A freight carrier built on a simple idea: do what you say you're going to do.
Our Story
Bur Transportation Inc. was founded on a straightforward idea: freight carriers should do what they say they're going to do. From our earliest days operating out of the Chicago suburbs, we've grown by earning trust — one load, one lane, one customer at a time.
Based at 720 Plainfield Road in Willowbrook, Illinois, we sit at the crossroads of some of the nation's most vital freight corridors. That location isn't an accident. It gives us direct access to I-55, I-294, I-88, and the broader interstate network that connects the Midwest to every corner of the country.
Over the years, we've expanded from general freight into specialized hauling — flatbed, oversized, heavy haul, and refrigerated — because our customers needed a carrier they could trust with more than standard loads. We invested in the equipment, the training, and the people to make that possible.
Our Mission
We exist to be the carrier our customers call first, not because we're the cheapest, but because we're the most dependable. We invest in our people, maintain our equipment to the highest standards, and treat every shipment like our business depends on it — because it does.
Why Choose Us
When we commit to a pickup window and delivery date, we hit it. Our dispatchers monitor every load in real time and communicate proactively if conditions change.
Large enough to handle complex, multi-stop shipments. Small enough that you'll know the people handling your freight by name.
Every truck and trailer follows a strict preventive maintenance schedule. We don't cut corners on inspections, tires, or equipment condition.
Trained professionals who understand load securement, specialized equipment operation, and how to represent our company at your dock.
GPS tracking on every unit. Real-time status updates. Proactive communication from dispatch. You'll always know where your freight is.
From pre-trip inspections to hours-of-service management to advanced driver-assistance technology — safety isn't a checkbox, it's how we operate.
Our People
At Bur Transportation, we believe that a trucking company is only as good as the people behind the wheel and behind the desks. We've built a culture that values accountability, mutual respect, and straight talk.
Our drivers are experienced professionals who take pride in their work, and our office team is built around communication and problem-solving. We don't have layers of bureaucracy between a customer's question and the person who can answer it. That's by design.
When people enjoy their work and feel valued, it shows in how they treat customers, handle freight, and represent the company on the road.