The Buffalo Group of Companies Ltd
The Buffalo Group of Companies Ltd (USDOT 2845817) runs 35 power units and 35 drivers based in Indianapolis, IN, with active operating authority as a motor carrier of property under MC-954120. The earliest grant on file is from October 2017, 9 years ago. $750,000 of liability coverage is on file with Emerald Bay Specialty Insurance Company. 1 other active carrier lists the same physical address.
Operating authority
| Docket | Authority | Status | Insurance required | On file |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC-954120 | Motor carrier of property | Active | $750,000 liability | $750,000 liability |
Earliest grant on file: Oct 27, 2017 (9 years ago).
Insurance and bonds on file
| Type | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Cancellation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liability (BIPD) · form 91X | Emerald Bay Specialty Insurance Company | $750,000 | Jun 19, 2025 | — |
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Authority history
| Date | Docket | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 2025 | MC-954120 | Reinstated · motor carrier of property |
| Jun 24, 2025 | MC-954120 | Reinstated · motor carrier of property |
| Dec 30, 2024 | MC-954120 | Revoked · motor carrier of property |
| May 19, 2021 | MC-954120 | Discontinued revocation · common carrier |
| Apr 9, 2021 | MC-954120 | Involuntary revocation · common carrier |
| Nov 30, 2018 | MC-954120 | Discontinued revocation · common carrier |
| Nov 5, 2018 | MC-954120 | Involuntary revocation · common carrier |
| Oct 27, 2017 | MC-954120 | Granted · motor carrier of property |
| Mar 16, 2016 | MC-954120 | Dismissed · motor carrier of property |
Revocations
| Docket | Authority | Order served | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|
| MC-954120 | Common | Nov 25, 2024 | Dec 30, 2024 · involuntary revocation |
Registration
| USDOT number | 2845817 |
|---|---|
| USDOT status | Active |
| MC number | MC-954120 |
| Legal name | The Buffalo Group of Companies Ltd |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Classification | Private property, Authorized for hire |
| Location | Indianapolis, Indiana 46225 |
| USDOT added | Feb 6, 2016 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Oct 8, 2026 |
| Safety rating | Not rated |
Fleet
| Power units | 35 |
|---|---|
| Trucks | 35 |
| Drivers | 35 · 22 with a CDL |
| Annual miles | 258,457 · 2025 |
Cargo carried
General freight, Household goods, Fresh produce, Intermodal containers, Meat, Commodities dry bulk, Refrigerated food, Beverages, Paper products, general freight
Other records
- 1 other active carrier lists the same physical address. Shared addresses are common for fleets, terminals and filing agents; they are one input to a vetting decision, not a finding.
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Data as of Nov 13, 2026. Sources
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