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BISON TRANSPORT INC

Active Refrigerated (reefer) carrier Other Grade B

1,416-unit refrigerated (reefer) carrier based in Winnipeg, MB. Current peer-cohort grade: B (above average).

USDOT
245330
MC
MC156588
Based
Winnipeg, MB
Contact
2048330240 · gpitzel@bisontransport.com
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ProHRHQ analysis · derived from FMCSA Company Census

What this carrier is

With 1,416 power units and 1,102 drivers on file, BISON TRANSPORT INC is an enterprise-fleet refrigerated (reefer) carrier operating out of Winnipeg, MB. The carrier runs over-the-road lanes and holds active MC156588 authority. Listed cargo classifications include general freight, building materials, fresh produce, grain, feed, hay, meat, chemicals, refrigerated food, beverages, and paper products. FMCSA safety rating on file: Satisfactory (Nov 5, 2009).

Fleet composition on file: 1,416 owned tractors, 5,291 owned trailers.

For shippers and brokers: this carrier sits above peer-cohort average on most measures with no acute or critical flags on file.

Federal record · FMCSA Company Census (MCS-150)

At a glance

1,416
Power units
1,102
Drivers
1,622
Inspections (24 mo)
8
Driver out-of-service
103
Vehicle out-of-service
45
Crashes (3 yr)
ProHRHQ analysis · peer-cohort grading on FMCSA SMS data

Safety record

B
Above average

Grade shown here is ProHRHQ analysis based on public FMCSA data. It is not an official FMCSA safety rating. The authoritative federal record is on FMCSA SAFER/SMS.

Current peer-cohort snapshot based on public FMCSA BASIC measures. Peer cohort: 25 motor carriers operating 1,395–1,442 power units.

No acute or critical violation flags in the current review window.

Reads as grade B. Main caution: nothing stands out as disqualifying on this record.

BASIC Carrier (3yr, weighted) Cohort avg vs. cohort Acute
Unsafe Driving 439 439.00 100.0% No
Hours-of-Service 147 147.00 100.0% No
Driver Fitness 0 0.00 — No
Controlled Substances/Alcohol 0 0.00 — No
Vehicle Maintenance 817 817.00 100.0% No
Hazmat 27 27.00 100.0% n/a
Federal record · public MCMIS inspection, violation, and crash files

Inspection and violation record

Last 3 years of public roadside history for USDOT 245330: 2,513 inspections across 44 states. Most recent inspection: Apr 16, 2026 in ND.

BASIC Violations (3 yr)
Unsafe Driving 425
Hours-of-Service 133
Driver Fitness 2
Vehicle Maintenance 800
Hazmat 34
Total violations 1,409 (244 out-of-service)

Crash record (3 yr): 45 reportable crashes , 14 with reported injuries , 1 with fatalities . Most recent: Feb 9, 2026.

ProHRHQ analysis · derived from federal cargo, route, and fleet fields

What this carrier likely fits

This is a refrigerated (reefer) carrier that runs over-the-road lanes, primarily interstate over 100 miles, with general freight, building materials, fresh produce, and other listed classes on the FMCSA cargo classification list. Trailer-heavy fleet composition (5,291 trailers against 1,416 tractors) is consistent with drop-and-hook or dedicated lane operation.

Drawn from FMCSA-reported cargo classifications, route profile, and fleet composition. Not a substitute for direct confirmation of equipment and lane capability with the carrier.

ProHRHQ analysis · key takeaways

Key takeaways

  • Grade B (above average) against 25 peer carriers operating 1,395–1,442 power units.
  • No acute or critical violation flags in the current review window.
  • 1,622 inspections in the 24-month SMS window (8 driver OOS, 103 vehicle OOS).
  • Three-year public record: 1,409 violations, 45 reportable crashes (1 involving fatalities).
  • Operates as an enterprise-fleet refrigerated (reefer) carrier running over-the-road lanes with 1,416 power units on file.
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