JOHN H KENNISON
USDOT 715720 • DBA: KENNISON TRANSPORT • 92 HIGHLAND AVE, NEWPORT, VT, 05855
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0052095 | ON FILE | Feb 1, 2016 | Feb 1, 2017 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN584368 | ON FILE | Feb 1, 2008 | Dec 20, 2011 |
Insurance History (43 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0052095 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2016 | Mar 2, 2017 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0048495 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2015 | Feb 1, 2016 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0048494 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2015 | Feb 1, 2015 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0044549 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2014 | Feb 1, 2015 |
| AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | GLA5991769 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2011 | Feb 1, 2014 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN584368 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2008 | Feb 1, 2011 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN584368 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2008 | Mar 3, 2011 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CARGO | OPO0023774 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2007 | Feb 1, 2008 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0023774 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2007 | Feb 1, 2008 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 466589 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2006 | Feb 1, 2007 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 440593 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2005 | Feb 1, 2006 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | IMP 674-32-18 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2005 | Feb 1, 2007 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | IMP 674-32-16 | REPLACED | Jan 26, 2005 | Feb 1, 2005 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 2051664436 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2004 | Feb 1, 2005 |
| ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IM06904412 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2004 | Feb 1, 2004 |
| ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IM06904412 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2004 | Jan 26, 2005 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN382934 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2003 | Feb 1, 2004 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN382934 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2003 | Feb 1, 2004 |
| WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | CARGO | AUC650018-2 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2002 | Feb 1, 2003 |
| WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | AT650043-2 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2002 | Feb 1, 2003 |
| WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | AT650043-01 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2001 | Feb 1, 2002 |
| WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | CARGO | AUC650018-01 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2001 | Feb 1, 2002 |
| WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | CARGO | AUC650018 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2000 | Feb 1, 2000 |
| WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | AT650043 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2000 | Feb 1, 2001 |
| WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | CARGO | AUC650018 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2000 | Feb 1, 2001 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 422739 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 1999 | Feb 1, 2000 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 422739 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 1999 | Feb 1, 2000 |
| LUMBERMENS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | 3AT 649 990 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 1998 | Feb 1, 1999 |
| THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | CARGO | I20162776 | REPLACED | Dec 4, 1997 | Feb 1, 1998 |
| TWIN CITY FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KS 0004053 | REPLACED | Nov 12, 1997 | Nov 12, 1997 |
| TWIN CITY FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KS 0004053 | REPLACED | Nov 12, 1997 | Feb 1, 1999 |
| NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | ARN3065202 | CANCELLED | Sep 29, 1997 | Dec 19, 1997 |
| NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | ARN3065202 | REPLACED | Sep 29, 1997 | Nov 12, 1997 |
| NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | ARN 306 52 02 | CANCELLED | Aug 2, 1997 | Sep 29, 1997 |
| NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | ARN 306-52 02 | CANCELLED | Jun 30, 1997 | Aug 2, 1997 |
| NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | ARN 306-52-02 | CANCELLED | Mar 22, 1997 | Jun 30, 1997 |
| THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | CARGO | I20162776 | TRANSFERRED | Feb 1, 1997 | Dec 21, 1997 |
| NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | ARN 306 5202 | CANCELLED | Oct 31, 1996 | Mar 22, 1997 |
| NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | ARN 306 5202 | CANCELLED | Jun 15, 1996 | Oct 31, 1996 |
| NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | ARN 306-52-02 | CANCELLED | Mar 22, 1996 | Jun 15, 1996 |
| THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | CARGO | IO 75 78 01 5 | REPLACED | Mar 22, 1996 | Feb 1, 1997 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN 013879 | CANCELLED | Mar 22, 1994 | Mar 22, 1996 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN 013879 | CANCELLED | Mar 22, 1994 | Mar 22, 1996 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0052095 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 2, 2017 | Mar 2, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0052095 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2017 | Feb 1, 2017 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0048495 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2016 | Feb 1, 2016 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0044549 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2015 | Feb 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0048494 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2015 | Feb 1, 2015 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | GLA5991769 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2014 | Feb 1, 2014 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN584368 | CARGO | Dec 20, 2011 | Dec 20, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN584368 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 3, 2011 | Mar 3, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN584368 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2011 | Feb 1, 2011 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0023774 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2008 | Feb 1, 2008 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0023774 | CARGO | Feb 1, 2008 | Feb 1, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | IMP 674-32-18 | CARGO | Feb 1, 2007 | Feb 1, 2007 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 466589 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2007 | Feb 1, 2007 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 440593 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2006 | Feb 1, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | IMP 674-32-16 | CARGO | Feb 1, 2005 | Feb 1, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | 2051664436 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2005 | Feb 1, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | IM06904412 | CARGO | Jan 26, 2005 | Jan 26, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | IM06904412 | CARGO | Feb 1, 2004 | Feb 1, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN382934 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2004 | Feb 1, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN382934 | CARGO | Feb 1, 2004 | Feb 1, 2004 |
| CANCEL | WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | AT650043-2 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2003 | Feb 1, 2003 |
| CANCEL | WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | AUC650018-2 | CARGO | Feb 1, 2003 | Feb 1, 2003 |
| CANCEL | WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | AUC650018-01 | CARGO | Feb 1, 2002 | Feb 1, 2002 |
| CANCEL | WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | AT650043-01 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2002 | Feb 1, 2002 |
| CANCEL | WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | AT650043 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2001 | Feb 1, 2001 |
| CANCEL | WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | AUC650018 | CARGO | Feb 1, 2001 | Feb 1, 2001 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 422739 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2000 | Feb 1, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION | AUC650018 | CARGO | Feb 1, 2000 | Feb 1, 2000 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 422739 | CARGO | Feb 1, 2000 | Feb 1, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | LUMBERMENS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 3AT 649 990 | CARGO | Feb 1, 1999 | Feb 1, 1999 |
| TERM/REPL | TWIN CITY FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | KS 0004053 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 1999 | Feb 1, 1999 |
| TERM/REPL | THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | I20162776 | CARGO | Feb 1, 1998 | Feb 1, 1998 |
| TRANSFER | THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | I20162776 | CARGO | Dec 21, 1997 | Dec 21, 1997 |
| TERM/CANCL | NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | ARN3065202 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 19, 1997 | Dec 19, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | ARN3065202 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 12, 1997 | Nov 12, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | TWIN CITY FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | KS 0004053 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 12, 1997 | Nov 12, 1997 |
| CANCEL | NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | ARN 306 52 02 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 29, 1997 | Sep 29, 1997 |
| CANCEL | NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | ARN 306-52 02 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 2, 1997 | Aug 2, 1997 |
| CANCEL | NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | ARN 306-52-02 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 30, 1997 | Jun 30, 1997 |
| CANCEL | NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | ARN 306 5202 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 22, 1997 | Mar 22, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | IO 75 78 01 5 | CARGO | Feb 1, 1997 | Feb 1, 1997 |
| CANCEL | NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | ARN 306 5202 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 1996 | Oct 31, 1996 |
| CANCEL | NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | ARN 306-52-02 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 15, 1996 | Jun 15, 1996 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN 013879 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 22, 1996 | Mar 22, 1996 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN 013879 | CARGO | Mar 22, 1996 | Mar 22, 1996 |
Authority Action History (25 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC222779 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 22, 2016 |
| MC222779 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 22, 2016 |
| MC222779 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 2, 2015 |
| MC222779 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 2, 2015 |
| MC222779 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 6, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 29, 2014 |
| MC222779 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 6, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 29, 2014 |
| MC222779 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 7, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 29, 2008 |
| MC222779 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 7, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 29, 2008 |
| MC222779 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 2, 2007 |
| MC222779 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 2, 2007 |
| MC222779 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 19, 2006 |
| MC222779 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 19, 2006 |
| MC222779 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 26, 1997 | — | Unknown |
| MC222779 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 26, 1997 | — | Unknown |
| MC222779 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 27, 1997 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 7, 1997 |
| MC222779 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 27, 1997 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 7, 1997 |
| MC222779 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 27, 1996 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC222779 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 27, 1996 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC222779 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 10, 1993 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC222779 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 10, 1993 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC222779 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 17, 1991 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC222779 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 17, 1991 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC222779 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 11, 1991 | TRANSFERRED | Nov 21, 1997 |
| MC222779 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 13, 1990 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC222779 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 13, 1990 | TRANSFERRED | Nov 21, 1997 |
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
2 states • 5 inspections
Violation Summary (3 violations from 5 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.104(f)(3) | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | 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 (5 inspections)
| Date | Report # | Station | State | Level | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2, 2025 | 86478309 | FAIR HAVEN SCALE HOUSE | VT | Level 3 | REIT SEMI-TRAILER | 0 | — | No |
| Jan 22, 2025 | 83690135 | COLCHESTER NB WS | VT | Level 2 | WSTR TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | 392.2-SLLEWG3 | No |
| Jan 16, 2025 | 83636395 | ORWELL | VT | Level 3 | WSTR TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | 392.2-SLLS3 | No |
| Oct 23, 2024 | 82988995 | BETHEL / STOCKBRIDGE LINE | VT | Level 2 | WSTR TRUCK TRACTOR | 0 | — | No |
| Apr 20, 2023 | 78410196 | H-LUDLOW | MA | Level 2 | RNTR SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 393.104(f)(3) | No |
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
1 crash record from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (1 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2004 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
48 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 48 events