Mondovi, Wis. – Marten Transport, a Wisconsin-based certified top paying carrier, solidifies its status as a premium carrier and leader in the trucking industry by instituting its third compensation increase for independent contractors this year on October 26.
“We want our independent contractors to continue to be successful business partners and this rate increase is a big part of that,” said Tim Norlin, Marten Transport director of recruiting. “Our focus is on the regional business and this particular added benefit targets routes that fall into this category.”
These new rates, which allow Marten contractors to earn an additional 5 cents per mile for hauls between 151 and 800 miles, contribute to a series of rate increases for independent contractors over the last five months. In May, the company made a significant increase to contractor settlement rates across the board and in July, it established an automatic detention pay for contractors.
Marten prides itself on working with the highest quality owner operators and offering a premium service to its ever growing customer base. “We are always concentrating on growing our business and we hope this increase in our contractor rates will inspire more owner/operators to join us as we move forward in this industry,” said Norlin. “We’re excited about what the future holds.”
About Marten Transport, Ltd.
Headquartered in Mondovi, Wis., Marten Transport specializes in transporting food and other consumer packaged goods that require a time and temperature-sensitive or insulated environment. For more information on services or opportunities at Marten Transport, call 800-395-3331 or visit www.drive4marten.com.
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