Victorville, Calif.—Trimac announces the successful acquisition of Valley Bulk in Southern California, which officially closed in 2024.

The acquisition of the Victorville, Calif. dry bulk business is a pivotal step in aligning the strengths of both organizations to drive future growth and operational excellence. This 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. By integrating Valley Bulk’s well-established operations, Trimac is set to strengthen its presence in key geographic areas, particularly in the dry bulk transportation sector.

“The acquisition of Valley Bulk is a natural fit for Trimac, as both companies share core values of family, safety and service,” said Trimac President & CEO Matt Faure. “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 is a leading provider of dry bulk transportation 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 just 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, employing close to 70 people (including operations, dispatchers and drivers).

“Joining forces with Trimac is a significant step forward for Valley Bulk,” said Jeff Golson, President of Valley Bulk. “This partnership not only honours 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. Their strong commitment to customer relationships and operational excellence has earned them a stellar reputation in the industry.

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, ensuring a strong competitive position in the market.

The Golson legacy in trucking is strong. Jim was a true pioneer in the dry bulk industry. He previously founded Iron Horse in 1979, a company that grew to more than 130 trucks with three terminals across the region before being sold in the early 1990s. Jeff will be staying on to manage the Valley Bulk operations with Trimac in the interim. As a third-generation leader in the Golson family, Jeff’s son Ryan will also continue the trucking legacy with Trimac, ensuring that the values of family, dedication and service remain at the forefront of this new chapter. Ryan’s involvement symbolizes the continued commitment to the principles that have driven Valley Bulk’s success for nearly three decades.

As the acquisition has now been successfully completed, we want to extend a warm welcome to the Valley Bulk team as they become a part of the Trimac Family, carrying forward the legacy of the Golson family into a new era of success.

About Trimac
Trimac is an industry-leading bulk transportation company that provides a diverse range of transportation and logistics services across Canada and the United States. Founded in 1945 in Moose Jaw, Sask. and based in Calgary, Alta., Trimac has grown from a small family trucking company to one of the safest and most efficient transportation service companies in North America—with over 140 operating branches and unparalleled expertise in responding to service demands in critical bulk commodity sectors.