Trimac Transportation recently acquired Valley Bulk, a dry bulk hauler based in Southern California.
Terms of the transaction, which closed in late 2024, were not disclosed.
The acquisition of the Victorville, California-based business is a pivotal step in aligning the strengths of both organizations to drive future growth and operational excellence, Trimac reported. The partnership enhances Trimac’s footprint in the competitive California bulk market, creating synergies that will increase efficiency, expand market reach, and bolster service offerings in the region.
“The acquisition of Valley Bulk is a natural fit for Trimac as both companies share core values of family, safety, and service,” Matt Faure. Trimac president and CEO, said in a news release. “By combining our strengths and aligning our cultures, we are better positioned to serve our customers with even greater efficiency and reliability.
“We look forward to the valuable contributions Valley Bulk’s team will bring to the Trimac Family.”
Valley Bulk provides services across Southern and Central California, Nevada, Arizona, and Utah. Founded in August 1995 by Jim Golson and son Jeff Golson, Valley Bulk started with two trucks primarily hauling clay in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Over the years, the Golson family grew Valley Bulk into a reputable and sizable operation, expanding its fleet to over 50 trucks and 90 trailers, and employing close to 70 people, including operations, dispatchers, and drivers.
“Joining forces with Trimac is a significant step forward for Valley Bulk,” said Jeff, president of Valley Bulk. “This partnership not only honors the legacy we’ve built but also ensures that our growth will continue under the Double Eagle brand. By aligning with Trimac’s values of family, safety, and service, we are confident that our team and customers will benefit greatly from this exciting new chapter.”
Valley Bulk specializes in hauling a wide range of materials, including cement, fly ash, aggregates, and non-hazardous liquids, using various trailers such as pneumatics and curtain-side flatbeds.
Operating under the closely located Double Eagle Transportation brand, Valley Bulk’s assets and team will contribute to one of the largest dry bulk carriers in California. This move leverages the expertise and resources of both companies, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and high-quality service delivery. Together, both will benefit from shared best practices, operational efficiencies, and an expanded customer base, Trimac said.
The Golson legacy in trucking is strong. Jim was a pioneer in the dry bulk industry. In 1979, he founded Iron Horse, a company that grew to more than 130 trucks with three terminals across the region before being sold in the early 1990s. Jeff will stay on to manage Valley Bulk operations with Trimac in the interim. As a third-generation leader in the Golson family, Jeff’s son Ryan Golson also will continue with Trimac, ensuring the values of family, dedication, and service remain at the forefront of this new chapter.