about tate

Founded in 1986, Tate Transportation has grown to a fleet of over 60 semi-tractors and 100 reefer trailers. Owned by the Nulph family, Tate Transportation prides itself on providing exceptional value and service for their customers and unparalleled benefits for employees and their families. Tate Transportation is built on three simple ideas - Safety, Quality, & Trust.

SAFETY

Delivering your goods safely is our number one priority, which is why we only recruit and hire drivers with extensive experience and stellar driving records.

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QUALITY

We accept nothing but the best in our equipment and our people. Our equipment averages 2-3 years old, is equipped with the latest technology, and is professionally maintained.

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TRUST

We value the relationships we've built with customers and partners over the past three decades and we honor these relationships by doing one simple thing. We deliver.

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safety rating

It's doing all of the little things right that allows us to earn FMCSA's highest safety rating year after year. We hire outstanding drivers, keep our equipment in pristine condition, and host regular safety trainings - because delivering your goods safely and sending our drivers home to their families each week is our top priority.

quality
Equipment

• 60 Semi Tractors
• 104 Reefer Trailers
• EDI-Capable
• 24/7 Temp Monitoring
• Satelite Tracking
• Professionally Maintained
• Average 2-3 Years in Service

quality
drivers

• Extensive Experience
• Safe Driving Records
• Reliable & Responsible
• Recruited with Competitive
Pay and Benefits Packages
• At Tate, drivers are treated with the same level of respect and care as our customers

trust in our
relationships

Tate Transportation has provided trucking and transportation throughout the Western U.S. for over 30 years. Every customer, vendor, and employee along the way is a valued asset to our organization. We appreciate you and commit to continuing to earn your trust every day, every mile.

what we do
our services

HEAVY HAUL

We provide heavy haul loads throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, Wyoming, & Utah.

REGULAR LOAD

In addition to our heavy-haul states, regular loads can be delivered to Texas, Louisiana, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.

INDUSTRIES

• General Freight
• Fresh Produce
• Refrigerated Food
• Meat
• Beverages
• Paper Products
• Dry Bulk

meet our team
tate owners

CHRIS NULPH
OWNER

Representing the third generation of his family in the trucking industry, Chris manages the day-to-day operations at Tate, striving to deliver innovation and value every day.

RAYMOND NULPH
OWNER

With over 40 years of experience in trucking and transportation management in the Western United States, Raymond provides valuable insight into logistics and operations.

NIC NULPH
OWNER

Trucking and transportation is in the blood for the Nulph family, and Nic is no exception. Nic manages Tate's partner transportation service business in Idaho.

SUSIE BRUTON
DIRECTOR OF SAFETY (CDS)

Susie is our NATMI-certified Director of Safety. With 20 years of experience, Susie is an integral part of the Tate team ensuring compliance with FMCSA, OSHA, and L&I.

about tate

SAFETY

QUALITY

TRUST

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