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2026 Top Grocery Carriers

2026 Essential Management and Operating Information for the 100 Largest Private Carriers in North America

Up Front

Some private fleets expanded via acquisition in 2026 while others shed tractors in a shifting landscape for freight.

Private fleets are targeting efficiency gains as operating expenses and cost pressures continue to mount.

Find out where the Top 100 Private Carriers are headquartered by state; hover over a state to view all companies located there.

Rankings

Current Rank Company Tractors
1
United Natural Foods Inc.
2,347
2
McLane Retail
1,831
3
The Kroger Co.
1,383
4
C&S Wholesale Grocers
1,291
5
Ahold Delhaize USA
1,257
6
Albertsons Cos.
1,105
7
Publix Super Markets
929
8
H-E-B Grocery
796
9
Hy-Vee Inc.
359
10
Meijer Inc.
265
11
Bozzuto's Inc.
264
12
Wegmans Food Markets
200
13
Northeast Grocery
109
14
GSC Enterprises
99
15
URM Stores
80
16
Save Mart Supermarkets
79
17
Schnuck Markets
78
18
Piggly Wiggly Alabama Distributing Co.
72
19
Brookshire Brothers
45
20
Eastland Food
22

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Equipment acquisition for private fleets has been mixed this year, with industries like agriculture expanding while others stagnate.

Learn more about how carriers are selected for Transport Topics' Top 100 list of the largest private fleets in North America.

Private Carrier News

BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuelFor-HirePrivate

Cummins debuts X15N engine in Europe

Cummins, which has offered the X15N in North America for the past two years, showcased the natural gas-powered version of its largest truck engine at IAA Transportation.

September 15, 2026
GovernmentBusinessPrivate

China passes halfway point of U.S. soybean purchase promise

China has fulfilled more than half of its annual U.S. soybean purchase pledge, offering a bright spot for trade between the world’s two largest economies.

September 14, 2026
BusinessFuelPrivate

Costco nearly doubles price for Kirkland motor oil

Costco's Kirkland Signature full-synthetic motor oil 5-quart two-pack now costs around $58, well above the approximately $30 it had been selling for just last year. 

September 14, 2026
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafetyLogisticsGlobal FreightPrivate

Amazon suspends use of cargo carrier after fatal crash

The jet’s ownership history, weather conditions at the airport, maintenance records and operations by 21 Air were expected to be reviewed by investigators with the NTSB.

September 14, 2026
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuelLogisticsFor-HirePrivate

Trucking companies and industry groups gear up for NTDAW

The trucking industry is rolling out giveaways, discounts and recognition events for professional drivers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, which runs Sept. 13-19.

September 11, 2026
GovernmentBusinessSafetyFuelLogisticsPrivate

Food industry warns prices will go up for rest of year

Conagra, Campbell’s and Clorox announced or signaled price increases as inflation, tariffs and higher input costs pressure margins.

September 11, 2026
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafetyLogisticsGlobal FreightPrivate

Amazon Air crash puts outsourcing model in focus again

Amazon’s use of contract cargo carriers may limit its liability after a fatal Miami crash involving an Amazon-branded jet.

September 9, 2026
GovernmentBusinessSafetyLogisticsGlobal FreightPrivate

Amazon cargo jet increased thrust before runway overrun

The Amazon cargo plane that crashed in Miami on Sept. 7 increased thrust just seconds before it overran the runway and careered into two vehicles, NTSB said.

September 9, 2026
GovernmentBusinessPrivate

General Mills, Mars, McKee allege sugar price collusion

General Mills, Mars and McKee Foods joined other food manufacturers and grocers in litigation that alleges top U.S. sugar producers colluded to inflate prices.

September 8, 2026
GovernmentBusinessLogisticsPrivate

Tariff refund checks offer companies only short-term relief

American retailers and manufacturers are getting relief from President Trump’s tariffs. But for some of the hardest hit companies, the benefits pale in comparison with the losses.

September 8, 2026

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