Swift Transportation began operations in 1966 transporting imported steel through the ports of Los Angeles to Arizona and Arizona cotton for export back through to Southern California.

Jerry Moyes, founder, began with the same entrepreneurial, can-do spirit that is one of Swift’s core values today. The original operation was conducted under the name of Common Market. Operating authority was purchased from a descendant of the Swift Meat Packing family, hence, today’s name of Swift Transportation. Jerry, with his father, brother and a partner, grew the business, with typical start up challenges, to a $25 million annual revenue in 1984. With the passing of Jerry’s father, Carl Moyes, Jerry became the sole owner. By 1990, Swift had grown to a $125 million carrier with 800 trucks. Swift’s significant revenue growth is attributable to internal growth with existing customers as well as acquisitions. Since 1988, Swift has acquired 13 different motor carriers. Today, Swift generates over $4 billion in revenue and operates nearly 18,000 trucks.

Swift’s terminal network has grown to over forty full service facilities in both the continental United States and Mexico. Swift owns 100% of Trans-Mex, a Nuevo Laredo, Mexico based carrier. Swift offers border crossing services at all major Mexican border crossings. Swift maintains a presence in every Canadian province each day. Swift is unquestionably the largest full-truckload motor carrier in North America.

MISSION

At Swift Transportation our mission is to attract and retain customers by providing Best in Class transportation solutions and fostering a profitable, disciplined culture of safety, service, and trust.

SWIFT VALUES

• Safety
• Ethics
• Respect
• Balance
• Winning Attitude
• Communication
• Development
• Teamwork
• Change
• Initiative
• Accountability
• Trust
• Charity

SAFETY

From day one, safety has been the highest priority at Swift Transportation. Safety for our employees, customers and motoring public will always remain our primary focus in all the policies, procedures and programs that govern our business.

We believe safety is the responsibility of every level of management, beginning with the Chief Executive Officer. It is the responsibility of all managers to:

• Maintain high standards in employee selection
• Provide a safe working environment
• Provide initial and ongoing safety training
• Eliminate unsafe acts through corrective action
• Abide by Company safety policies and procedures
• Adhere to Federal, State, and Local safety, health and environmental Laws and Regulations
• Insist on a commitment to safety from all employees
• Manage and work with a commitment to safety which will contribute to the improved efficiencies of our operation and ensure future success and continued prosperity of our company, employees, customers, and communities.

The Values That Guide Us In Our Actions and Relationships:

• Safety
• Personal Commitment To Always Deliver
• Honesty and Integrity
• Sense of Urgency
• Hard Work - “Can Do” Spirit

How We Provide Consistent Service for Our Customers:

• Total Quality Management
• Profit Improvement
• Innovation and Technology
• Communication