About Eastern Freight Lines

Built From the Ground Up

Eastern Freight Lines began in 2020, during the pandemic, when founder Roemello David was laid off from his delivery job at Net-a-Porter and saw a growing need for dependable LTL freight shipping.

2020founded during the pandemic
NJPaterson-based freight carrier
LTLregional pickup and delivery focus
150mile service-radius planning

Our Story

Eastern Freight Lines was not started in a boardroom. It started in 2020, when the world was changing, freight demand was shifting, and Roemello David was forced to reset after being laid off from his delivery job at Net-a-Porter.

Instead of stepping away from transportation, he studied what shippers were struggling with: freight too large for parcel, too small for a full trailer, and too important to be handled casually. That need became the foundation for Eastern Freight Lines.

EFL has grown ever since by staying focused on the basics that matter to customers: answer the phone, understand the lane, protect the freight, communicate clearly, and deliver with accountability.

Why the Company Exists

EFL was built for shippers that need a practical regional carrier, not another vague logistics promise.

01

Freight Needed Attention

During the pandemic, businesses needed reliable ways to move commercial freight through changing supply chains and tighter delivery expectations.

02

LTL Had a Clear Need

Many shippers needed pallet freight moved professionally without paying for unused trailer space or losing visibility after pickup.

03

Service Had to Be Personal

EFL was built around direct communication, clear details, and regional freight service that feels accountable from quote to delivery.

What Shippers Can Expect

Our story matters because it shaped how we work: direct, careful, and customer-focused.

Regional LTL freight service from a Paterson, New Jersey based carrier operation
Pickup and delivery planning built around real dock hours, accessorials, and receiver requirements
Clear support for New Jersey, New York, New York City, Connecticut, Maryland, and nearby Northeast lanes
Shipment tools for rate quotes, transit planning, tracking, bills of lading, claims, and invoice support

How EFL Earns Trust

Trust is not decoration on a freight site. It is what keeps customers coming back when shipments matter.

01

We Ask for Details

Freight class, weight, pallets, dock hours, delivery contacts, and accessorials help us quote and plan the real shipment.

02

We Communicate

Pickup details, exception notes, delivery instructions, and proof-of-delivery expectations are part of the process.

03

We Stay Regional

Focused regional service helps EFL understand Northeast freight lanes, commercial receivers, and local delivery conditions.

From Layoff to LTL Carrier

The company grew from a hard moment into a freight operation with a clear purpose.

01

2020

Roemello David is laid off from his delivery job during the pandemic.

02

Need

He sees businesses needing dependable LTL shipping and regional freight support.

03

Build

Eastern Freight Lines begins serving shippers with practical pickup and delivery solutions.

04

Grow

EFL keeps growing by focusing on service, accountability, and freight done right.

About EFL FAQ

Quick answers for customers learning about Eastern Freight Lines.

When was Eastern Freight Lines started?

Eastern Freight Lines was started in 2020 during the pandemic.

Who founded Eastern Freight Lines?

Eastern Freight Lines was founded by Roemello David after he was laid off from his delivery job at Net-a-Porter.

What does EFL specialize in?

EFL focuses on regional LTL freight shipping, commercial pickup and delivery, and service-area coverage from Paterson, New Jersey.

Ship With a Carrier Built on Service

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