Trimac marks 80 years of uncompromising service
Trimac Transportation is celebrating its 80th anniversary.
Jack McCaig founded the company as MACCAM Transport with a single Model A Ford truck in 1945 in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada. In the 1950s, Jack’s sons, J.R. “Bud,” Roger, and Maurice, joined the business and helped expand operations across Western Canada. Following the acquisition of H.M. Trimble and Sons, in the 1960s, the company evolved into Trimac and relocated its headquarters to Calgary, Alberta. Over the decades, a public listing, entry into the U.S. market, and a series of strategic acquisitions transformed the company into one of North America’s largest bulk carriers.
In 2000, the McCaig family returned Trimac to private ownership.
“For 80 years, we’ve safely delivered products that improve people’s lives,” Matt Faure, Trimac president and CEO, said in a news release. “What makes us most proud is the way we’ve done it—by investing in our people, innovating with purpose, and never compromising on safety or service.”
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Today, Trimac operates with more than 4,000 team members and independent contractors, running a fleet of over 6,000 tractors and trailers across its North American network. The company has earned repeated recognition for safety, workplace culture and people practices, including such honors as Top Fleet Employer of Distinction, Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation, Innovative HR Teams, and Training and Development Excellence.
Most recently, Trimac was named a 2024 North American safety champion by National Tank Truck Carriers, recognizing it as one of the safest tank truck carriers on the continent.
“Our history is a story of resilience, relationship and respect,” said Jeff McCaig, Trimac chairman of the board and Jack’s grandson. “While the industry has changed dramatically since 1945, one thing has never wavered—our people are our greatest strength.”
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To commemorate the anniversary, Trimac recently unveiled a special 80th-anniversary logo symbolizing its history, values, and vision for the future. The design features the number “80” encircled by a road motif symbolizing continuous movement, progress, and innovation. Three distinct lines within the design pay tribute to Trimac’s founders—Bud, Roger, and Maurice McCaig—whose vision laid the foundation for the company’s success.
Trimac celebrated the milestone Aug. 28 at Heritage Park in Calgary. Festivities will continue throughout September, with regional service centers across North America hosting employee appreciation events, Trimac said.