About B-D-R Transport
THE ‘FAMILY’ BUSINESS BEGAN WITH GAYS FUEL SERVICE…here is an oldie but goodie
All 4 trucks owned by Gays Fuel Service of Bellows Falls in the 1980s, pictured left to right:
— Red late 70's model, U-Model Mack, 237hp Maxidyne, 5 speed
— International White cabover, late 70's model, single-bunk with a 350 Cummings, 13 speed
— Freightliner Charcoal Grey cabover with maroon stripes, 86" cab, 380hp Cat, 13 speed
— Freightliner Brown cabover with orange/yellow stripes, 96" cab, 430hp Detroit Diesel Silver 8V92, 13 speed
B-D-R TRANSPORT, INC. was founded in 1970 to carry footwear from New England manufacturers to west coast markets and return with processed leather. Over the years, our services increased to include most types of LTL freight. We expanded our operations to include freight forwarding to virtually any point in the continental United States from New England and, conversely, from California to New England. Through the years, B-D-R Transport has grown to become a full-service LTL contract carrier with over $7.5 million in annual revenues. We provide expedited cross-country service in both directions between points in New England and California. To provide this service, we utilize air ride tractors and trailers operating between terminals in Santa Fe Springs, CA, and Westminster, VT.
By loading direct-to-destination, your freight moves quickly and with minimal damage. B-D-R’s standard delivery time is five business days* and our claims ratio is an impressive one-tenth of one percent.
We have transported the Indian that is seen at Mohegan Sun and the slate for Rosanne Barr’s roof. We’ve delivered tool cabinets to Apple Computer and once delivered a shipment INSIDE the Kingdome in Seattle. Our “off-the-beaten-path” deliveries have included a small island off the Massachusetts coast that was so small the truck took up the entire ferry boat, and to a government site in Nevada that was so secret, the truck had to drive 20 miles on a dirt road after they left the entry gate.
Operating as a contract carrier allows B-D-R Transport the flexibility of tailoring its service to best fit your needs.
Doug Gay, VP of B-D-R Transport talks about the early days of BDR and why it’s a cool way of life.
Greg and Doug Gay, Previous Owners of B-D-R Transport
B-D-R Transport trucks move an average 22,000 tons of freight annually. Our incredibly low claims ratio is testament to our care for your products.
Brattleboro Reformer Article (June 5, 2023)
28 jobs saved thanks to quick negotiations
By Bob Audette Vermont News & Media
Our experienced shipping team is easy to work with, billing is always correct, and freight delivers in a timely manner with no damages.
Freight is loaded according to destination and is prevented from being crushed by using cross braced shelving and vertical dividers.