HaulerCheck · https://haulercheck.com/carrier/888722-alden-logistics-inc/ · Checked 2026-10-19 21:10 UTC · Census and inspections Oct 19, 2026 · Authority and insurance: FMCSA Motus · Oct 19, 2026
ALDEN LOGISTICS INC
Carrier & Broker
Broker & Motor carrier under MC387036
Review before booking · 1 signal
How risk signals workFacts from the FMCSA record that call for a closer look. They are not a finding of wrongdoing.
- Vehicle out-of-service rate well above the state average54.5% vs Michigan average 21.2%.
Cargo cover filed: $5,000
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, (313) 388-9700, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC387036.
- Ask for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load; if it brokers your load, ask for proof of its BMC-84/85 bond or trust instead.
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. Cargo cover filed: $5,000.
| Type | Docket | Layer | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo | MC387036 | — | AGCS Marine Insurance Company Policy MXI93014068 · BMC-34 | $5,000 | Feb 1, 2010 | Active |
| Liability (BI&PD) | MC387036 | Primary | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY Policy TRK 9185058 · BMC-91X | $1,000,000 | Sep 1, 2025 | Active |
| Surety Bond | MC387036 | — | American Alternative Insurance Corporation Policy 2019120163 · BMC-84 | $75,000 | Sep 9, 2019 | Active |
Source: FMCSA Motus · Oct 19, 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 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026
6 of 11 · Michigan avg 21.2%
1 of 20 · Michigan avg 3.9%
10 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | MI | 2 | 3 | Yes |
| Sep 1, 2026 | MI | 2 | 5 | Yes |
| Aug 26, 2026 | MI | 2 | 0 | No |
| Aug 26, 2026 | MI | 2 | 0 | No |
| Aug 20, 2026 | MI | 3 | 2 | No |
| May 15, 2026 | MI | 1 | 1 | Yes |
| May 14, 2026 | MI | 1 | 5 | No |
| Feb 25, 2026 | MI | 3 | 0 | No |
| Nov 20, 2025 | MI | 3 | 1 | No |
| Oct 6, 2025 | MI | 3 | 2 | No |
How these rates are calculated
Period: Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 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 Michigan average covers 51,411 vehicle and 85,596 driver inspections of all Michigan-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
35 violations counted in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS), 8 of them serious enough to put the driver or vehicle out of service.
Why is this different from the 39 violations above?
The inspections section's number counts every violation written on the inspection reports in our Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 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 | Michigan share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 27 | 7 | 77.1% | 63.8% |
| Unsafe Driving | 7 | 0 | 20.0% | 19.2% |
| Driver Fitness | 1 | 1 | 2.9% | 3.5% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS Tires · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39375A3TAOL | 4 | 4 |
| Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative Clearance Identification Lamps/Other · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALIL | 3 | 0 |
| Air Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply. Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39345B2BHTD | 2 | 1 |
| Driver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV. Seat Belt · Unsafe Driving · code 39216AD | 2 | 0 |
| Lighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALRLI | 2 | 0 |
| Lighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALTSIR | 2 | 0 |
| Medical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate Physical · Driver Fitness · code 39141B10MC | 1 | 1 |
| Lighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g. unplugged or loose pigtail) Clearance Identification Lamps/Other · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39323LEU | 1 | 1 |
| Lighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALSLIWR | 1 | 1 |
| State/Local Laws - General impeding traffic. Dangerous Driving · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLIMPT | 1 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA SMS violation file, inspections in the last 24 months, published Oct 19, 2026. "Share" is this company's mix of violations; the Michigan column is the mix across all Michigan-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 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026
4 most recent crashes
| Date | Location | Fatalities | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 2026 | Warren, MI | 0 | 0 |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Warren, MI | 0 | 0 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Unincorporated H.C., FL | 0 | 0 |
| Jun 11, 2025 | Sterling Heights, MI | 0 | 0 |
Reportable crashes do not imply the carrier was at fault.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 19, 2026
| USDOT number | 888722 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC387036 |
| Legal name | ALDEN LOGISTICS INC |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Power units | 193 |
| Drivers | 95 |
| Annual mileage | 2,004,979 (2025) |
| Hazmat | No |
| Safety rating | Satisfactory (Nov 30, 2007) |
| USDOT number added | Jun 21, 2000 · 26 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | Feb 16, 2026 |
Cargo carried
General FreightHousehold GoodsBuilding MaterialsFresh ProduceIntermodal ContainersMeatU.S. MailRefrigerated FoodBeveragesPaper ProductsConstruction
Change history since Oct 18, 2026
1 change
| Date | What changed | Before | After |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 2026 | Operating authority | MC387036: Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods): Active; Broker of Property (Except Household Goods): Active | MC387036: Broker of Property (Except Household Goods): Active; Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods): Active |
Changes we detected between daily FMCSA data refreshes.
Questions about ALDEN LOGISTICS INC
Is ALDEN LOGISTICS INC a broker or a carrier?
Both. ALDEN LOGISTICS INC holds active broker authority and active authority to haul freight. Check which role it is acting in on your load: as a broker it arranges another carrier; as a carrier it hauls with its own trucks.
What does ALDEN LOGISTICS INC's operating authority allow?
MC387036: Broker (may arrange transportation by other authorized carriers, but may not haul the freight itself under this authority); Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about ALDEN LOGISTICS INC 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 ALDEN LOGISTICS INC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 888722. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (313) 388-9700, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC387036, and ask for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load; if it brokers your load, ask for proof of its BMC-84/85 bond or trust instead.
Other companies using (313) 388-9700
A shared number is common for related companies, dispatch services and family businesses. It is not proof of fraud, but it is worth knowing which company you are dealing with.
2 companies
| Company | Location | USDOT | Docket | Trucks | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERCHANTS FORWARDING COMPANY High risk Carrier |
Melvindale, MI | 75933 | MC6969 | 2 | Inactive Last known · May 14, 2026 |
| MAVERIG FREIGHT INC Carrier |
Melvindale, MI | 365693 | MC197998 | 2 | Active Current · Motus |
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Company details from the FMCSA Company Census File (Oct 19, 2026). Inspections and crashes from FMCSA MCMIS files. About our data · Report an error on this page (how corrections work).
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