Spring Creek Carriers

What Spring Creek Carriers does

Spring Creek Carriers Inc. is an asset-based trucking and logistics company founded in 1995 by Calvin Bergman and Mark Bylsma, headquartered at 4695 Bartlett Rd., Beamsville, Ontario. The firm specializes in truckload (TL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) over-the-road freight transportation between Canada and the United States, with a terminal positioned in the Niagara Region that provides one- to two-day drive access to Northeast, Midwest, and Southeast U.S. shipping corridors. Service breadth spans dry van, flatbed, bulk, temperature-controlled, and tanker transportation, supplemented by third-party logistics (3PL) capacity delivered through a vetted partner-carrier network and limited warehousing/trailer storage at the Beamsville site.

The technology stack is conventional fleet operations rather than a software platform: a modern fleet of Freightliner tractors paired with late-model air ride logistics trailers, ISAAC tablets for E-LOGS and operations management, and ParkSmart cab HVAC to reduce idle fuel consumption. Equipment is paired with load-locking bars and straps, and the company operates a single cross-dock at the Ontario terminal to minimize freight handling. Dedicated inbound (USA→Canada) and outbound (Canada→USA) teams — including Driver Managers and Customs Managers — handle dispatch and cross-border paperwork, and the firm runs an onsite maintenance shop to maximize uptime.

The business model is transaction- and quote-based: freight rates are set per shipment based on size, distance, equipment, and destination, with additional fee-bearing add-ons such as straight truck, tailgate, and pallet jack assistance. Warehousing and trailer storage are available by inquiry with limited capacity. Revenue is generated across TL, LTL, 3PL, specialized freight, and warehousing. The go-to-market is sales-led and relationship-driven, supported by a referral program, industry-association memberships (Ontario Trucking Association, Canadian Trucking Alliance, Truckload Carriers Association), and community involvement. Pricing is not publicly disclosed, and no published financials, funding events, or named customer logos are available in the source material.

Name

Spring Creek Carriers

Legal name

Spring Creek Carriers Inc.

Website

https://springcreekcarriers.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Spring Creek Carriers Inc. is an asset-based Canadian trucking and logistics company, founded in 1995 and based in Beamsville, Ontario, that provides truckload, LTL, specialized freight, 3PL, and limited cross-border warehousing services between Canada and the United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Beamsville

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Truckload (TL) Transportation Services: Full truckload over-the-road transportation solutions throughout Canada and the U.S., providing dedicated capacity for large shipments
2. Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) Transportation: LTL over-the-road transportation allowing shippers to pay only for the space their freight occupies, serving customers throughout Canada and the USA
3. Third-Party Logistics (3PL): Third-party logistics solutions leveraging a network of vetted partner carriers for comprehensive freight solutions across North America
4. Warehousing Services: Limited warehouse space available for storage between Toronto and Buffalo; also offers trailer storage solutions
5. Specialized Freight Services: Services including Dry Van, Flat Bed, Bulk, Temperature Controlled, and Tanker transportation solutions
6. Additional Services: Straight truck, tailgate and pallet jack assistance at pickups and deliveries (additional fees apply)

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Spring Creek Carriers is a Canadian transportation and logistics company providing truckload (TL), less-than-truckload (LTL), third-party logistics (3PL), and specialized freight services along with warehousing solutions. The company primarily serves cross-border shipping between Canada and the United States, operating a diversified fleet and equipment set to handle varied freight types.

Product overview

Spring Creek Carriers operates as an asset-based trucking and logistics company offering a unified platform of transportation and warehousing services. The core portfolio consists of Truckload (TL) and Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) over-the-road freight services, complemented by Third-Party Logistics (3PL) solutions utilizing a vetted partner carrier network. The company provides specialized freight capabilities including Dry Van, Flat Bed, Bulk, Temperature Controlled, and Tanker services. Warehousing and trailer storage are offered at the Beamsville terminal. Additional services include cross-border customs management, straight truck deliveries with tailgate assistance, and driver/vehicle services. The product suite is delivered through company-owned equipment and coordinated partner carriers, all aligned with the company's vision, mission, and values.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Truckload (TL) Services Full truckload freight transportation service for business shippers; the company dedicates an entire trailer to a single shipper's freight, typically for larger-volume loads.
• Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) Services Partial truckload freight transportation service for shippers whose freight does not require a full trailer; multiple shipments are consolidated.
• Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Services Outsourced logistics services that manage freight transportation on behalf of business shippers, providing a single point of contact for logistics needs.
• Dry Van Transportation Enclosed trailer freight transportation for general cargo that does not require temperature control or specialized handling.
• Flat Bed Services Open-deck trailer freight transportation for oversized, heavy, or construction-related cargo that cannot be loaded into enclosed trailers.
• Bulk Transportation Bulk commodity freight transportation for loose, non-packaged goods such as grains, aggregates, or other dry bulk materials.
• Temperature Controlled Shipping Refrigerated freight transportation for goods requiring temperature regulation during transit, such as food, beverages, or pharmaceuticals.
• Tanker Services Liquid or gas freight transportation using tanker trailers for commodities such as chemicals, fuel, milk, or other liquid bulk products.
• Warehousing Solutions Storage and warehousing services for business customers needing short- or long-term inventory storage, often in conjunction with cross-border transportation.
• Cross-Border Transportation Freight transportation services between Canada and the United States, leveraging the company's expertise in cross-border customs and regulatory requirements.
• Straight Truck Services Local and regional freight transportation using straight (non-articulated) trucks, typically for shorter hauls and urban distribution.

Quantifiable outcome

• Freight damage is virtually eliminated through air ride trailers, load locking bars, and straps
• +1 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Partner Carriers NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpring Creek Logistics maintains a network of vetted partner carriers that must align with company Vision, Mission, and Values. Partner carriers must meet all federal, state, and provincial regulations in both Canada and the U.S. They must maintain appropriate liability insurance and WSIB requirements. Spring Creek continuously monitors partners to ensure they meet and maintain minimum safety and employment standards.
• Ontario Trucking AssociationminorOthersIndustry association membership supporting the Ontario trucking industry and promoting positive image of the industry.
• Canadian Trucking AllianceminorOthersNational industry association representing trucking interests in Canada.
• Truckload Carriers AssociationminorOthersIndustry association serving truckload carriers in North America.
• Trucks for ChangeminorOthersCharitable organization supported by Spring Creek Group of Companies, providing trucking services for charitable causes.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• J.B. Hunt Transport Services: U.S.-based multi-mode carrier operating truckload, intermodal, and dedicated services across North America; a broad incumbent peer whose intermodal and dedicated capacity services compete for the same cross-border and U.S. lane freight as Spring Creek.
• Knight-Swift Transportation: Largest U.S. truckload carrier with TL, LTL, and logistics services, including cross-border Canada operations; a broad incumbent competitor for the same shipper relationships in the U.S. Northeast/Midwest/Southeast lanes Spring Creek serves.
• Old Dominion Freight Line: Largest U.S. LTL carrier with extensive network coverage and premium service positioning; an incumbent peer for the LTL portion of Spring Creek's business, especially in U.S. Southeast and Midwest corridors.
• Mullen Group: Alberta-based diversified trucking and logistics provider with TL, LTL, warehousing, and specialized services across Canada and the U.S.; comparable business mix and customer base as a broader Canadian incumbent.
• TFI International: Montreal-based diversified transportation and logistics company operating LTL, TL, logistics, and package services across North America; a broad incumbent peer whose Canadian footprint and cross-border freight overlap materially with Spring Creek's market.

Direct peers

• Day & Ross Transportation Group: New Brunswick-based Canadian carrier with TL, LTL, and logistics services throughout Canada and into the U.S. Northeast; direct mid-sized peer with cross-border specialization comparable to Spring Creek.
• Bison Transport: Canadian asset-based carrier headquartered in Winnipeg with extensive cross-border Canada-U.S. truckload and intermodal services; the closest mid-sized direct peer to Spring Creek given similar cross-border specialization and TL/LTL model.
• Challenger Motor Freight: Cambridge, Ontario-based asset-based carrier providing TL, LTL, and specialized freight across Canada and the U.S., with cross-border expertise and similar equipment diversity (dry van, flatbed, refrigerated).

Emerging players

• RXO Inc. U.S.-headquartered asset-light freight brokerage spun off from XPO Logistics; competes for the same TL/LTL shipper demand Spring Creek targets, with a digital-brokerage model that pressures traditional asset-based carriers' market share.
• Yusen Logistics (Americas): Global 3PL with significant Canada-U.S. cross-border trucking and warehousing capabilities; an adjacent peer whose asset-light model and contract logistics offerings compete for the same mid-sized shipper accounts in Spring Creek's corridor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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