Decker Truck Line Inc

Our Company History

In 1931, with the help of a single Model B Ford truck, Loren Decker and his younger brother Dale fulfilled the youthful dream of owning a trucking company. Although only 17 years of age at the time, Loren already had several years of driving experience in the days when no driver’s license was required. Service in the early days involved the transportation of canned goods, plumbing fixtures, gypsum products and windmills between Iowa and the adjacent states.

In 1945, after earning a Purple Heart in the Marine Corps, Dale Decker rejoined his brother Loren in the business where both brothers participated in all phases of the company’s activities. During the first 45 years of its existence, Decker enjoyed a steady yet moderate growth as it continued to concentrate its operations in the Midwestern states transporting primarily construction materials, iron, steel articles and food products.

In 1976, Loren retired and sold his interest in the company to Dale and Dale’s two sons, Don and Duane Decker. Building upon the base of 45 years of experience, customer loyalty, quality service and personnel, this new management team set forth to expand the company’s operations, both in territorial scope and in the range of commodities transported. In the ten years that followed, Decker’s revenues increased tenfold and its operations extended to a nationwide system of carrying all types of products under both its nationwide common and contract carrier authority.

In 1993, Don Decker acquired sole ownership of the company. Decker’s management team consists primarily of individuals who have grown within the company as some began their career as drivers. They now use their operational knowledge and expertise to sustain Decker’s highest standard of service which has gained the loyalty of some of the nation’s largest shippers, as well as smaller operations.

Temperature Controlled / Dry Van
Decker Truck Line, Inc. operates an Award Winning Fleet of over 900 temperature-controlled trailers that offer customizable solutions for your supply chain needs. These lightweight trailers are equipped with air ride suspension systems and integrated load securement features to provide a safe, secure and well-protected environment for all types of cargo. Whether your shipping needs are frozen products, fresh produce, pharmaceuticals or any other temperature-sensitive product, you can rely on our transportation and logistics professionals. Decker’s temperature-controlled equipment utilizes the latest industry technology including satellite tracking to provide remote monitoring, pin point location and absolute temperature control. This ensures on-time delivery and customer requirements are met and exceeded. With Decker Reefer/Van Terminals strategically placed throughout the country, we have the ability to meet our customers’ shipping needs and increase supply chain efficiency.

Flatbed
For over 90 years, Decker Truck Line, Inc. has operated an Award Winning fleet of over 500 flatbed and drop deck trailers. The objective of this fleet is to provide safe, secure, and on-time delivery of our customers’ freight. These lightweight trailers are equipped with air ride suspension systems and integrated load securement features to provide a safe, secure, and well-protected environment for all types of cargo. We have vast experience hauling building materials, steel, heavy equipment, and virtually any other product that can ship on a flatbed trailer. We are proud of our long tenure we have established with many of our flatbed accounts and believe it’s a testament to the customer service we’ve been able to provide these important clients over the years. Our reputation has been built around industry leading technology, highly skilled transportation professionals and well-maintained equipment. Decker has flatbed terminals strategically placed throughout the country to enhance our ability to meet our customers’ requirements, as well as our drivers’ needs.

Logistics
Decker Truck Line has a team equipped to provide logistics solutions to meet your needs. Our freight brokerage division helps us manage customers’ freight when our assets are not able to supply the capacity. This allows us to offer a full-service transportation solution to select accounts. We have several dedicated transportation solutions in place throughout the country including, but not limited to, team expedited service, manufacturing to DC service, DC to store services, and event touring services. Decker has a history of being very creative in providing logistics solutions, and we welcome all opportunities.

Dedicated
Decker has the ability and willingness to develop custom solutions to meet your needs in the dedicated transportation industry. We provide solutions to the challenges you might be facing, in the most cost effective and efficient manner possible.