Ascend

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Truckload carrier Ascend announced the acquisition of Wisconsin-based Fuchs Trucking, a regional carrier with 96 trucks and 90 drivers. (Photo: Fuchs Trucking)

Ascend announced Tuesday that it is expanding its footprint with the acquisition of Dedicated Transportation Solutions.

Ascend is a new dry van regional middle-mile carrier offering driver pay in the $71,000 to $82,000 range annually.

Both companies share a common goal – giving small companies the leverage they need to play in the big leagues.