Estes Logistics Expands Pacific Northwest Network with Key Trucking Acquisition

RICHMOND, Va. — Estes Logistics has strengthened its U.S. regional footprint through the acquisition of Washington-based carrier Key Trucking, a strategic move that enhances the company’s dedicated transportation and freight capabilities in the Pacific Northwest.

Key Trucking, headquartered in Kent, Washington, has long served Western Washington and the greater Seattle metro area with regional freight and transportation services. With the integration into Estes Logistics, the carrier’s operational network will now connect more directly with Estes Express Lines’ nationwide logistics platform, improving service coverage and capacity in high-demand corridors.

Industry analysts view the acquisition as part of Estes’ broader expansion strategy, which has focused on targeted regional acquisitions and infrastructure growth to meet rising demand for flexible logistics and last-mile delivery solutions. The addition of Key Trucking’s operations, workforce, and regional expertise is expected to strengthen Estes’ dedicated transportation services and accelerate its market penetration across the Pacific Northwest.

Company executives emphasized that all Key Trucking employees are expected to transition into the Estes network, ensuring continuity of service for customers while expanding operational opportunities within the combined organization. The transaction further reflects ongoing consolidation trends across the North American trucking sector, where regional carriers are increasingly integrating into larger logistics networks to improve efficiency, capacity utilization, and supply chain resilience. [freightwaves]