# Triple T Transport

> Reefer-Specialty Freight Broker · Lewis Center, OH · Founded 1988

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**Last updated:** 2026-05-08

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## Key facts

- Founded 1988 · headquartered in Lewis Center, OH
- Privately held
- FMCSA broker authority: **ACTIVE** (MC-271691)
- #61 on Transport Topics Top 100 (2026)
- Gross revenue: $311M per Transport Topics 2026
- Primary freight modes: Dry Van, Reefer

## About

Triple T Transport is a refrigerated-specialty freight broker founded in 1988 by Tom Sanfillipo and John Walker, headquartered in Lewis Center, Ohio (Columbus metro), and ranked #61 on the Transport Topics 2026 Top 100 with $311 million in gross revenue and $40 million in net revenue (12.9% net margin). The company has been 100% employee-owned through an ESOP since 2011.

Per Transport Topics 2026, Triple T moves dry van truckload and refrigerated as primary modes, with active LTL and flatbed/heavy haul. The company's core specialty is refrigerated and frozen freight — a focus reflected in its food and beverage shipper base across the Midwest, Great Lakes, and Southeast corridors.

For shippers evaluating Triple T, the strongest fit is mid-volume reefer programs originating in or moving through the Midwest and Ohio Valley. The employee-ownership structure tends to drive a service-consistent culture vs. PE-backed or rapidly-growing competitors. Shippers needing primary intermodal, cross-border, or bulk/tank capability should benchmark Triple T against more multi-mode brokers.

## Load types

| Mode | Status |
|---|---|
| Dry Van TL | ● Primary |
| Refrigerated | ● Primary |
| LTL | ✓ Active |
| Intermodal | Not offered |
| Flatbed | ✓ Active |
| Air / Expedited | Limited |
| Bulk / Tank | Not offered |
| Parcel | Not offered |

Source: Transport Topics Top 100 Freight Brokerages, 2026

## FMCSA & Licensing

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MC Number | MC-271691 |
| USDOT Number | USDOT 2216490 |
| Broker Authority | ● ACTIVE |
| Surety Bond | $75,000 BMC-84 · On File |

Verify status: https://li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov

## Coverage

All 48 contiguous states

**Strongest lanes:**

- Midwest → Southeast
- Ohio → Texas
- Great Lakes Reefer Corridor

## Pros & Cons

**What shippers like:**

- 100% employee-owned (ESOP since 2011) — service-consistent culture and long-tenured account teams
- Reefer specialty with $311M gross revenue and 12.9% net margin — focused-mode broker scaled into Top 100
- Long operating history (founded 1988) — financial stability and Midwest carrier relationships
- Strong Midwest, Great Lakes, and Southeast reefer lane density

**Common complaints:**

- Reefer specialization means thinner non-reefer alternatives — single-broker fit limited if reefer is not core
- No intermodal, cross-border Mexico/Canada, or bulk/tank capability disclosed
- No instant quoting or API integration
- Reviews not aggregated to a verifiable score

## FAQ

### Is Triple T Transport licensed and bonded as a freight broker?

Triple T Transport, Inc. holds active FMCSA broker authority MC-271691 / USDOT 2216490 with a $75,000 BMC-84 surety bond on file. 100% employee-owned (ESOP since 2011). Verify at li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov.

### What types of freight does Triple T Transport handle?

Per Transport Topics 2026, Triple T moves dry van TL and refrigerated as primary, with active LTL and flatbed/heavy haul. Specialty in refrigerated and frozen freight on Midwest, Great Lakes, and Southeast lanes.

### How do Triple T Transport's rates compare to other freight brokers?

Triple T reported $311M gross / $40M net revenue (12.9% net margin) for Transport Topics 2026 — competitive among reefer-focused brokers. Strongest cost competitiveness on Midwest reefer lanes. Benchmark on ShipperGuide before committing.

## Best for

Mid-volume reefer shippers — particularly food and beverage, produce, and frozen freight programs in Midwest, Ohio Valley, and Southeast corridors.

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## Sources

- Revenue and ranking: Transport Topics Top 100 Freight Brokerages (annual list)
- FMCSA licensing: li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov — broker authority status verified at publication where possible
- Reviews: G2, Trustpilot, Google Business — shipper reviews only
- Listing assembled from public records. Brokers can claim/update via directory@shipperguide.com