About Us

Setting the Standard for Petroleum Transport

At Coastal Carriers, we’re not just in the business of fuel delivery – we’re in the business of reliability. We deliver energy products that keep communities running, businesses operating, and fleets on the road. Coastal Carriers was built on a few simple values: show up on time, do it right, and look out for the team beside you. That mindset drives how we operate our company, how we train our drivers, and how we treat our people. We don’t forget that our name is on every truck. When our drivers roll out, they carry more than fuel, they carry the Coastal standard.

About Coastal

Humble Beginnings

Coastal Carriers was founded in 2004 with just one tractor and three tank trailers. We noticed the need for a carrier who was focused on optimization and elevating the industry standard, and we decided to do just that. From day one, the focus was clear: run a tight operation, treat drivers with respect, and deliver consistently – no excuses.

Today, Coastal has grown to service customers across Connecticut, southern New England, and New York. We operate out of terminals in Ansonia, Bloomfield, and Newburgh, NY, strategically positioned near key loading terminals to keep routes efficient and deliveries on schedule.

Because at Coastal, safe and efficient service isn’t just what we do – it’s who we are. 

Our Mission & Values

At Coastal Carriers, our mission goes beyond hauling fuel. We believe it’s about building trust, delivering on our word, and empowering our team to reach their full potential. At Coastal, drivers come first, simply because nothing moves without them. Our drivers, dispatchers, and maintenance teams work as one unit, holding each other to high standards and backing each other up when it counts. We invest in training, safety, and equipment from day one so our people can focus on doing their jobs well and getting home safely. For our customers, that means dependable service and peace of mind. For our drivers, it means steady work, clear expectations, and a company that respects the role they play.

Our Fleet

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Our Home Base

Headquartered in Ansonia, with terminals in Bloomfield CT & Newburgh NY, Coastal Carriers is strategically positioned to serve customers across Connecticut, southern New England, and the Hudson Valley. Our locations are close to key loading terminals allowing us to deliver faster, and keep every route optimized for our drivers and clients alike



Behind the scenes, our in-house maintenance facility and dedicated mechanics ensure our fleet is operating at peak performance day and night. Regular inspections, proactive service, and 24/7 support mean fewer delays, safer roads, and drivers who can count on equipment they trust.

Simply put, we don’t wait for things to go wrong to react – we stay ahead, so our people and our partners never fall behind

Our Leadership

John Pruchnicki

President & Managing Partner

Donald Schmidt

Partner

Hugh Plunkett

General Manager

Lisa Plasky

Risk Mitigation

Kimberly Pruchnicki

Accounting

Melodie Blanchard

Dispatch Manager

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