As a leading freight transportation and bulk water delivery provider based out of southeast Michigan, our family-owned and operated business is driven by the core values of quality, safety and professionalism. Founded by Pat Rinke in the 1970s, the business is now operated by the husband and wife team of Nick and Rebecca Rinke. With a dedicated team and 24/7 dispatch service, Blue Water Trucking continues to operate with high standards and integrity.
Blue Water Trucking was officially founded in 1977 when Pat Rinke purchased his first truck and began delivering water for swimming pools. Over the years, Pat expanded his services, hauling steel, grain and even Christmas trees throughout southeast Michigan and the Midwest.
As Blue Water Trucking grew, so did its list of partners and clients. One of the biggest relationships was forged in 1990 when Blue Water began working with the Ford Motor Company. Since then, Blue Water has worked to haul general commodity and automotive freight for Ford, Stellantis, and Tier I and II automotive suppliers. We now boast a full fleet for automotive freight and more.
Nick Rinke began as a driver, then dispatcher and eventually moved into a logistics coordinator role. Following his father's retirement, he became the sole owner of Blue Water Trucking, carrying with him many of the values his father established the company on. Along with his wife, Rebecca, the Rinke family continues to operate Blue Water Trucking with high integrity. The company invests in modern equipment and software to streamline efficiencies and continue to move the business forward.
Blue Water Trucking leads the way in efficient and sustainable asset transportation as a proud SmartWay Transport Partner. By leveraging SmartWay’s tools to measure, benchmark and enhance freight delivery, we’re driving progress in sustainable supply chains and delivering smarter solutions every mile of the way.
Our fully staffed team is ready to support your every need. From HR to Operations and Safety, our most valuable asset is our people.
Our team works hard to keep everything moving, from our drivers and dispatchers to our mechanics and office personnel.
Want to learn more about Blue Water Trucking and the experience we provide? Hear it straight from our customers who use it for bulk water delivery and freight services.
Mike was very friendly was on top of his game. Hope to see him next year.
Accommodated my schedule and did a great job. Mike King was our guy, very professional and friendly. He also took the time to give us all the water in the hose after the truck was emptied, about 100 more gallons. First time I’ve ever seen a water delivery guy do that. In my opinion, he went above and beyond!! It’s 90 degrees and sunny and he’s sweating his butt off for us. Much appreciation!!
Thank you to Blue Water for getting us quick relief from this heat! The scheduling is always so pleasant and helpful! Thanks to Mike for a easy delivery and positive attitude on this HOT day! We can always count on Blue Water!
Thanks to Mike for filling our pool today! Appreciate how professional, courteous and very helpful you were. Definitely recommend you guys and look forward to working with you again.
I had a great experience with Blue water trucking. They showed up when promised and our pool was filled in just a few minutes. Mike was also very friendly and professional.
Nick Rinke and his family are a great example of how to run a successful trucking company. Hard work, customer service, and leadership. Kudos to the entire Blue Water team for 40 years!
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