papertransport.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Paper Transport (PTI) is a US private dedicated truckload and intermodal carrier operating 750+ trucks and 3,000+ trailers, serving enterprise shippers in paper/packaging, food/beverage, retail, and manufacturing through contracted, brokerage, and yard management services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Truckload and Intermodal Logistics Services

NAICS

Couriers and Express Delivery Services (4921)

SIC

Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210), Trucking (No Local) (4213), Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro primary industry

Moving & Household Goods TL Carriers (TLADADAL)

Keywords

• Dedicated truckload services
• Intermodal freight solutions
• Logistics brokerage services
• Yard management services
• Sustainable trucking solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Green Bay

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Dedicated Truckload Services: Contract-based dedicated transportation services where specific trucks and drivers are assigned exclusively to single shippers. Provides consistent capacity, predictable schedules, and customized fleet solutions. Revenue generated through long-term contracts with shippers requiring dedicated transportation.
2. Intermodal and Drayage: Coordination of rail and trucking services, providing seamless blend of road and rail transportation. As a Top 20 IMC, Paper Transport offers COFC and TOFC services with access to all Class 1 railroads and 80,000+ rail-owned containers. Revenue from drayage fees and intermodal transportation charges.
3. Brokerage Services: Non-asset based logistics services connecting shippers with vetted carrier network. Expands capacity options through third-party carriers for power-only, truckload, LTL, and port drayage services. Revenue from transaction fees and markups on carrier rates.
4. Over-the-Road (OTR) Transportation: Full truckload (FTL) and power-only services across regional and long-haul lanes. Professional drivers deliver safe, reliable transportation nationwide with 750+ trucks and 3,000+ dry van trailers.
5. Yard Management and Spotting Services: Trailer spotting and shuttle services ensuring seamless yard operations. Includes real-time visibility, 24/7 support, and scalable solutions for manufacturing and distribution facilities.
6. PTI Priority (Same-Day/Expedited Freight): Same-day and next-day freight solutions for urgent shipments originating in Green Bay and Appleton markets. Unit-based pricing for expedited dry van and power-only services within 60-mile radius.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Paper Transport is a for-hire trucking and logistics company that provides asset-based and non-asset freight transportation services across the United States. Core offerings include dedicated truckload services, intermodal/drayage rail-truck solutions, brokerage capacity matching, over-the-road full truckload, yard management/spottng, and PTI Priority same-day expedited freight. The fleet consists of 750+ trucks and 3,000+ dry van trailers, with a strong focus on RNG/CNG-powered sustainability solutions.

Product overview

Paper Transport (PTI) operates as a logistics platform offering a portfolio of freight transportation services organized around dedicated truckload, intermodal, brokerage, over-the-road, yard management, and sustainability solutions. The core offerings include Dedicated Truckload for customized fleet operations, Intermodal for rail-truck integration, Brokerage for non-asset capacity matching, Over-the-Road for regional/long-haul transport, and Yard Management for facility spotting services. PTI Priority provides same-day expedited service as a distinct offering within the Northeast Wisconsin market. Sustainability Solutions (RNG/CNG) operates as an integrated capability across the fleet rather than a separate module. Supporting sub-brands include the Accelerate CDL Training Program and Train-the-Trainer Program for driver development, 4 Cornerstones of Safety and Red Rewards for safety culture, and Drive Your Wellbeing for employee wellness.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PTI Priority: Same-day dry van full truckload service for manufacturers in Northeast Wisconsin, operating within a 60-mile radius of Green Bay and Appleton. Provides rapid-response freight coverage for urgent same-day and next-day shipments.

Products and services

• Dedicated Truckload Contract-based dedicated transportation services where specific trucks and drivers are assigned exclusively to single shippers, providing consistent capacity, predictable schedules, customized routing, and 24/7 dedicated account management for enterprise customers with high-frequency transportation needs.
• Intermodal Combined trucking and rail freight solutions providing access to all Class 1 railroads (Union Pacific, BNSF, CSX, Norfolk Southern) with 80,000+ rail-owned containers and private box options (COFC and TOFC), offering cost-effective, sustainable freight movement for shippers.
• Brokerage Non-asset logistics services connecting shippers with vetted carrier networks for power-only, truckload, LTL, port drayage, and intermodal capacity on-demand, expanding capacity options through third-party carriers with insurance and operating authority requirements.
• Over-the-Road (OTR) Regional and long-haul full truckload (FTL) and power-only transportation services with professional drivers delivering safe, reliable freight transportation nationwide using a fleet of 750+ trucks and 3,000+ dry van trailers.
• Yard Management Trailer spotting and shuttle services for manufacturing and distribution facilities providing real-time visibility, 24/7 support, data-driven scheduling, optimization, and predictive analytics for trailer movement with improved trailer utilization and reduced yard congestion.
• PTI Priority (Same-Day Expedited Freight) Same-day and next-day expedited full truckload dry van freight service for time-critical shipments within approximately 60 miles of Green Bay and Appleton, Wisconsin, with transparent unit-based pricing and direct booking via phone, email, or online form.
• Sustainability Solutions (RNG/CNG Transportation) RNG and CNG-powered fleet services and fuel efficiency programs enabling shippers to reduce Scope 3 emissions, displace diesel consumption, and meet ESG sustainability goals through low-carbon alternative fuel transportation.

Quantifiable outcome

• Surpassed 80 million natural gas miles as of early 2025, displacing over 12.8 million gallons of diesel
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• CumminscoreTechnology or Integration · 12 May 2026Paper Transport announced plans to expand RNG-powered fleets as Cummins' X15N engine gains adoption among major truck manufacturers. The X15N natural gas engine enables long-haul operations with RNG/CNG fuel, citing cost parity with diesel and expanding RNG fueling infrastructure.
• Clean Energy FuelscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 May 2026Clean Energy Fuels announced expansion of RNG fueling infrastructure with six new RNG stations in multiple states. Partner supporting Paper Transport's natural gas fleet operations through fuel supply and infrastructure.
• Green Bay PackersflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 June 2025Designated as 'A Dedicated Transportation Partner of the Green Bay Packers.' Partnership includes hauling team equipment for away games across the United States for 10 seasons. Expanded partnership includes joint efforts in talent recruitment and brand visibility. CEO Tyler Ellison called it 'a tremendous honor.'
• Trillium CNGcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2012Partnership with Trillium CNG to debut new CNG station in Green Bay, WI. Early infrastructure partnership enabling Paper Transport's natural gas fleet operations.
• Class 1 Railroads (Union Pacific, BNSF, CSX, Norfolk Southern)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPaper Transport operates as an Intermodal Marketing Company (IMC) with unique partner status with all Class 1 Railroads. Access to 80,000+ rail-owned containers and partnerships with all major railroads for intermodal transportation services.
• The Transport ProjectcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPaper Transport joined The Transport Project (TTP), the nation's premier coalition advocating for clean, low-carbon transportation technologies. Membership underscores commitment to alternative fuel innovation.
• EPA SmartWay Transport PartnershipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive participant in EPA SmartWay Transport Partnership providing framework to assess environmental and energy efficiency of goods movement supply chains. Contributed to Partnership savings of 379M barrels oil, $52B fuel costs, 162M metric tons CO2.
• Transport TopicsminorOthersTransport Topics ranks Paper Transport as Top 25 for-hire dedicated contract truckload carrier and Top 20 IMC. Association provides industry recognition and rankings.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Schneider National: Largest US dedicated/intermodal/truckload carrier and a publicly listed peer; offers dedicated, intermodal, OTR, and brokerage — directly overlapping with PTI's full service mix and sustainability positioning.
• Werner Enterprises: Public TL/dedicated carrier with comparable dedicated and one-way truckload mix; similar blue-chip shipper base and recent moves into dedicated and alternative fuel aligned with PTI's franchise.
• J.B. Hunt Transport Services: Largest US intermodal operator with dedicated contract services and a brokerage arm — closest scaled analog to PTI's Top 20 IMC + dedicated combination.
• Hub Group: Intermodal Marketing Company (IMC) and dedicated trucking provider; competes head-to-head for intermodal/drayage share and dedicated contracts with similar enterprise shipper focus.
• Knight-Swift Transportation: Largest US truckload carrier by fleet with deep dedicated and intermodal segments; directly comparable business mix spanning dedicated, OTR, LTL and brokerage.
• Heartland Express: Asset-based irregular route TL carrier serving similar mid-sized shipper accounts; comparable OTR fleet economics and similar CPG/retail customer profile.
• U.S. Xpress Enterprises: Asset-based TL carrier with dedicated, brokerage and intermodal services that overlap substantially with PTI's portfolio and target enterprise customer base.
• NFI Industries: Privately held dedicated, drayage, warehousing and brokerage provider — closest private competitor to PTI's mix of dedicated, intermodal drayage, yard management and sustainability solutions.

Broad incumbents

• Ryder System: Incumbent supply-chain solutions provider with dedicated truckload, drayage, leasing and supply-chain consulting; overlaps with PTI's dedicated and yard management offerings within a much broader portfolio.
• Penske Transportation Solutions: Large established player in dedicated contract carriage, truck leasing and logistics services; competes with PTI for dedicated enterprise RFPs and offers adjacent supply-chain scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ptijobs
• Facebookfacebook.com/papertransport
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/paper-transport-inc-

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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