Schommer to lead CRST Malone

CRST International has appointed Jim Schommer as president of CRST Malone, its flatbed trailer operating subsidiary.

CRST Malone has more than 1,350 trucks, independent contractors and drivers. It is one of the largest flatbed carriers in the U.S. and has one of the largest fleets with removable side kit equipment providing weather

protection.

Schommer most recently served as vice president of operations for CRST Malone. He has more than 25 years of experience in the trucking industry, holding leadership roles of increasing responsibility at CRST for the past 13 years. He was previously with Heartland Express and Direct Transit.

“Jim's expansive knowledge of the trucking industry made him a natural fit for this position, CRST CEO Dave Rusch said. "His contributions to the growth and profitability of CRST Expedited gave us full confidence in his leadership abilities at CRST Malone. He will play a vital role as we continue to expand our flatbed market."

CRST International, based in Cedar Rapids, is the sixth-largest truckload carrier in the United States