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BERT BAXTER TRANSPORT LTD
Estevan, SK
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No flags raised
Authority, insurance, safety rating, crash records and out-of-service rates checked
FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 207095 · MC 259205
No Safety Rating
Active 1 yr, 4 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-259205 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
State National Insurance Company, Inc.
Safety
Not Rated
26.7% OOS · 28 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 1 yr, 4 mo
- Insurance on file: $5,000,000
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 57.1% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 0.0% — below the 5.5% national average
- 28 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC259205
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $1,000,000 required
Insurance on File
State National Insurance Company, Inc.
BI&PD · $5,000,000 · Policy 41029668
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$5,000,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
207095
MC Number
MC-259205
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
June 9, 2025
FMCSA Registration
December 21, 1981
Authority Granted
June 27, 2025
Annual Mileage
4,550,000 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
301 Kensington Ave, Estevan, SK S4A 1J2
Phone
Email
Website
Owner / Officer
Vaughn Shirley
Officer 2
Darryl Shirley
Cargo Types
General FreightMetal/Sheet SteelMotor VehiclesDrive/Tow AwayLogs/Poles/BeamsBuilding MaterialsMachinery/Large ObjectsIntermodalOilfield EquipmentGrain/FeedPaper ProductsUtility EquipmentFarm SuppliesConstruction MaterialsChemicalsWater/Well
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
28
Driver Inspections
17
Vehicle Inspections
13
Out-of-Service Violations
7
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance10
Unsafe Driving1
Hours of Service0
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate57.1% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (36.4pp higher)
26.7% of 15 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
63rd percentile among carriers with 10–24 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2024
Violation Rate by Category
Share of roadside inspections in FMCSA's rolling 24-month window that found a violation in each category. The individual violations are listed under each inspection in Inspection Details below. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
5 of 7 inspections
Unsafe Driving
0 of 16 inspections
Hours of Service
0 of 16 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 16 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 16 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
ND18
SD4
CO1
MT1
OK1
Fleet & Equipment (29)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~14
of 22 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~15
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
12
Semi-trailer
10
Flatbed
4
Chassis / Incomplete
2
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Kenworth W9 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWD40X99J940151 | 4 | 2 |
| 2007 Reitnouer Inc | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1RNF48A257R019286 | 3 | 2 |
| 2016 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9KL0GN956153 | 3 | — |
| 2006 Kenworth W9 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWDB9X06J988625 | 2 | 1 |
| 2000 Kenworth W900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWDB9X0YR960652 | 2 | — |
| 2000 Kenworth W900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWDB9X8YR958597 | 2 | — |
| Doepker In | Semi-trailer | 2DESNSZ3191022575 | 2 | — |
| Lode King | Semi-trailer | 2LDPF5329LL068639 | 2 | — |
| Load King | Semi-trailer | 2LDSD5326DG055809 | 2 | 1 |
| 2009 Kenworth T8 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKDD40X89J940505 | 1 | — |
Show all 29 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Kenworth T8 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKDDB9X16J988365 | 1 | — |
| 2013 Kenworth T8 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKDP4TX3DJ962407 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 Kenworth T8 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKDPBEX57J996774 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Kenworth W9 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWD49XXJJ992329 | 1 | — |
| 2001 Kenworth W900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWDB0X01R961688 | 1 | — |
| Unknown | Semi-trailer | 2A91252398A003941 | 1 | — |
| Doepker In | Semi-trailer | 2DEPFFZ3771021020 | 1 | — |
| Trailmobil | Semi-trailer | 2FEP04837NS240001 | 1 | — |
| Other | Semi-trailer | 2LDPF3235BG051813 | 1 | — |
| Load King | — | 2LDPF4833SE025803 | 1 | — |
| Load King | Semi-trailer | 2LDSD5322CG052730 | 1 | — |
| 2011 Manac Manac Trailer | Flatbed · 52 ft | 2M5131610B1125913 | 1 | — |
| 2004 Manac Manac Trailer | Flatbed · 52 ft | 2M513161841098561 | 1 | — |
| Unknown | Semi-trailer | 2T9FG8N338141676 | 1 | — |
| The Traile | Semi-trailer | 2T9FG8N3381416768 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Ram 4500 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 4 | 3C7WRLFL9RG214032 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Ram 5500 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 5 | 3C7WRNBL1EG131562 | 1 | — |
| 2009 Wilson Trailer Co. | Flatbed · 48 ft | 4WWBGB6N39N614347 | 1 | — |
| 2007 Western Star 4900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJRALCK77PX59011 | 1 | — |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
Inspection Details
Each roadside inspection with its violations
Inspection Records (28)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 13, 2026 | 5620003215 | JEFFERSON SD | II | 1 | 1 | CNH INDUSTRIAL AMERICA LLC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH LOAD KING |
1XKWD40X99J940151 2LDSD5326DG055809 |
AB E29863 SK 439NID |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| August 7, 2026 | TR17007991 | CARPIO ND | I | — | — | AGI EMPRESSA | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH LODE KING |
1XKWDB9X0YR960652 2LDPF5329LL068639 |
AB E29853 AB 5NL815 |
| June 27, 2026 | FT27000495 | WILLISTON ND | II | 3 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor |
KENWORTH |
1XKDP4TX3DJ962407 |
SK 267IVL |
| 393.9A-LTSI | OOSLighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle. | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LHWS | Lighting - Hazard warning signal(s) inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSLI | Lighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative. | Lighting | ||||||||
| March 28, 2026 | FT42008162 | CARPIO ND | II | — | — | BAKER HUGHES INTEQ | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH TRAILMOBIL |
1XKDD40X89J940505 2FEP04837NS240001 |
AB 0GC807 AB 5ULR38 |
| February 25, 2026 | 5350000964 | BLUNT SD | III | — | — | GILLISS CASING SERVICES INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH MANAC |
1XKWDB9X06J988625 2M513161841098561 |
AB J33081 AB 4LH715 |
| February 9, 2026 | I806150667 | BRAMAN POE, OK | I | 6 | 4 | SLINKEMO REGINA | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH REITNOUER INC |
1XKWD40X99J940151 1RNF48A257R019286 |
AB EZ9863 AB Y87613 |
| 393.45D-BAAL | OOSAir Brake - Audible air leak at other than a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.9A2-C | OOSCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | General Securement | ||||||||
| 177.817A-HMSP | OOSHM (Shipping Papers) - Operate a motor vehicle without a required shipping paper. NOTE: An error in the shipping description or an incomplete shipping description | Documentation - HM | ||||||||
| 173.24B1-HMBPMC | OOSHM (Bulk Packages) - HM/DG leaking from a bulk package (including associated piping) | Load Securement - HM | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.53B-B | Air Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| February 7, 2026 | HP29000295 | CARPIO ND | III | — | — | BAKER HUGHES INTEQ | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH OTHER |
1XKDDB9X16J988365 2LDPF3235BG051813 |
AB H94853 AB 4AB699 |
| February 7, 2026 | HP29000296 | CARPIO ND | III | — | — | PNR RAILWAY | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH REITNOUER INC |
1XKWD40X99J940151 1RNF48A257R019286 |
AB E29863 AB Y87613 |
| January 28, 2026 | TR17007584 | CARPIO ND | III | — | — | LARRY'S HEAVY HAULING | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK LODE KING |
4V4NC9KL0GN956153 2LDSD5326DG055809 |
SK 297IQS SK 439NID |
| October 28, 2025 | 5350000865 | BLUNT SD | III | — | — | AMERICAN LOGISTICS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH LOAD KING |
1XKWD40X99J940151 2LDSD5322CG052730 |
AB E29863 AB 6PT830 |
Shippers Seen at Inspections
Shipper names recorded by roadside inspectors over roughly the last three years. Only inspected loads appear, so this is a sample of who the carrier hauls for, not a complete customer list. Names are as entered at the roadside; blanks and placeholders such as “N/A” or “same as carrier” are left out.
| Shipper | Inspections | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| BAKER HUGHES | 3 | August 24, 2024 |
| BAKER HUGHES INTEQ | 2 | March 28, 2026 |
| CNH INDUSTRIAL AMERICA LLC | 1 | August 13, 2026 |
| AGI EMPRESSA | 1 | August 7, 2026 |
| GILLISS CASING SERVICES INC | 1 | February 25, 2026 |
| SLINKEMO REGINA | 1 | February 9, 2026 |
| PNR RAILWAY | 1 | February 7, 2026 |
| LARRY'S HEAVY HAULING | 1 | January 28, 2026 |
| AMERICAN LOGISTICS | 1 | October 28, 2025 |
| GILLISS CASING SREVICES INC | 1 | October 1, 2025 |
| SASKPOWER BOUNDARY | 1 | March 7, 2025 |
| MCDOUGALL AUCTIONEERS | 1 | July 14, 2024 |
5 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| July 10, 2026 | Inactive Involuntary Suspension - insurance cancellation effective; no active insurance meeting minimum coverage on file | Broker of Property (Except Household Goods) |
| June 27, 2025 | GRANTED | Property Broker |
| June 27, 2025 | Active GRANTED | Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) |
| September 17, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| September 4, 2020 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| April 9, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| March 23, 2015 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| May 14, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| May 12, 2008 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| May 12, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| September 1, 2020 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| May 30, 2025 | Broker's Surety Bond | On file |
| July 8, 2026 | Broker's Surety Bond | Cancel · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company |
| June 8, 2026 | Operating Authority Involuntary Suspension Notice | Effective July 8, 2026 |
| June 8, 2026 | Operating Authority Involuntary Suspension Notice | Effective July 8, 2026 |
| February 27, 2006 | CONTRACT | On Record |
| January 6, 2004 | CONTRACT | On Record |
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