Who we are
The Erb Group of Companies is a leading refrigerated transportation carrier in the food industry, providing service across North America.
The Erb Group is known for its commitment to family and community initiatives. The Erb Group has earned recognition as ‘2023 Best Fleets to Drive For and ‘ 2022 Top Fleet Employers.
What's in a name?
The Erb Group of Companies is a family-owned business founded by Vernon Erb which evolved from a one-man company in 1959, to a reputable trucking company with over 1,500 employees and owner-operators.
With a network of 10 terminals, we are a reliable and efficient partner for businesses in the refrigerated transportation industry. We are dedicated to excellence and continuously invest in the best technology, equipment, and people to ensure we remain a leader in the industry.

OUR VISION
As a transportation industry leader, we are committed to making a difference for our employees, customers, and communities. We understand the importance of having engaged employees who strive to provide the best customer service possible. This approach not only leads to happy customers, but also to business growth and profitability.
01.
integrity
We conduct our business with uncompromising ethics and integrity
02.
sustainability
We are focused on, and committed to environmental sustainability
03.
diversity
We encourage diversity and recognize different perspectives as a strength
04.
safety
We are committed to provide a safe work environment for all our team members
05.
respect
We have respect and trust for our team members
06.
teamwork
We achieve our common objectives through teamwork
07.
excellence
We demonstrate excellence in everything we do
Employee focused
We strive to create a safe, rewarding and professional work environment where each team member is able to grow and succeed.
Customer focused
Our focus on the customer is reflected in our commitment to accuracy, on-time delivery and maintaining the correct temperature for all shipments.
Business focused
We are driven to consistently improve our processes and efficiencies while remaining profitable and cost-effective.
WE ARE AWARD WINNERS!

Top Fleet Employers
2014 - 2023

Top Fleet Employer 10+ Years
2018 - 2023

Best Fleets to Drive for
2009 - 2023

TOP COMPANY FOR WOMEN
IN TRANSPORTATION
2022

TMSA Purpose Awards
2022-2023

TRUCKLOAD CARRIERS ASSOCIATION
2004 - 2020
Wendell Erb
President and CEO
Under Wendell’s guidance, The Erb Group has developed modern best practices and brought a fresh perspective to the goal of “profitability through superior service”. The company has grown from one truck to one of the largest family-owned refrigerated trucking companies in North America, with a distribution network of ten terminals, over 1,500 employees, and a fleet of more than 800 power units.
Wendell is also Chairman of the Board of The Erb Group of Companies and has won various awards for the company’s HR, safety, and inclusivity practices. He continues to help guide the company to be industry-leading and push the industry to continue to improve and evolve.

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A proud recipient of the ‘2023 Best Fleets to Drive For’ and the ‘2023 Top Fleet Employer’ Award, The Erb Group is committed to putting our employees first.