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Carrier profile · USDOT 54988 · MC-135283 · Updated Jun 18, 2026
Grand Island Express Inc
DBA GRAND ISLAND EXPRESS
158 power unitsavg 3.9 yrNational · 25 statesGRAND ISLAND, NE81/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-135283 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
158Power units
136 observed · MCS-150
154Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
3.9Avg age (yr)
1999–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Jun 18, 2026
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Operating, but with flags a broker should weigh before tendering freight.
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USDOT registration5252 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$1M in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo26.7%
▲ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal1010
10 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
3.9 yr
Model years 1999–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
52 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1974 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
GRAND ISLAND EXPRESS INC (USDOT 54988) has a Vektor safety score of 81/100 and a Review before loading verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Jun 18, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Jun 18, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY CO. OF CONNECTICUT effective Jul 26, 2021 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Jun 18, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 26.7% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 18, 2026.
The carrier received 242 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 75 vehicle-level and 242 driver-level — across 25 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 18, 2026.
The carrier has 10 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 10 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jun 18, 2026.
It reports 158 power units and 164 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated May 8, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Apr 10, 2006 in the federal record refreshed Jun 18, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is GRAND ISLAND EXPRESS INC's USDOT number?
GRAND ISLAND EXPRESS INC's USDOT number is 54988, and its motor carrier number is MC-135283.
Is GRAND ISLAND EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
As of Jun 18, 2026, GRAND ISLAND EXPRESS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is GRAND ISLAND EXPRESS INC's safety record?
GRAND ISLAND EXPRESS INC has a 26.7% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 403 roadside inspections, with 10 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 81/100 (tier: review).
How big is GRAND ISLAND EXPRESS INC's fleet?
GRAND ISLAND EXPRESS INC operates 158 power units and 164 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is GRAND ISLAND EXPRESS INC based?
GRAND ISLAND EXPRESS INC is based in GRAND ISLAND, NE, with roadside inspections recorded across 25 states.
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