SmartWay Transport

What Does it Mean to be a Carrier Partner?

As a SmartWay Truck or Rail Carrier, your commitment begins with filling out the Freight Logistics Environmental and Energy Tracking (FLEET) Performance Model, which helps you quantify the environmental performance of your operations. When you send in your model and partnership agreement, you become a listed SmartWay Partner. By joining SmartWay, you agree to set and strive for attainment of environmental and fuel efficiency goals within three years that improve the environment and your bottom line.

Who is Eligible to Become a SmartWay Carrier Partner?

The following types of companies are eligible to be a SmartWay Carrier Partner:

• Public for-hire fleets
• Truck Owner Operators
• Rail Companies
• Private fleets *

What's in it for Me?

Plenty! When you commit to improving your freight carrying operations, you will see reduced fuel and maintenance costs. And that means you'll be keeping more money where it belongs - with your company. Plus, many large shippers are Partners in SmartWay, and they are committed to using SmartWay Carriers to haul their freight. By performing your baseline assessment and making improvements to your fleet, you stand out in the crowd. The better your performance, the higher your rating with SmartWay Shippers - and the more appealing your company becomes when they decide which companies will haul their freight.

To help you get there, SmartWay Transport:

• Provides technical assistance to help you quantify emissions
• Recommends carrier strategies to help you reduce your fuel consumption
• Assists you in developing and achieving your goals, overcoming challenges, and creating incentives.

And, when you make progress on your goals, SmartWay Transport will:

• Promote your company through national and regional events, articles, and awards
• Allow you to use the SmartWay Transport Partner logo to further position your company as a leader in environmental achievement

Ready to Join?

Joining the Partnership is easy, and you can get started now. Or, if you would like more information, you can call us at (734) 214-4767 or email us at smartway_transport@epa.gov.

Don't see your organization type listed here? Learn about other ways to support the goals of SmartWay.

* Companies that ship their own product may be eligible to join as both a SmartWay Shipper and a SmartWay Carrier. Contact us for details.

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Partner Types

• Shippers
• Freight and Rail Carriers
• Logistics
• Truck Stops