MARITIME SERVICES LTD
Facts from the FMCSA record that call for a closer look. They are not a finding of wrongdoing. How this works
- Vehicle out-of-service rate well above the state average42.1% vs Texas average 25.1%.
No cargo cover filed with FMCSA
Green means the FMCSA record shows it. It does not confirm who you are talking to, or that a policy covers your specific load.
What to verify next
- Confirm authority and insurance on the official Motus record ↗. Safety record: SAFER ↗.
- Call back on the number on file, (713) 674-3544, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC157885.
- Ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Insurance on file
Liability (BI&PD) pays for injury and damage to other people and property; it does not cover the freight. Cargo insurance covers the freight. FMCSA only requires cargo filings from household goods carriers and freight forwarders, so most carriers file none: ask for a cargo certificate that fits your load. No cargo cover filed with FMCSA.
| Type | Docket | Layer | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liability (BI&PD) | MC157885 | Primary | Highlander Specialty Insurance Company Policy DC910221-00 · BMC-91X | $1,000,000 | May 1, 2026 | Active |
Source: FMCSA Motus · Oct 18, 2026. Identical filings repeated in the FMCSA data are shown once; a filing listed under two dockets is one policy, not extra coverage. Coverage is the maximum amount filed with FMCSA, not the full policy.
Confirm current filings: Motus record ↗ and ask the insurer for a certificate naming you as holder.
Roadside inspections Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026
96 of 228 · Texas avg 25.1%
7 of 232 · Texas avg 7.7%
10 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2026 | TX | 2 | 1 | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2026 | TX | 2 | 0 | No |
| Oct 6, 2026 | TX | 2 | 0 | No |
| Oct 6, 2026 | TX | 2 | 1 | No |
| Oct 5, 2026 | TX | 2 | 5 | Yes |
| Sep 30, 2026 | TX | 2 | 2 | No |
| Sep 29, 2026 | TX | 2 | 2 | Yes |
| Sep 29, 2026 | TX | 2 | 1 | Yes |
| Sep 29, 2026 | TX | 2 | 3 | Yes |
| Sep 29, 2026 | TX | 2 | 0 | No |
How these rates are calculated
Period: Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026. Vehicle rate = vehicle inspections with a vehicle out-of-service order ÷ vehicle inspections (levels 1, 2, 5 and 6). Driver rate uses levels 1, 2, 3 and 6. The Texas average covers 347,521 vehicle and 460,200 driver inspections of all Texas-based carriers in this period. It mixes every type of operation, so compare with care; rates based on a handful of inspections say little. FMCSA's own SMS measures are weighted differently: SMS profile ↗ · SAFER snapshot ↗
Violations in FMCSA's SMS last 24 months
533 violations counted in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS), 115 of them serious enough to put the driver or vehicle out of service.
Why is this different from the 723 violations above?
The inspections section's number counts every violation written on the inspection reports in our Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026 window. The SMS count comes from FMCSA's own monthly SMS snapshot, which uses its own 24-month window and only the violations it scores. Both are FMCSA figures; they measure different things.
| Category (FMCSA BASIC) | Violations | Out of service | Share | Texas share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 512 | 107 | 96.1% | 78.8% |
| Driver Fitness | 8 | 8 | 1.5% | 4.2% |
| Unsafe Driving | 7 | 0 | 1.3% | 4.8% |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 6 | 0 | 1.1% | 11.4% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| Inoperable Required Lamp Clearance Identification Lamps/Other · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939 | 54 | 14 |
| Oil and/or grease leak Other Vehicle Defect · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3965B | 30 | 0 |
| Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto Clamp (Short & Long) DD-3 or Bolt Brakes Out of Adjustment · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39347E | 29 | 0 |
| Brake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39345B2UV | 28 | 3 |
| Inoperative turn signal Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939TS | 24 | 12 |
| CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39353B | 23 | 0 |
| Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3963A1 | 21 | 0 |
| No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/1998 Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39355E | 18 | 0 |
| Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment Exhaust Discharge · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39383G | 18 | 0 |
| Brake Connections with Leaks - Connection to Power Unit Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39345DLPC | 17 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA SMS violation file, inspections in the last 24 months, published Oct 18, 2026. "Share" is this company's mix of violations; the Texas column is the mix across all Texas-based carriers, so you can see which kinds of problems stand out. A high count partly reflects fleet size and how often trucks are inspected.
Crashes Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026
9 most recent crashes
| Date | Location | Fatalities | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 2026 | Houston, TX | 0 | 0 |
| Apr 30, 2026 | Freeport (Brazoria), TX | 1 | 0 |
| Feb 11, 2026 | Houston, TX | 0 | 0 |
| Sep 23, 2025 | La Porte, TX | 0 | 0 |
| Sep 19, 2025 | Houston, TX | 0 | 0 |
| Aug 8, 2025 | Houston, TX | 0 | 1 |
| Apr 10, 2025 | Not Listed, TX | 0 | 1 |
| Apr 4, 2025 | Houston, TX | 0 | 0 |
| Feb 27, 2025 | Houston, TX | 0 | 0 |
Reportable crashes do not imply the carrier was at fault.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 18, 2026
| USDOT number | 337587 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC157885 |
| Legal name | MARITIME SERVICES LTD |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Power units | 144 |
| Drivers | 84 |
| Annual mileage | 3,641,979 (2025) |
| Hazmat | Yes |
| Safety rating | Satisfactory (Jun 3, 2010) |
| USDOT number added | Dec 22, 1988 · 37 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | Jul 8, 2026 |
Cargo carried
General FreightFresh ProduceLiquids/GasesIntermodal ContainersMeatRefrigerated FoodOtherFIREWORKS
Questions about MARITIME SERVICES LTD
What does MARITIME SERVICES LTD's operating authority allow?
MC157885: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about MARITIME SERVICES LTD is old or missing?
Nothing notable: authority and insurance come from current Motus data and there is enough inspection history to compare.
What should I verify before booking MARITIME SERVICES LTD?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 337587. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (713) 674-3544, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC157885, and ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
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Company details from the FMCSA Company Census File (Oct 18, 2026). Inspections and crashes from FMCSA MCMIS files. About our data · Report an error.