MERCHANTS DISTRIBUTION SERVICE LTD
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Power Units
7
Drivers
7
Trailers
1
Annual Miles
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Entity Type
CORPORATION
MCS-150 Date
May 12, 2025
Risk Signals — MERCHANTS DISTRIBUTION SERVICE LTD
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Equipment for sale
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Crash Summary
Total Crashes
6
All time
Fatalities
0
Injuries
5
Tow-Away
6
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About MERCHANTS DISTRIBUTION SERVICE LTD
Merchants Distribution Service Ltd, based in Altoona, IA, operates as a corporation with a fleet of 7 power units and 6 trailers, employing 7 drivers. The company provides interstate transportation services for a variety of cargo types, including general freight, metal sheets, building materials, and paper products, under both common and contract operating authorities. With an active DOT number of 159376 and MC number 210093, Merchants Distribution Service Ltd is positioned to meet diverse logistical needs within the transportation sector.
Related Companies1 found
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Service RegionsActive in 1 states
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CSA Safety Scores5 BASICs
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Operating Authority
Common Authority
Holds Active Authority(34.9 years)
Contract Authority
Holds Active Authority(34.9 years)
Broker Authority
No Authority
Insurance & Coverage
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Contact Information
Physical Address
1420 11TH AVE NE
ALTOONA, IA 50009-1621
Cargo & Operations
Cargo Carried
Fleet Analytics1 trucks
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