Trans Papa Logistics Inc
USDOT 1576998 · MC-583945 · Louisville, Kentucky · Interstate for-hire carrier · 100–249 power units
Trans Papa Logistics Inc (dba Trans Papa Logistics) is a company based in Louisville, Kentucky, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 177 power units and 434 drivers, which ranks it #16 by fleet size among 98 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Kentucky. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 264 times – about 1.5 inspections per power unit. 19.9% of vehicle inspections and 0.4% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 18.8% and 2.6% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 14 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (6 injuries, 2 fatalities, 10 tow-away), or 7.9 per 100 power units versus 4.5 for its size band. Crash counts in FMCSA data do not indicate fault. Its registered cargo types are general freight, fresh produce, meat, commodities dry bulk, refrigerated food, beverages, paper products.
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Registration and contact
| Legal name | Trans Papa Logistics Inc |
|---|---|
| DBA name | Trans Papa Logistics |
| USDOT number | 1576998 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-583945 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Physical address | 2002 Papa Johns Blvd, Louisville, KY 40299 |
| Phone | (502) 292-8705 |
| First registered | Nov 15, 2006 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Oct 3, 2025 |
| Hazmat carrier | No |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 1576998.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 0 | 169 | 0 |
| Trailers | 0 | 218 | 0 |
- 2.45 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99) – suggests team driving, slip-seating or multiple shifts.
- 1.3 trailers per tractor.
- 16,144,893 miles reported for 2024 – about 91,214 miles per power unit vs a 41,613 median for 100–249-unit fleets.
- 0% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 434 CDL drivers; 434 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 0 within 100 miles.
Safety record
Roadside inspections Sep 25, 2024 – Sep 24, 2026; crashes Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2026. Benchmarks: 100–249-unit for-hire carriers nationally (2,611) and Kentucky carriers with 50+ units (98).
| Measure | Trans Papa Logistics Inc | Same size, US | KY average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 19.9% | 18.8% | 21.3% | about average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 0.4% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 85% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 7.9 | 4.5 | 5.6 | 76% higher than average |
| Inspections | 264 | 264 with a driver check, 151 with a vehicle check, 120 BASIC violations recorded | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Satisfactory (rated Jul 21, 2010) | |||
Cargo carried
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Trans Papa Logistics Inc?
Trans Papa Logistics Inc is registered with USDOT number 1576998 and operating authority MC-583945.
How many trucks does Trans Papa Logistics Inc have?
It reports 177 power units (169 tractors, 8 straight trucks) and 218 trailers, with 434 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Oct 3, 2025).
Where is Trans Papa Logistics Inc located?
Its registered physical address is in Louisville, Kentucky 40299.
What is the out-of-service rate of Trans Papa Logistics Inc?
Over 24 months, 19.9% of vehicle inspections and 0.4% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 18.8% vehicle, 2.6% driver).
Source: FMCSA Company Census File, SMS inspection file and Crash File (data.transportation.gov), refreshed 2026-11-04. Figures are as reported to FMCSA and may lag. How we calculate these numbers. Spotted an error? Carriers update their record with FMCSA via the MCS-150 form; see corrections.