J.B. Hunt Transport Services (NASDAQ:JBHT) (NASDAQ: JBHT) is a leading transportation and logistics provider founded in 1961 by Johnnie Bryan Hunt. Headquartered in Lowell, Arkansas, the company has grown from a small regional trucking operation into one of North America’s largest and most diversified transportation networks. Over its history, J.B. Hunt has built a reputation for reliability and service innovation, leveraging investments in technology and infrastructure to meet evolving customer needs.
The company’s main business activities are organized into four operating segments. Intermodal services combine truck and rail transport to move containers across long distances, reducing costs and carbon emissions. Dedicated Contract Services offers customized truckload solutions with branded equipment and driver teams assigned exclusively to individual shippers. J.B. Hunt’s Integrated Capacity Solutions (ICS) provides freight brokerage and logistics management, connecting customers with a broad carrier network. Additionally, the Final Mile division specializes in residential and commercial delivery for heavy goods, appliances, and furniture.
J.B. Hunt operates across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with a network of terminals, rail ramps, and cross-border facilities designed to optimize freight flow and support just-in-time delivery. The company serves a diverse customer base, including retailers, manufacturers, and distributors in industries such as consumer goods, automotive, food and beverage, and e-commerce. By strategically locating service centers near key metropolitan areas and transportation hubs, J.B. Hunt is able to offer flexible lane coverage and expedited transit times.
Leadership at J.B. Hunt emphasizes both operational excellence and innovation. The executive team, led by Chief Executive Officer John N. Roberts III and supported by a seasoned board of directors, prioritizes safety, sustainability, and digital transformation. Investments in telematics, real-time tracking, and data analytics enable continuous improvement in route planning and asset utilization. With a workforce exceeding 30,000 employees and independent contractors, J.B. Hunt remains committed to fostering a safety-first culture and delivering value to customers through dependable, technology-driven logistics solutions.
