Every day, organizations across the less-than-truckload (LTL) industry face increasingly complex challenges.
Freight classification continues to evolve, digital transformation is accelerating, and cybersecurity and freight fraud threats are growing. Customers expect greater visibility, interoperability, and efficiency than ever before.
These aren’t challenges one organization can solve alone.
For nearly 70 years, the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc.® (NMFTA)® has brought carriers, shippers, logistics providers, and industry experts together to develop the standards, research, and collaboration that keep freight moving.
Membership is how your organization becomes part of that work.
Why NMFTA Exists
Unlike many associations, NMFTA isn’t built around lobbying or networking.
We’re a member-driven, standards development organization dedicated to improving the way freight moves across the LTL industry.
Our members work together to:
- Develop and maintain freight classification standards;
- Advance digital data standards and interoperability;
- Strengthen transportation cybersecurity;
- Combat freight fraud;
- Conduct trusted industry research; and
- Share expertise to solve emerging operational challenges.
Together, these initiatives help create a safer, smarter, and more efficient freight ecosystem.
Solving Industry Challenges, Together.
No matter where you operate within the LTL landscape, you’re navigating many of the same industry-wide challenges.
Freight Classification
Supporting consistent, reliable freight classification through the National Motor Freight Classification® (NMFC®).
Digital Transformation
Developing industry standards that improve system interoperability and supply chain efficiency.
Helping transportation organizations strengthen cyber resilience through research, education, tools, and collaboration.
Freight Fraud Prevention
Working alongside the industry to reduce fraud, improve verification, and share intelligence that protects the trucking industry and broader supply chain.
Economic & Industry Research
Providing trusted market intelligence that helps organizations make informed business decisions.
Creating opportunities for members to work together on the challenges that affect everyone.
Built for the Organizations That Keep Freight Moving
NMFTA membership brings together organizations from across the industry.
LTL Carriers
Collaborate on freight classification, digital standards, cybersecurity, and operational best practices.
Shippers
Stay connected to the standards, research, and industry initiatives shaping freight transportation.
3PLs & Logistics Providers
Engage with industry leaders to improve efficiency, interoperability, and supply chain performance.
Membership is More Than Access. It’s Participation.
Membership at NMFTA isn’t simply about receiving benefits.
It’s about contributing your organization’s expertise while learning from others who are solving the same challenges.
As an NMFTA member, your organization can:
- Participate in industry councils and working groups;
- Help shape future standards;
- Collaborate with transportation leaders;
- Access trusted research and educational resources;
- Stay connected to emerging industry trends; and
- Contribute to initiatives that benefit the entire freight network.
When the industry works together, everyone moves forward.
Not Every Member Journey Starts the Same Way
While most NMFTA members participate through their organization’s membership, some professionals can also engage directly through individual membership.
Individual membership is available for professionals participating in select communities, including the Standards for Cybersecurity in Transportation (SCIT) and the Digital Standards Development Council (DSDC).
Whether you’re representing an organization or participating as an individual contributor, you’ll have opportunities to collaborate with peers, share expertise, contribute to industry initiatives, and help advance the future of freight.
Two Ways to Get Involved
Organizational Membership
Designed for companies operating within the LTL industry. Employees across the organization can activate their membership and participate in NMFTA programs, councils, events, and resources.
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Professional Society (Individual Membership)
Available for SCIT and DSDC, for professionals who wish to contribute directly to these technical communities.
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Help Shape What’s Next for the LTL Industry
The future of freight depends on organizations willing to work together.
Through trusted standards, shared expertise, collaborative problem-solving, and industry leadership, NMFTA members are helping build a safer, smarter, and more connected transportation ecosystem.
Whether you’re considering membership for the first time or looking to become more involved, your next step starts here.