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Selling Your Trucking or Transportation Business in 2026

Fleet age, driver retention, and freight contract mix drive value in trucking and transportation. We know how strategic carriers and private equity platforms are pricing deals today.

Typical Range (2026)

3.5× – 6× EBITDA

Deals Closed

11

Aggregate Deal Value

$120M+

Market Overview

The trucking & transportation M&A landscape in 2026.

Freight consolidation continues as larger carriers and private equity-backed platforms acquire regional trucking companies for lanes, licenses, and driver networks. Contracted freight, modern fleets, and low driver turnover are the biggest value drivers.

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Selected Transactions

Recent trucking & transport deals we’ve closed.

Regional Trucking

Multi-Terminal Freight Carrier

Acquired by Strategic Buyer

Specialized Hauling

Flatbed & Specialized Carrier

Acquired by Private Equity

Last-Mile Delivery

Regional Last-Mile Provider

Recapitalized by Growth Fund

Freight Brokerage

Regional Freight Brokerage

Merged with Industry Leader

Related Insights

Reading for trucking & transport owners.

What Is Your Trucking Business Worth in 2026?

Fleet age, driver retention, and contract freight — the levers on your multiple.

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Why Carriers Are Consolidating Regional Fleets

What a buyer pool of strategic carriers means for your negotiating position.

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Reducing Driver Turnover Before You Sell

The operational metric buyers scrutinize most in transportation diligence.

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