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Carrier profile · USDOT 343455 · MC-238945 ·
Southern Ionics Inc
86 power unitsavg 6.4 yrNational · 19 statesWEST POINT, MS88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-238945 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
86Power units
88 observed · MCS-150
81Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
6.4Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision ·
Clear to load
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In good standing · 4
Active operating authorityActive for-hire authority is on file with FMCSA.Insurance on fileBIPD (liability) insurance is on file with FMCSA.Established 38 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1989.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 305 inspections.
Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
6.4 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
37 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1989 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
92 other inspections in border states, with no named crossing match.
A named inspection location does not confirm a border transit or operating authority. Counts cover retained inspection records.
Safety and violations
Violation data is not available for this carrier right now.
Verification summary
SOUTHERN IONICS INC (USDOT 343455) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record. FMCSA profile data as of Nov 3, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Nov 3, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $4,000,000 limit in force from ASPEN SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY effective May 19, 2017 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Nov 3, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 15.3% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Nov 3, 2026.
The carrier received 205 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 189 vehicle-level and 205 driver-level — across 19 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Nov 3, 2026.
The carrier has 5 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 1 fatal crash across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Nov 3, 2026.
It reports 86 power units and 115 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Jan 29, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Nov 3, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned May 16, 2007 in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Nov 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is SOUTHERN IONICS INC's USDOT number?
SOUTHERN IONICS INC's USDOT number is 343455, and its motor carrier number is MC-238945.
Is SOUTHERN IONICS INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Nov 3, 2026. SOUTHERN IONICS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is SOUTHERN IONICS INC's safety record?
SOUTHERN IONICS INC has a 15.3% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 305 roadside inspections, with 5 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is SOUTHERN IONICS INC's fleet?
SOUTHERN IONICS INC operates 86 power units and 115 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is SOUTHERN IONICS INC based?
SOUTHERN IONICS INC is based in WEST POINT, MS, with roadside inspections recorded across 19 states.
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