Mason Transport Solutions Line of Credit Growth

Augusta-based fleet operator secured $125K line of credit to expand operations and improve cash flow, achieving 40% revenue growth and adding 8 vehicles within 12 months.

James Mason, Founder & Fleet Operations Director of Mason Transport Solutions, LLC a transportation business in Augusta, Georgia standing confidently

Executive Summary

Mason Transport Solutions, a 12-year-old freight company in Augusta, Georgia, secured a $125,000 business line of credit to support rapid growth and stabilize working capital. The company used the funds strategically to expand its fleet, upgrade equipment, and capture new high-value contracts, resulting in 40% year-over-year revenue growth.

The Challenge

Seasonal cash flow fluctuations made it difficult to fund vehicle purchases and maintenance upfront
Growing client demand exceeded current fleet capacity, causing missed contract opportunities
Aging equipment required replacement to remain competitive and meet modern safety standards
Limited working capital reserves prevented the company from capturing peak season contracts

The Solution

Mason Transport Solutions approached a local lender seeking flexible financing that wouldn't burden the company with rigid monthly loan payments. A $125,000 revolving line of credit proved ideal—it provided immediate access to capital while maintaining the cash flow flexibility essential to the transportation industry's seasonal cycles.

The company deployed funds across three strategic initiatives: purchasing four new cargo vans and four box trucks ($72,000), upgrading GPS and fleet management software systems ($18,000), and maintaining a $35,000 operating reserve for fuel, maintenance, and seasonal payroll gaps. This balanced approach strengthened both the asset base and operational resilience, enabling the team to pursue larger contracts and improve service delivery timelines.

"The line of credit gave us the flexibility to seize new contracts without depleting reserves. We went from managing cash flow month-to-month to strategically investing in growth."
James Mason, Founder & Fleet Operations Director

The Outcome

Revenue increased 40% within 12 months, from $840K to $1.18M, driven by new contract acquisitions and improved delivery capacity
Fleet expanded from 9 to 17 vehicles, enabling the company to handle 35% more daily shipments and enter new service markets
Operating margin improved 6 percentage points through better route optimization and reduced equipment downtime via preventive maintenance

Conclusion

The $125,000 line of credit removed the capital constraints that had limited Mason Transport Solutions' growth trajectory. By maintaining flexibility rather than taking on fixed debt obligations, the company could respond dynamically to market opportunities while protecting cash reserves for emergencies.

Looking Forward

Mason Transport Solutions plans to utilize the remaining line of credit to hire two additional dispatch coordinators and implement real-time customer tracking software by Q3. The company is now positioned to compete for enterprise-level logistics contracts and expand service coverage to neighboring counties within the next 18 months.