News Summary
Montgomery Transport LLC, a trucking company based in Birmingham, Alabama, has shut down operations and filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, leaving about 1,000 employees, including 600 drivers, without work. The abrupt closure follows a failed sale due to legal complications and has sparked immediate challenges in the freight industry as displaced workers seek new employment opportunities amidst a broader trend of financial struggles in the transportation sector.
Alabama – Montgomery Transport LLC, a Birmingham, Alabama-based trucking company, has abruptly shut down operations this week and filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which entails total asset liquidation. This unexpected turn of events has left approximately 1,000 employees out of work, including around 600 truck drivers. Notifications of the sudden shutdown were delivered to employees with very little advance warning, creating a chaotic situation for those who relied on the company for their livelihood.
The cessation of operations has led to immediate challenges for both drivers and clients dependent on the company’s freight services, with many scrambling to find alternatives. Montgomery Transport was previously in the process of being sold, with a deal set to close on September 30. However, a lawsuit filed on September 26 derailed the sale process just days before the final date. This legal complication not only halted prospective negotiations but also contributed to the company’s decision to pivot from its initial plan to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, aimed at reorganization in light of the impending sale.
Negotiations among creditors could not reach an agreement regarding terms, forcing the firm to consider Chapter 7 bankruptcy as its only option. Internal communications suggest that financial difficulties had begun earlier this year, prompting the principal owner, One Equity Partners, to decide to exit the trucking industry in June. This decision became increasingly pivotal as P&S Transportation initiated due diligence to acquire Montgomery Transport in July 2025. The acquisition was poised to finalize on September 30, only to be interrupted by a restraining order related to the company’s ongoing legal issues.
Founded in 2011, Montgomery Transport operated under various brands, including RM Logistics and MT Dedicated. At the time of its closure, the company managed a fleet of 449 tractors, employing 458 drivers, alongside other units focused on heavy-haul and logistics. The abrupt shutdown has led to emotional distress among employees, who have expressed heartbreak and uncertainty regarding their future employment prospects.
Despite the dislocation, competing trucking companies have reached out to displaced drivers, offering opportunities for employment in the wake of the closure. Company leadership has attempted to reassure employees that payroll obligations would be honored for completed work and has instructed drivers to finish any ongoing deliveries as necessary.
The bankruptcy of Montgomery Transport aligns with a broader trend, as the freight industry is currently experiencing a recession, with numerous carriers facing similar financial pressures. The struggles of Montgomery Transport reflect the increasing challenges within the transportation sector, where companies are compelled to navigate financial hurdles in an environment marked by ongoing instability.
The immediate impact of this closure extends beyond the 1,000 employees; it resonates throughout the supply chain, affecting clients and consumers alike, as logistics services remain crucial components of operational success. As more drivers and logistics professionals find themselves reassessing their futures, the repercussions of Montgomery Transport’s bankruptcy may ripple across the industry for some time to come.
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