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Maxton Shipping INC

USDOT# 3480200 MC-1141917 Rocklin, CA FMCSA since 2020 (5 yrs)
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Authority Status

FMCSA since 2020 (5 yrs)

Authority Age

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MC# on File

About this broker: Maxton Shipping INC is an active FMCSA-licensed freight forwarder based in Rocklin, California (FMCSA since 2020 (5 yrs)). Operating under MC-1141917, the broker connects shippers with motor carriers for general freight movement in interstate commerce. Listed officer: Vlad Nikolaev.

Broker Overview

Maxton Shipping INC is a federally-licensed freight forwarder headquartered in Rocklin, California · FMCSA since 2020 (5 yrs). The company operates under MC-1141917 with USDOT 3480200.

Vlad Nikolaev and Bridget Tran are listed as company officers in FMCSA records.

Source: FMCSA daily census & SAFER public records · Last synced: 2026-07-28

Authority & Dockets

USDOT Number

3480200

Active

Motor Carrier / Property Broker

MC-1141917

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Motor Carrier / Property Broker

MC-1141917

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Authority granted: 5 years, 10 months ago (September 1, 2020)

Companies at the Same Address

2 additional FMCSA authorities are registered at this same physical address. Multiple authorities at one address can be normal (shared office, mail-forwarding service) or a chameleon-carrier signal — use your own judgment.

Divine Enterprises

Active

DOT# 2232236

Broker

Divine Enterprises

Active

DOT# 1134917

Carrier

Carrier Packet

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Insurance & Broker Bond

BMC-84 Surety Bond / BMC-85 Trust

Federal regulation 49 CFR 387.307 requires every property broker to maintain a $75,000 surety bond (BMC-84) or trust agreement (BMC-85) on file with FMCSA. This bond protects motor carriers against non-payment. Active broker authority generally indicates a valid bond is on file.

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What You Should Verify

  • Bond is currently active (not pending cancellation)
  • Bond meets the $75,000 federal minimum
  • Surety company is reputable and financially solid
  • No active complaints on file with the FMCSA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maxton Shipping INC a legitimate freight broker?
Maxton Shipping INC holds an active FMCSA license under USDOT 3480200 and MC-1141917. Active authority means the broker is currently registered with the federal government and authorized to arrange motor-carrier shipments. Always verify current authority status on FMCSA SAFER before working with any broker.
Where is Maxton Shipping INC located?
Maxton Shipping INC is headquartered in Rocklin, California, with FMCSA broker authority dating back 5 years, 10 months.
What is Maxton Shipping INC's MC number?
Maxton Shipping INC operates under MC-1141917 and USDOT 3480200. These are the unique federal identifiers issued by the FMCSA for any company arranging interstate freight in the U.S.
How can I contact Maxton Shipping INC?
FMCSA records list contact information for Maxton Shipping INC as: phone (650) 410-8900, email bridget@maxtonshipping.com. Contact information is reported by the broker to FMCSA and may not always be current.
How do I become a carrier for Maxton Shipping INC?
To haul loads for Maxton Shipping INC, you'll typically need: (1) active MC operating authority, (2) a valid carrier packet signed and on file, (3) certificate of insurance naming the broker as additional insured, (4) a W-9, and (5) a signed broker-carrier agreement. The exact requirements vary by broker — contact Maxton Shipping INC directly to start the setup process.
Does Maxton Shipping INC work with new MC authorities?
Many freight brokers prefer carriers with at least 6 months to 1 year of operating history before granting setup, but policies vary widely between brokers. If you're a new MC and want to know whether Maxton Shipping INC accepts new authorities, the fastest way is to call them directly. We crowdsource this data — if you've been set up with Maxton Shipping INC as a new MC, please share your experience on this profile.
What kind of carrier packet does Maxton Shipping INC use?
A carrier packet is the broker's standard onboarding paperwork — typically a broker-carrier agreement, W-9 request, certificate of insurance request, and reference forms. If you have a current Maxton Shipping INC carrier packet link, you can share it on this profile to help other carriers get set up faster.
Who owns Maxton Shipping INC?
FMCSA records list Vlad Nikolaev as a company officer of Maxton Shipping INC. Officer information is self-reported and reflects the most recent record on file.
Is Maxton Shipping INC's broker authority active right now?
Yes — based on the most recent FMCSA sync, Maxton Shipping INC has active broker authority. Authority status can change at any time; always verify on the FMCSA SAFER system before signing a carrier-broker agreement.
What is a BMC-84 broker bond and does Maxton Shipping INC have one?
Federal regulations require every property broker to maintain a $75,000 surety bond (BMC-84) or trust agreement (BMC-85) on file with FMCSA. This protects carriers from non-payment. Active broker authority generally means a valid bond is on file — verify current bond status via FMCSA's L&I (Licensing & Insurance) public search.
What's the difference between a freight broker like Maxton Shipping INC and a truck dispatch service?
A freight broker holds FMCSA broker authority (MC-FF), legally arranges transportation between shippers and carriers, and earns commission from the rate spread. A truck dispatcher works on behalf of the carrier — finding loads on load boards, negotiating rates with brokers (like Maxton Shipping INC), and handling paperwork. Brokers represent shippers; dispatchers represent carriers. See O Trucking's guide on dispatcher vs. freight broker, or learn about O Trucking's dispatch services for carriers.
How can a broker like Maxton Shipping INC find reliable carriers in California?
Brokers source carriers through: (1) FMCSA-verified carrier directories where MC numbers and safety records are pre-checked, (2) load boards (DAT, Truckstop) that match active carriers to posted freight, (3) direct relationships with dispatch services that represent multiple carriers, and (4) referrals from current carriers. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed carrier directory — see active carriers based in California. We also dispatch hundreds of owner-operators and small fleets — see O Trucking dispatch services.
How should I verify Maxton Shipping INC before hauling and protect against broker fraud?
Before accepting any load, do the full broker verification check: (1) confirm active MC broker authority on FMCSA SAFER, (2) verify BMC-84 surety bond ($75K minimum) or BMC-85 trust on FMCSA L&I, (3) check days-to-pay reputation on broker-credit databases, and (4) search carrier forums for fraud history. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed broker directory for California with verified authority data and authority-age sorting so older, more-established brokerages surface first.

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