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Modern Trade Logistics LLC

USDOT# 3889154 MC-1429296 Atlanta, GA FMCSA since 2022 (4 yrs)
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Active

Authority Status

FMCSA since 2022 (4 yrs)

Authority Age

2

Linked Authorities

Yes

MC# on File

About this broker: Modern Trade Logistics LLC is an active FMCSA-licensed property broker based in Atlanta, Georgia (FMCSA since 2022 (4 yrs)). Operating under MC-1429296, the broker connects shippers with motor carriers for general freight movement in interstate commerce. Listed officer: Sheila Smith.

Broker Overview

Modern Trade Logistics LLC is a federally-licensed property broker headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia · FMCSA since 2022 (4 yrs). The company operates under MC-1429296 with USDOT 3889154.

Sheila Smith is listed as company officer in FMCSA records. We've identified 2 other authorities registered to the same officer — see Connected Authorities below.

Source: FMCSA daily census & SAFER public records · Last synced: 2026-07-27

Authority & Dockets

USDOT Number

3889154

Active

Motor Carrier / Property Broker

MC-1429296

Active

Authority granted: 4 years, 2 months ago (May 24, 2022)

Connected Authorities

The following 2 FMCSA authorities are registered under the same officer (Sheila Smith). This includes both active and inactive companies. Useful for verifying business relationships, ownership history, and chameleon-carrier risk.

Gravel Hill B Farm

Inactive

DOT# 2561916

MADRID, NY · Carrier

USA Recycling Industries Incorporated

Inactive

DOT# 2266662

READING, PA · 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 Modern Trade Logistics LLC a legitimate freight broker?
Modern Trade Logistics LLC holds an active FMCSA license under USDOT 3889154 and MC-1429296. 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 Modern Trade Logistics LLC located?
Modern Trade Logistics LLC is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with FMCSA broker authority dating back 4 years, 2 months.
What is Modern Trade Logistics LLC's MC number?
Modern Trade Logistics LLC operates under MC-1429296 and USDOT 3889154. These are the unique federal identifiers issued by the FMCSA for any company arranging interstate freight in the U.S.
How can I contact Modern Trade Logistics LLC?
FMCSA records list contact information for Modern Trade Logistics LLC as: phone (470) 686-5263. Contact information is reported by the broker to FMCSA and may not always be current.
How do I become a carrier for Modern Trade Logistics LLC?
To haul loads for Modern Trade Logistics LLC, 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 Modern Trade Logistics LLC directly to start the setup process.
Does Modern Trade Logistics LLC 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 Modern Trade Logistics LLC accepts new authorities, the fastest way is to call them directly. We crowdsource this data — if you've been set up with Modern Trade Logistics LLC as a new MC, please share your experience on this profile.
What kind of carrier packet does Modern Trade Logistics LLC 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 Modern Trade Logistics LLC carrier packet link, you can share it on this profile to help other carriers get set up faster.
Who owns Modern Trade Logistics LLC?
FMCSA records list Sheila Smith as a company officer of Modern Trade Logistics LLC. Officer information is self-reported and reflects the most recent record on file.
Is Modern Trade Logistics LLC's broker authority active right now?
Yes — based on the most recent FMCSA sync, Modern Trade Logistics LLC 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 Modern Trade Logistics LLC 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 Modern Trade Logistics LLC 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 Modern Trade Logistics LLC), 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 Modern Trade Logistics LLC find reliable carriers in Georgia?
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 Georgia. We also dispatch hundreds of owner-operators and small fleets — see O Trucking dispatch services.
How should I verify Modern Trade Logistics LLC 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 Georgia with verified authority data and authority-age sorting so older, more-established brokerages surface first.

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