Whether you’re an less-than-truckload or long-haul motor carrier, shipper, logistics company, or industry stakeholder, National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc.® (NMFTA)® membership connects your organization to the people, standards, knowledge, and initiatives driving the industry forward.
Who Can Join NMFTA?
NMFTA membership is available to organizations across the freight transportation ecosystem. Whether you’re an LTL carrier, shipper, logistics company, or another industry stakeholder, there’s a membership pathway designed to help your organization engage with the standards, initiatives, and community shaping the future of freight transportation.
Use the guide below to see which membership options are available based on your organization type.
Membership Eligibility by Organization Type
| Company Type | LTL Carrier Access Member | LTL Carrier Engagement Member | Associate Member | NMFTA Cybersecurity Council | Digital Standards Development Council (DSDC) |
| LTL Carrier (Interstate and Intrastate) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Broker/3PL/4PL | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Shipper | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Freight Forwarder | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Government Traffic | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Water Carrier | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Truckload Carrier | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Tank Truck Carrier | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Intermodal | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Private Fleet | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Not sure where your organization fits?
Our Membership team can help determine the best membership option based on your organization’s role in the industry. We’re eager to chat with you.
Compare Membership Types
LTL Carrier Membership (Access/Engagement)
Ideal for interstate and intrastate LTL carriers seeking access to NMFTA standards, resources, and industry information.
Associate Membership
For organizations that support or participate in the freight industry, including 3PLs, 4PLs, brokers, logistics companies, shippers, freight forwarders, water carriers, truckload, and more.
Individual Council Membership – SCIT
Individual professionals may also participate through the Standards for Cybersecurity in Transportation™ (SCIT)™ Council.
Individual Council Membership – DSDC
Individual professionals may also participate through the Digital Standards Development Council® (DSDC)®.
How to Join
Step 1
See if your organization is already a member by entering your email.
Step 2
Complete Your Application
Step 3
Create your invoice and pay your dues.
Step 4
Activate and Participate
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can become an NMFTA member?
Organizations involved in or supporting the LTL freight industry may be eligible for membership. Individual memberships are also available for select councils.
How long does the application process take?
Applications are reviewed by our Membership team. Processing times vary depending on membership type.
Can multiple employees participate?
Yes. Organizational membership allows eligible employees to activate their membership and participate across NMFTA programs and councils.
What happens after approval?
You’ll receive onboarding instructions, access to member resources, and information about how to engage with councils, events, standards development, and additional opportunities.
Can I speak with someone before applying?
Absolutely.
Our Membership team is happy to discuss eligibility, membership options, and answer any questions.
What’s the difference between access vs engagement LTL Carrier membership?
Whether your organization is an access member or an engagement member is determined by the total gross LTL revenue amount you submitted when you last renewed your membership. Revenue under $5,000,000 is access membership. Engagement membership is total gross LTL revenue of $5,000,000.01 or greater.
Ready to Join NMFTA?
Become part of the community shaping the future of the freight industry.