ESTES FORWARDING WORLDWIDE LLC
USDOT 2352258 • DBA: EFW • 100 GATEWAY CENTRE PARKWAY, RICHIMOND, VA, 23235
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | FF-007073 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 30, 2024 |
| Contract Carrier | MC-1588828 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Common Carrier | MC-1588828 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Property Broker | MC-801982 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Freight Forwarder | FF-007073 | REVOKED | Apr 21, 2009 | Apr 21, 2009 |
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | BIPD | LPM9433781 | ON FILE | Oct 16, 2024 | Oct 25, 2025 |
| SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | SURETY | 13572 | ON FILE | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 0457BQQ09AND7213 | ON FILE | Jun 24, 2010 | Jun 24, 2011 |
Insurance History (18 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | BIPD | 9433781 | REPLACED | Oct 28, 2023 | Oct 16, 2024 |
| FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | BIPD | 9433781 | NAME CHANGED | Oct 28, 2023 | Nov 18, 2024 |
| LEXON INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 1096716 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| LEXON INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 1096716 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2013 | Jan 1, 2014 |
| SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | SURETY | 13572 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | SURETY | 13572 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | SURETY | 13572 | NAME CHANGED | Oct 1, 2013 | Nov 18, 2024 |
| SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | SURETY | 13572 | NAME CHANGED | Oct 1, 2013 | Nov 18, 2024 |
| SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | SURETY | 13572 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | SURETY | 13572 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | SURETY | 13572 | REPLACED | May 22, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | SURETY | LPM9105306 | REPLACED | Oct 12, 2012 | May 22, 2013 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 0457BQQ08AAND7213 | CANCELLED | Jun 24, 2009 | Jul 4, 2010 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 0457BQQ08AAND7213 | REPLACED | Jun 24, 2009 | Jun 24, 2010 |
| NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 08NAV7213 | REPLACED | Jun 24, 2008 | Jun 24, 2009 |
| NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 08NAV7213 | CANCELLED | Jun 24, 2008 | Jun 25, 2009 |
| NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 08NAV7213 | NAME CHANGED | Jun 24, 2008 | Apr 21, 2009 |
| NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 07NAV7213 | CANCELLED | Jun 24, 2007 | Jun 24, 2008 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | LPM9433781 | BIPD | Oct 25, 2025 | Oct 25, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | 9433781 | BIPD | Nov 18, 2024 | Nov 18, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | 13572 | SURETY | Nov 18, 2024 | Nov 18, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | 13572 | SURETY | Nov 18, 2024 | Nov 18, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | 9433781 | BIPD | Oct 16, 2024 | Oct 16, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | LEXON INSURANCE COMPANY | 1096716 | SURETY | Jan 1, 2014 | Jan 1, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | 13572 | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | 13572 | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | LEXON INSURANCE COMPANY | 1096716 | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | 13572 | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | 13572 | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | 13572 | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | SOUTHWEST MARINE AND GENERAL INSURANCE COMPAN | 13572 | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | LPM9105306 | SURETY | May 22, 2013 | May 22, 2013 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 0457BQQ09AND7213 | CARGO | Jun 24, 2011 | Jun 24, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 0457BQQ08AAND7213 | CARGO | Jul 4, 2010 | Jul 4, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 0457BQQ08AAND7213 | CARGO | Jun 24, 2010 | Jun 24, 2010 |
| TERM/CANCL | NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | 08NAV7213 | CARGO | Jun 25, 2009 | Jun 25, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | 08NAV7213 | CARGO | Jun 24, 2009 | Jun 24, 2009 |
| NAMECHG | NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | 08NAV7213 | CARGO | Apr 21, 2009 | Apr 21, 2009 |
| CANCEL | NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | 07NAV7213 | CARGO | Jun 24, 2008 | Jun 24, 2008 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | FF-007073 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (13 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC801982 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 15, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 18, 2024 |
| MC1588828 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 15, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 23, 2024 |
| MC1588828 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 15, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 23, 2024 |
| FF007073 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 15, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 30, 2024 |
| MC1588828 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 2, 2023 | — | Unknown |
| MC1588828 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 2, 2023 | — | Unknown |
| FF007073 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 5, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 10, 2013 |
| MC801982 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Oct 26, 2012 | — | Unknown |
| FF007073 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 7, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 24, 2010 |
| FF007073 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 29, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 23, 2009 |
| FF007073 | PROPERTY FREIGHT FORWARDER | REINSTATED | May 4, 2009 | — | Unknown |
| FF007073 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 28, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 4, 2008 |
| FF007073 | PROPERTY FREIGHT FORWARDER | GRANTED | Jun 25, 2007 | REVOKED | Apr 21, 2009 |
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
13 states • 72 inspections
Violation Summary (101 violations from 72 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 18 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 5 | 0 | 7 | 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 | 4 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 4 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 2 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCLMBD | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.67C7V-F | Tires - other defects | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11B-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5-HL | Hubs - Leaking hub | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203C | Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-AASGMD-L6 | Any of the slider-guide/hold-down brackets are missing or disengaged. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.23-LEU | Lighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g. unplugged or loose pigtail) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLILC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b)(1) | 390.21T(b)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(1) | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.28-WS-6 | Wiring - improper/inadequate | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-ALBV | Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9AA2-OA | 392.9AA2-OA | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
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 (72 inspections)
Showing 50 of 72
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
4 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (4 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2025 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | MAPLE GROVE | ISTH 94 AT 610 | ...JS3500 | ESTES FORWARDING WORLDWIDE LLC |
| Dec 6, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | HODGKINS | EAST AVE | ...535134 | EFW |
| Nov 1, 2024 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 2 | DEKORRA | IH 039 NB | ...705325 | EFW |
| Sep 27, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | WESTMONT | W OGDEN AVENUE | ...909270 | ESTES FORWARDING WORLDWIDE LLC |
Compliance Timeline
30 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 30 events