THD

What THD does

THD Inc. is a privately held, specialized less-than-truckload (LTL) trucking and logistics company operating in the Quebec–Ontario corridor of Central Canada. The company provides three core transport services—Consolidated LTL & Dedicated Shipping on daily corridor routes, TDG-certified hazardous materials transport, and HACCP-compliant temperature-controlled (ambient, refrigerated, and heated) transport with temperature-controlled warehousing options. It serves enterprise customers, including Fortune 500 companies, industrial manufacturers, and wholesale dealers, who require compliant, traceable freight movement between Quebec and Ontario.

The company's operational stack centers on a modern fleet of high-efficiency trucks and vans equipped with real-time location, temperature, and proof-of-delivery telemetry, which feed into TM4Web, a proprietary online customer portal that provides 24/7 shipment visibility, document access, and self-service. THD markets AI-driven optimization for shipment consolidation and an AI-powered POD response feature targeting a 5-minute response SLA. The portal is implemented on conventional open-source web frameworks (PHP, jQuery, KendoUI); there is no public API, no disclosed AI model, and no partner integration program.

THD generates revenue through transaction-fee pricing on contracted LTL shipments, with premium rates for hazmat and temperature-controlled freight reflecting regulatory and equipment intensity. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Go-to-market is sales-led via a direct dispatch team (operating 6:00 AM–7:00 PM), supported by phone, email, and the TM4Web self-serve portal; the public website (thd.ca) is bilingual French/English. The company is led by CEO Luc Cartier and is headquartered at 6150 rue Cypihot, Saint-Laurent, Quebec. It is privately held with no disclosed funding history, ownership structure, institutional investors, or M&A activity.

Name

THD

Legal name

THD Inc.

Website

https://thd.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

THD Inc. is a privately held Canadian LTL trucking and logistics company providing consolidated freight, TDG-certified hazmat transport, and HACCP-compliant temperature-controlled shipping for enterprise, manufacturer, and wholesale dealer customers across the Quebec–Ontario corridor, supported by its TM4Web tracking portal.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) Freight Transportation

NAICS

Specialized Freight Trucking (4842)

SIC

Trucking (No Local) (4213), Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210)

akta.pro primary industry

Expedited LTL (Guaranteed/Time-Definite LTL) (TLADANAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hazardous/Dangerous Goods (DG) Forwarding (IATA/IMDG/ADR) (TLACAJAC), Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) TL Carriers (TLADADAH)

Keywords

• LTL trucking services
• Hazmat transportation
• Temperature controlled logistics
• Freight consolidation
• Regional carrier services

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint Laurent

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. LTL Freight Transportation: Cost-effective freight solutions for medium-volume shipments with daily Quebec-Ontario corridor routes. Revenue generated through contracted shipping rates based on shipment characteristics, distance, and service requirements.
2. Hazmat Transport Services: Certified hazardous materials transport with specialized equipment and trained drivers. Premium pricing for compliance-heavy TDG-certified shipments.
3. Temperature Controlled Logistics: Refrigerated and heated transport with advanced monitoring. Revenue from ambient and refrigerated shipping for sensitive goods including temperature-controlled warehousing options.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

THD Inc. is a specialized LTL trucking and logistics carrier operating daily routes along the Quebec–Ontario corridor. Its core offerings include consolidated LTL freight, certified hazardous materials (TDG) transport, and refrigerated/heated temperature-controlled shipping, delivered through a modern fleet and supported by the TM4Web online portal for real-time shipment visibility.

Product overview

THD Inc. operates as a specialized LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) trucking and logistics company serving Quebec and Ontario. The company offers a portfolio of three core transport services—Consolidated LTL & Dedicated Shipping, Hazmat Transport, and Temp Controlled Transport—along with TM4Web, a proprietary client portal for shipment tracking and management. Services are delivered via a modern fleet of high-efficiency trucks and vans with real-time monitoring capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Consolidated LTL & Dedicated Shipping Cost-effective freight solutions designed for medium-volume shipments using daily Quebec–Ontario corridor routes, with smart consolidation and complete traceability for shippers needing reliable recurring service.
• Hazmat Transport Certified and compliant transport of hazardous materials using TDG-certified drivers and specialized equipment, adhering to all applicable Canadian transport of dangerous goods safety regulations.
• Temp Controlled Transport Reliable ambient and refrigerated transport with real-time temperature monitoring and optional temperature-controlled warehousing for sensitive goods such as food products.
• TM4Web Client Portal Online client portal providing secure login access, full shipment visibility, and real-time tracking for THD customers across the Quebec–Ontario corridor.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% on-time delivery rate
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Mullen Group:
• Purolator: Purolator is Canada's largest courier and integrated freight network, offering LTL, expedited, and supply chain solutions nationwide. Overlaps with THD's enterprise B2B shipping but serves a broader geographic and service footprint.
• TFI International: TFI International is a major Canadian transportation and logistics conglomerate with LTL, truckload, and logistics segments across North America. Overlaps with THD's LTL and freight services but at vastly greater scale and broader geographic reach.

Direct peers

• Manitoulin Transport: Manitoulin Transport is a Canadian LTL and logistics provider with terminal coverage across all provinces. Comparable regional LTL model with similar enterprise customer focus and door-to-door freight services.
• Day & Ross Transportation Group: Day & Ross is one of Canada's largest LTL carriers with strong Quebec and Atlantic Canada presence, offering consolidated LTL, dedicated, and logistics services. Most directly comparable to THD's LTL model and Quebec footprint.

Regional players

• Midland Transport: Midland Transport is an LTL and logistics carrier focused primarily on Atlantic Canada. Comparable LTL operating model and customer base, but operates in a different regional geography than THD's Quebec-Ontario corridor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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

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