Gallery: Inside Usher’s eight-decade family legacy

Dive deeper into the fourth-generation, family-owned company’s 80th anniversary celebration with additional images that didn’t make the print version of this April/May Bulk Transporter cover story.

Family fueled and driven by a “people-first” philosophy, Usher Transport this year is celebrating a remarkable 80-year milestone in the bulk hauling industry. Founded in 1946 with only six tractors, the Kentucky-based carrier has evolved through four generations of family leadership into a $63 million operation that prioritizes integrity and service over simple profits.

Our April/May cover story dives deep into the Usher legacy—from their early days hauling fuel and milk to their modern-day achievements, including earning prestigious Responsible Care Partner status and maintaining an eye-opening 11% turnover rate. Under the current leadership of Ryan, Patrick, and William Usher, and their trusted executive team, the company continues to blend tradition with innovation, leveraging new technologies to ensure a “fifth-generation future.”

Experience the Usher story in pictures

We invite you to explore our exclusive media gallery, featuring all the images from the print edition of Bulk Transporter plus extra “behind-the-scenes” photos we couldn't fit in the magazine. See the people, the fleet, and the history that have made Usher Transport a cornerstone of the tank truck industry for eight decades.

Anna Mathews | Usher Transport
Usher Transport, which this year is celebrating 80 years in business, exemplifies a people-first philosophy rooted in family values, safety, and continuous improvement, ensuring longevity and industry leadership through generations.

About the Author

Jason McDaniel

Jason McDaniel, based in the Houston TX area, has more than 20 years of experience as an award-winning journalist. He spent 15 writing and editing for daily newspapers, including the Houston Chronicle, and began covering the commercial vehicle industry in 2018. He was named editor of Bulk Transporter and Refrigerated Transporter magazines in July 2020.

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