Your Leading Local and Regional Truckload Carrier
Since 1995, we have grown from one truck to a modern fleet that delivers more than 35,000 loads each year.
Chief Express is Award winning: As the North Carolina Trucking Association's (NCTA) 2014/15 Safest Fleet, the 2014/15 AAA Safety Ambassador of all fleets for the state of NC and our Safety Director was the NCTA Safety Director of the Year 2014/15!
All of our customers are different and have different needs. We have grown because we offer our customers great service at a fair price and we help our customers find the right solutions for their business.
We operate only the newest equipment consisting of Mack Trucks Wabash Trailers. With corporate partners such as McLeod, Dossier, Best Pass and Samsara, we have the means to service our customers in a cost effective, productive, professional and safe manner year round!
The Chief Express Story
Chief Express is a true American small business success story—family-owned and proudly rooted in tradition. Named in honor of our President’s father, affectionately known by his colleagues as “Chief,” the company began its journey in 1995 in Seagrove, North Carolina—home to the oldest pottery community in the United States.
From humble beginnings with just one truck, a few trailers, and a relentless drive to achieve the American Dream, Chief Express hit the road as a hauler for many of North Carolina’s renowned furniture brands. Refusing to idle, the company quickly grew, partnering with industry leaders like Sealed Air Corporation, Gildan Activewear, and JELD-WEN Industries.
Now, 30 years later, Chief Express operates a fleet of 60 trucks and over 300 trailers, proudly serving customers across 47 states.
At the helm is President and Owner Kennan Hill, whose hands-on experience—from behind the wheel to the boardroom—guides Chief Express forward. Under his leadership, we remain committed to innovation, reliability, and excellence as we drive toward our goal of becoming the Leading Truckload Carrier in the nation.