Altom Transport Inc.

Altom Transport Inc. is a trucking company in Hammond, IN, specializing in the transportation of petroleum and chemical products across the United States and Canada. The company serves a wide range of clients, including Fortune 500 companies and single-load customers, with a focus on liquid bulk and hazardous materials. It transports fuels, lubricants, asphalt, solvents, acids, resins, specialty chemicals, wastewater, and temperature-controlled liquids, maintaining compliance as a qualified hazardous waste hauler in both the U.S. and Canada. With a rating of 4.10 from 111 reviews, Altom Transport emphasizes reliability, advanced equipment, and long-term client relationships. Its service area spans the lower 48 states, with major hubs in Chicago and Houston, and satellite operations across the Midwest, Gulf Coast, East, Northeast, and Western U.S., as well as Eastern Canada.

Now in its third generation, Altom Transport has operated since 1948, building a reputation as a respected specialized common carrier. The company prioritizes its professional drivers, offering state-of-the-art equipment including insulated, multi-compartment trailers made of aluminum or stainless steel, some with in-transit heat capabilities. All tractors are equipped with pumps, compressors, GPS, and PeopleNet communications, while trailers use ORBCOMM satellite tracking for real-time load updates. Dedicated trailers are available for aviation fuels, asphalt, and other priority materials, and lightweight, high-capacity trailers are used for specific chemical loads. The company supports backhaul opportunities in the Gulf Coast, Midwest, and Canada.

Altom Transport maintains a strong online presence with a website that search engines can read cleanly and well-documented business information available across digital platforms. This consistency enhances visibility and trust. The company’s long-standing operation, family ownership, and specialized focus on petrochemical and hazardous material transport have solidified its role in the regional logistics network.