About Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (ODFL)

Company Description:

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is a leading name in the trucking industry, offering comprehensive freight transportation services. It primarily focuses on less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments, providing regional, inter-regional, and national LTL services.

Founded in 1934 by Earl and Lillian Congdon, the company has grown from a single truck running a 94-mile route in Virginia to one of the largest LTL carriers in the United States. Its headquarters are in Thomasville, North Carolina.

Main Product(s):

Old Dominion's core services include ground and air expedited transportation, and consumer household moving services. They specialize in providing high-quality LTL shipping services across North America.

Short History of Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc:

• 1934 – Old Dominion was founded in Richmond, Virginia, by Earl and Lillian Congdon.
• 1962 – The company extended its operations to most major markets in North Carolina and southern Virginia.
• 1991 – ODFL became a public company listed on NASDAQ.
• 1999 – The company expanded its national footprint significantly.
• 2011 – Old Dominion celebrated its 75th anniversary, marking a major milestone in its history.