Daseke

Daseke is the largest provider of flatbed, open-deck, and specialized transportation solutions in North America. With a fleet exceeding 3,000 tractors and 6,000 flatbed and specialized trailers, Daseke operates across 49 U.S. states, as well as Canada and Mexico. The company offers two main segments: Flatbed Solutions and Specialized Solutions. The Flatbed Solutions segment focuses on transportation and logistics using flatbed and retractable-sided equipment, while the Specialized Solutions segment caters to freight requiring specialized trailering equipment. The majority of Daseke's revenue is generated from its Specialized Solutions segment, serving a diverse range of major industrial shippers.

Christopher Nelson

Vice President, Risk Management

5 past transactions

Aveda Transportation and Energy Services

Acquisition in 2018
Aveda Transportation and Energy Services Inc., established in 1994 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, specializes in providing comprehensive transportation solutions and equipment rentals tailored to the oil and gas industry. The company offers a range of services including rig and worksite transport, heavy haul, hotshot services, and rental of various oilfield equipment such as tanks, mats, pickers, light towers, and well-site shacks. With primary operations in key locations across Canada and the United States, Aveda ensures safe and efficient transportation solutions by meticulously planning each stage of the process. As a subsidiary of Daseke Companies Inc., Aveda continues to serve its clients with reliability and expertise.

R&R Trucking

Acquisition in 2017
R&R Trucking operates as a specialized truckload carrier based in Duenweg, Missouri, encompassing three companies: R&R Trucking Inc., TNI (USA) Inc. DBA AATCO, and NEI Transport LLC. The company specializes in the transportation of specialty cargo that necessitates unique training and security clearances. This includes the movement of defense and commercial arms, ammunition, explosives, radioactive materials, and other hazardous items. R&R Trucking utilizes a network of high-security terminals and employs team drivers to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of these sensitive materials across various locations.

The Steelman Companies

Acquisition in 2017
The Steelman Companies handle standard flatbed freight, over dimensional loads, and specialized equipment. They offer brokerage and logistics services, and can provide options such as live load, drop and hook, and dedicated run options.

Big Freight Systems

Acquisition in 2017
Founded in Canada nearly seven decades ago, Big Freight Systems is an experienced trucking company specializing in freight management. They offer comprehensive logistics solutions, including warehousing and specialized glass hauling services. Committed to professionalism and timeliness, they ensure safe delivery of products from origin to destination using their own fleet or contracted carriers.

Schilli Transportation Services

Acquisition in 2017
Schilli Transportation Services is to provide value added logistics management services for all areas of transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, fuel management services, equipment sales and leasing services.
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