35. Crete Carrier
Data through Dec 31, 2025
Location
Lincoln, Neb.
Leadership
Tonn Ostergard, Chairman and CEO; Tim Aschoff, President and COO; Erick Kutter, President, Shaffer Trucking; Winston Ostergard, President, Hunt Transportation
Revenue (000)
$1,200,000
Services
Crete Carrier (dry van TL, dedicated contract carriage)
Shaffer Trucking (refrigerated TL, dedicated contract carriage)
Hunt Transportation (flatbed/heavy specialized)
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