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Tower Logistics LLC

USDOT# 2917426 MC-983256 Ionia, MI Est. 2016 (9 yrs)

Active

Authority Status

Est. 2016 (9 yrs)

Authority Age

1

Linked Authorities

Yes

MC# on File

About this broker: Tower Logistics LLC is an active FMCSA-licensed property broker based in Ionia, Michigan (Est. 2016 (9 yrs)). Operating under MC-983256, the broker connects shippers with motor carriers for general freight movement in interstate commerce. Listed officer: Ward Jason Stewart.

Broker Overview

Tower Logistics LLC is a federally-licensed property broker headquartered in Ionia, Michigan · Est. 2016 (9 yrs). The company operates under MC-983256 with USDOT 2917426.

Ward Jason Stewart is listed as company officer in FMCSA records.

Source: FMCSA daily census & SAFER public records · Last synced: 2026-03-05

Authority & Dockets

USDOT Number

2917426

Active

Motor Carrier / Property Broker

MC-983256

Active

Authority granted: 9 years, 11 months ago (August 8, 2016)

Connected Authorities

The following 1 FMCSA authority is registered under the same officer (Ward Jason Stewart). This includes both active and inactive companies. Useful for verifying business relationships, ownership history, and chameleon-carrier risk.

Stewart Transport INC

Inactive

DOT# 2944364

IONIA, MI · Carrier

Carrier Packet

Looking to get set up as a carrier with Tower Logistics LLC? A "carrier packet" is the broker's standard onboarding paperwork — broker-carrier agreement, W-9, certificate of insurance request, references.

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Does Tower Logistics LLC Work With New MCs?

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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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tower Logistics LLC a legitimate freight broker?
Tower Logistics LLC holds an active FMCSA license under USDOT 2917426 and MC-983256. 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 Tower Logistics LLC located?
Tower Logistics LLC is headquartered in Ionia, Michigan, with FMCSA broker authority dating back 9 years, 11 months.
What is Tower Logistics LLC's MC number?
Tower Logistics LLC operates under MC-983256 and USDOT 2917426. These are the unique federal identifiers issued by the FMCSA for any company arranging interstate freight in the U.S.
How can I contact Tower Logistics LLC?
FMCSA records list contact information for Tower Logistics LLC as: phone (517) 599-2278, email WARD.STEWART@ICLOUD.COM. Contact information is reported by the broker to FMCSA and may not always be current.
How do I become a carrier for Tower Logistics LLC?
To haul loads for Tower 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 Tower Logistics LLC directly to start the setup process.
Does Tower 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 Tower Logistics LLC accepts new authorities, the fastest way is to call them directly. We crowdsource this data — if you've been set up with Tower Logistics LLC as a new MC, please share your experience on this profile.
What kind of carrier packet does Tower 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 Tower Logistics LLC carrier packet link, you can share it on this profile to help other carriers get set up faster.
Who owns Tower Logistics LLC?
FMCSA records list Ward Jason Stewart as a company officer of Tower Logistics LLC. Officer information is self-reported and reflects the most recent record on file.
Is Tower Logistics LLC's broker authority active right now?
Yes — based on the most recent FMCSA sync, Tower 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 Tower 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 Tower 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 Tower 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 Tower Logistics LLC find reliable carriers in Michigan?
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 Michigan. We also dispatch hundreds of owner-operators and small fleets — see O Trucking dispatch services.
How should I verify Tower 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 Michigan with verified authority data and authority-age sorting so older, more-established brokerages surface first.

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