Marten Transport reported a 6.5% increase in operating revenue to $217.2 million for Q4 2019, while net income remained consistent at $15.7 million, or 29 cents per diluted share. The company achieved record operating revenue and operating income for the year, driven by disciplined execution and fleet expansion.
Operating revenue increased by 6.5% to $217.2 million compared to Q4 2018.
Net income was $15.7 million, or 29 cents per diluted share, consistent with Q4 2018.
Operating income was $18.8 million, compared to $19.5 million for Q4 2018.
The company profitably grew the size of its fleet by 16.1% throughout 2019.
Marten Transport expects to continue expanding its capacity in 2020 and has a strong start with recent awards of new dedicated business with several customers for over 185 additional tractors starting in 2019’s fourth and 2020’s first quarters.
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