FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC
USDOT 1972988 • 8999 ANTIOCH RD, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70817
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-698068 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jun 1, 2020 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRHS18-00372-03 | ON FILE | Nov 5, 2019 | Jun 23, 2020 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | HSLR18-01777-01 | ON FILE | Dec 2, 2012 | Dec 2, 2013 |
Insurance History (20 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRHS18-00372-03 | REPLACED | Nov 5, 2019 | Jun 1, 2020 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRHS18-00372-02 | CANCELLED | Mar 25, 2019 | Nov 5, 2019 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRHS18-00372-02 | CANCELLED | Nov 5, 2018 | Mar 25, 2019 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRHS18-00372-01 | CANCELLED | Nov 5, 2017 | Nov 5, 2018 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRHS18-00372-00 | CANCELLED | Nov 5, 2016 | Nov 5, 2017 |
| QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | QSILA0016094 | CANCELLED | Dec 2, 2015 | Dec 2, 2016 |
| QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | QSILA0016094 | REPLACED | Dec 2, 2015 | Nov 5, 2016 |
| QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | QSILA0015798 | CANCELLED | Dec 2, 2014 | Dec 2, 2015 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | HSLR18-03695-00 | CANCELLED | Jun 30, 2014 | Dec 2, 2014 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | HSLR18-03695-00 | REPLACED | Jan 15, 2014 | Jun 30, 2014 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | HSLR18-03695-00 | REPLACED | Dec 2, 2013 | Jan 15, 2014 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | HSLR18-03695-00 | NAME CHANGED | Dec 2, 2013 | Feb 18, 2014 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | HSLR18-01777-01 | CANCELLED | Dec 2, 2012 | Dec 2, 2013 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | HSLR18-01279-01 | CANCELLED | Aug 31, 2012 | Dec 2, 2012 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | HSLR18-01777-00 | CANCELLED | Dec 2, 2011 | Dec 2, 2012 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | HSLR18-001279-00 | CANCELLED | Aug 31, 2011 | Aug 31, 2012 |
| QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | CARGO | QSILA0010591 | REPLACED | Dec 2, 2010 | Aug 31, 2011 |
| QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | QSILA0010591 | REPLACED | Dec 2, 2010 | Dec 2, 2011 |
| QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | QSILA0006711 | CANCELLED | Dec 2, 2009 | Dec 2, 2010 |
| QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | CARGO | QSILA0006716 | CANCELLED | Dec 2, 2009 | Dec 2, 2010 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TRHS18-00372-03 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 23, 2020 | Jun 23, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TRHS18-00372-03 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2020 | Jun 1, 2020 |
| CANCEL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TRHS18-00372-02 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 5, 2019 | Nov 5, 2019 |
| CANCEL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TRHS18-00372-02 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 25, 2019 | Mar 25, 2019 |
| CANCEL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TRHS18-00372-01 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 5, 2018 | Nov 5, 2018 |
| CANCEL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TRHS18-00372-00 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 5, 2017 | Nov 5, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | QSILA0016094 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 2, 2016 | Dec 2, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | QSILA0016094 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 5, 2016 | Nov 5, 2016 |
| CANCEL | QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | QSILA0015798 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 2, 2015 | Dec 2, 2015 |
| CANCEL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | HSLR18-03695-00 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 2, 2014 | Dec 2, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | HSLR18-03695-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 30, 2014 | Jun 30, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | HSLR18-03695-00 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 18, 2014 | Feb 18, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | HSLR18-03695-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 15, 2014 | Jan 15, 2014 |
| CANCEL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | HSLR18-01777-01 | CARGO | Dec 2, 2013 | Dec 2, 2013 |
| CANCEL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | HSLR18-01777-01 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 2, 2013 | Dec 2, 2013 |
| CANCEL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | HSLR18-01777-00 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 2, 2012 | Dec 2, 2012 |
| CANCEL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | HSLR18-01279-01 | CARGO | Dec 2, 2012 | Dec 2, 2012 |
| CANCEL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | HSLR18-001279-00 | CARGO | Aug 31, 2012 | Aug 31, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | QSILA0010591 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 2, 2011 | Dec 2, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | QSILA0010591 | CARGO | Aug 31, 2011 | Aug 31, 2011 |
| CANCEL | QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | QSILA0006711 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 2, 2010 | Dec 2, 2010 |
| CANCEL | QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | QSILA0006716 | CARGO | Dec 2, 2010 | Dec 2, 2010 |
Authority Action History (12 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC698068 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 27, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 1, 2020 |
| MC698068 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 9, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 31, 2019 |
| MC698068 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 26, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 13, 2019 |
| MC698068 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 9, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 1, 2018 |
| MC698068 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 10, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 31, 2017 |
| MC698068 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 5, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 3, 2015 |
| MC698068 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 5, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 2, 2014 |
| MC698068 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 15, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 23, 2014 |
| MC698068 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 5, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 25, 2013 |
| MC698068 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 5, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 20, 2012 |
| MC698068 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 5, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 30, 2010 |
| MC698068 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 28, 2009 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
15 states • 126 inspections
Violation Summary (113 violations from latest 100 of 126 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 8 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 8 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 6 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2W | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 5 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 4 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.207A-STCB | Suspension defective | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.130 | Cargo securement - heavy equipment | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOLTIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III-ELDSDN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.201D-FR | Frame - Accessories improperly attached | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8D11-HOSF | 395.8D11-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.87A-FPLA | Warning flags on projecting loads missing | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.95A-LCDL | Restriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11S | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.130C-CHVE | Cargo securement - heavy equipment | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11TL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75G-LOAD | Weight carried exceeds tire load limit | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9BRKLAMP | Inoperative Brake Lamps | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.104(f)(3) | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.22(a) | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22(b) | Failure to place or improper placement of warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.132(b) | Cargo securement - dressed lumber/building products | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.25(f) | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (126 inspections)
Showing 50 of 126
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
22 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (22 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2026 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | PORT ALLEN | I-10 | ...U50624 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Oct 29, 2025 | AL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | MOBILE | I-65 | ...778994 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Jan 7, 2025 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | ABBEVILLE | LA-338 | ...497753 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Aug 31, 2024 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...741235 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Mar 26, 2024 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | HOUSTON | S 800 SOUTHWEST FWY | ...111978 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Jan 6, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | SAN ANTONIO | 8900 IH 10 | ...850025 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Sep 26, 2023 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | LA-3251 | ...122874 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Jun 28, 2023 | LA | FATAL | 1 | 1 | DONALDSONVILLE | LA-3089 | ...566978 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Sep 23, 2022 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PORT ALLEN | I-10 | ...590557 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Aug 5, 2022 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BROUSSARD | US-90 | ...242810 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Jul 1, 2022 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | 1700 | LA-42 | ...657966 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Nov 12, 2021 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | 2600 | LA-611 | ...B90231 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Nov 4, 2021 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | 6100 | I-10 | ...590557 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Nov 3, 2021 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | 300 | US-61 | ...631691 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Aug 13, 2021 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | VICTORIA (VICTORIA) | 100 HUVAR ST | ...712636 | FERRARA TRANSPORT SERVICES LLC |
| Oct 3, 2020 | MS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 12, 2020 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 4, 2017 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 10, 2016 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 4, 2015 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 18, 2014 | LA | FATAL | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 30, 2014 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA-2023-0010-US1480 | Mar 10, 2023 | 382.305(b)(1); 382.305(b)(2); 395.8(e)(1); 396.11(a) | $23,130 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
46 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 46 events