Top Trucking Carriers in Alaska

There are 6,443 active FMCSA-registered trucking carriers based in Alaska, across 178 cities.

Every carrier listed on this page has an active FMCSA USDOT number. To verify operating authority, insurance, and safety record, check FMCSA SAFER (safer.fmcsa.dot.gov/CompanySnapshot.aspx) using the carrier's DOT number. For broker authority and BIPD insurance status, use the FMCSA L&I Public Lookup (li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov). Cross-reference safety scores via the FMCSA SMS (ai.fmcsa.dot.gov/SMS).

Most US trucking carriers are small fleets — over 90% operate fewer than 6 trucks. Among the 6,443 active Alaska carriers, fleet sizes range from owner-operators with a single truck to large carriers with hundreds of power units. The top 100 by fleet size are listed above, sorted by reported power units.

Federal Bridge Formula rules and 80,000 lb maximum gross vehicle weight apply on Interstate highways in Alaska. State-specific permits are required for oversize/overweight loads, and some states enforce additional emissions, hours-of-service, or weight enforcement rules. Carriers should consult the Alaska Department of Transportation for current commercial vehicle requirements.