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Bulk Earth Transportation Services
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Bulk Earth Transportation Services Global Overview
Definition
Summary
Bulk earth transportation services are specialized logistics and transportation of large quantities of gravel, topsoil, sand, limestone, cement powder, soil, rock, and other earth materials from one location to another for construction, mining, and land development projects. Transport is commonly limited to short distances. Key buyers include construction companies, mining operations, land developers, and government agencies involved in infrastructure projects.
This Report Includes:
- Bulk Earth Transportation
- Removal of Materials from Construction Sites
Not in this Report:
- Construction Services
- Procurement of Raw Materials
Global Bulk Earth Transportation Services Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Bulk Earth Transportation Services market.
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Crude oil prices dip, but natural gas and fuel prices remain volatile in 2025
- Oil prices have been falling with the introduction of higher tariffs and the predicted decline in global demand. The OPEC+ group of countries also announced they would be unwinding production cuts and increasing their collective output target for May by 411,000 barrels per day.
- Trade wars, ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel, and general unrest in the Middle East are causing uncertainty surrounding oil prices, which has led to volatility in prices. In the third week of May 2025, crude oil prices hit $63.67 per barrel, but volatility remains as geopolitical concerns remain.
- Natural gas prices rallied early in 2025 with colder-than-usual temperatures in the United States and high demand, topping out at $4.68/MMBtu in March. Prices have since fallen with the onset of trade wars and weakening demand projections to $3.64/MMBtu in the third week of May 2025.
- The national average of gasoline prices has been rising slightly due to refinery maintenance/outages and blending issues, hitting a national average of $3.15 per gallon in the third week of May 2025. However, gasoline futures have been volatile, falling due to fears of oversupply and deepening concerns about weakening demand with tariffs, but rising after trade deals.
Global Bulk Earth Transportation Services Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 Europe | 13,610 |
| #2 Oceania & Southeast Asia | 6,755 |
| #3 India | 3,790 |
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Geography Drilldown - US
Average Cost of Bulk Earth Transportation Services
United States
2026 Market Pricing$80.00 to $XXX.XX
per hourAverage Price
Prices in the Bulk Earth Transportation Services market range from $80.00 to $XXX.XX, depending on Distance, Volume and Project Complexity. For example, lower prices are associated with Short local trips (e.g., within the same city or town) ($80.00 to $130 per hour), whereas higher prices are associated with Long-haul distances (e.g., interstate or cross-country) ($100 to $140 per hour).
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Bulk Earth Transportation Services Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Bulk Earth Transportation Services market, prices in the US have declined -0.4% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
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Compound Annual Growth Rate
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Bulk Earth Transportation Services
Total cost of ownership is Low in the Bulk Earth Transportation Services market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Delays may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
Negotiated Before
Set Up Fees
Transportation
Billed During
Fuel
Unforeseen
Delays
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -0.5 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Price Volatility. It is most negatively impacted by Availability of Substitutes. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Very High, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Truck & Bus Manufacturers
- Gasoline & Petroleum Wholesalers
- Tire Wholesalers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Auto Parts Manufacturers
- Gasoline & Petroleum Bulk Stations
- Tire Manufacturers
Biggest Bulk Earth Transportation Services Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Bulk Earth Transportation Services vendors by revenue in the US are Kenan Advantage Group Inc., Ruan Transportation Management Systems and Trimac Inc. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
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| Kenan Advantage Group Inc. | International | North Canton, OH | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Ruan Transportation Management Systems | International | Des Moines, IA | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Trimac Inc. | International | Calgary, CA | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Brown Transport Inc. | Regional | Ardmore, OK | <25 | < 5 | ||||
| Keeter Enterprises LLC | Regional | Boulder, CO | <25 | < 5 | ||||
| Werdco BC Inc. | Local | Las Vegas, NV | 51-100 | < 5 | ||||
| Anderson Trucking Service Inc. | National | St. Cloud, MN | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Barney Trucking Inc. | Regional | Salina, UT | 251-500 | < 5 | ||||
| Fullone Trucking Inc. | National | North Collins, NY | 25-50 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Bulk Earth Transportation Services market is 7.2% and falling. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Overhead. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
Market share concentration for bulk earth transportation services is low, resulting in a highly competitive market as no supplier controls a substantial market share. The competitive pressure keeps vendors from raising prices drastically, boosting buyer power.
Supply chain risk in the market is high, as suppliers rely on highly volatile upstream inputs like gasoline. This risk leaves the market vulnerable to price shocks resulting from supply chain issues.
Average vendor risk in the bulk earth transportation market is moderate as vendors face a high degree of competition. Buyers will face an average level of risk when contracting with potential vendors compared to other markets.
The United States is a net exporter of trailers and semi-trailers, indicating that domestic suppliers may have a greater ability to meet demands.
Supplier Information
Kenan Advantage Group Inc.
Kenan Advantage Group Inc. is a private company operating internationally. The company's offerings include petroleum & chemical trucking services and bulk earth transportation services. Founded in 1991, the company is currently headquartered in North Canton, Ohio, United States of America with an estimated... Subscribe to learn more
Ruan Transportation Management Systems
Ruan Transportation Management Systems is a private company operating internationally. The company's offerings include petroleum & chemical trucking services, bulk food-grade transportation services and bulk earth transportation services. Founded in 1932, the company is currently headquartered in Des Moines,... Subscribe to learn more
Trimac Inc.
Trimac Inc. is a private company operating internationally. The company's offerings include bulk food-grade transportation services and bulk earth transportation services. Founded in 1945, the company is currently headquartered in Calgary, Ontario, Canada with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Anderson Trucking Service Inc.
Anderson Trucking Service Inc. is a private company operating nationally. The company's offerings include bulk earth transportation services. Founded in 1955, the company is currently headquartered in St. Cloud, Minnesota, United States of America with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Barney Trucking Inc.
Barney Trucking Inc. is a private company operating regionally. The company's offerings include bulk earth transportation services. Founded in 1947, the company is currently headquartered in Salina, Utah, United States of America with an estimated 500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Brown Transport Inc.
Dale Brown Inc. is a private company operating regionally. The company's offerings include bulk earth transportation services. Founded in 2015, the company is currently headquartered in Ardmore, Oklahoma, United States of America with an estimated 25 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Fullone Trucking Inc.
Fullone Trucking Inc. is a private company operating nationally. The company's offerings include bulk earth transportation services. Founded in 1999, the company is currently headquartered in North Collins, New York, United States of America with an estimated 37 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Keeter Enterprises LLC
Keeter Enterprises LLC is a private company operating regionally. The company's offerings include bulk earth transportation services. Founded in 1959, the company is currently headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, United States of America with an estimated 25 employees. Subscribe to learn more
P & C Trucking Enterprises Inc.
P & C Trucking Enterprises Inc. is a private company operating locally. The company's offerings include bulk earth transportation services. Founded in 1976, the company is currently headquartered in Gary, Indiana, United States of America with an estimated 46 employees. Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Bulk Earth Transportation Services Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Employee Retention Rate and On-Time Delivery (OTD). Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Delivery and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Employee Retention Rate |
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Number of employees at start of period Number of employees at end of period |
Bulk earth transportation service providers with a higher number of tenured employees are typically more reliable. A market supplier with low employee retention rate may be susceptible to mistakes or delays stemming from an inexperienced workforce. |
| On-Time Delivery (OTD) |
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Number of deliveries Number of on-time deliveries |
Due to delivery being the critical aspect of bulk earth transportation services, the on-time delivery rate of a supplier is the best indicator to assess performance. While factors outside of both parties’ control may limit the ability to make deliveries on time, suppliers that maintain a high rate of on-time deliveries can indicate high-quality performance. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Experience and Expertise
How long have you provided earthmoving services and how long has your longest tenured client been with you?
Who are your top five clients and how long have they been your clients?
Value-Added Services
What additional services can you provide that are relevant to my project?
How will efficiency at my site be improved by contracting your firm for additional services?
Inventory Control
What types of dump trucks comprise your fleet?
How many of each type do you have and what are their capacities?
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Bulk Earth Transportation Services RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should describe their organizations and explain why they are seeking bulk earth transportation services.
Buyers need to give a description of what they are transporting, where and how. This overview should give vendors enough information to quickly evaluate whether they can provide services.
Statement Of Need
Buyers need to include a detailed description of the exact type of goods being transported, their packaging, quantity, etc.
Buyers should also include a detailed description of the methods of transporting the goods.
Project Budget
Buyers should explicitly state the amount of the contract award.
Buyers should explain whether they expect to pay for services after each shipment or at some other point during the life of the contract.
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