About Us

History

1980: Established in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the industrial heartland of the USA, Allegheny Trading Company, Inc. has grown to import and export in more than 30 countries. Founder and President, Thornton C. Schoch Jr.

From the beginning and still to this day, Allegheny Trading Company, Inc. has been all about service to customers in the Electro-Mechanical industry.

2019: Gregory B. Herrmann joined the company as Vice-President, Sales & Logistics.

Gregory brings a wealth of knowledge in the International market place after 20 years with Expeditors International of Washington, Inc., a Global Logistics Service Provider.

He has responsibility for coordinating and tracking our inbound and outbound freight. We customize an air, ocean or truck solution to meet the customers needs; keeping them apprised on a daily basis.

Mission Statement / Objective

Provide the highest quality service possible, always striving to go the extra mile to satisfy all customer requirements and demands. To anticipate customer needs with a proactive approach.

We provide a “ONE STOP SHOP” for our customers. We source from many vendors and consolidate shipments saving our customers time and money.

We never say “NO”. We always do our best to perform the service or find the right product for the customer!

Some of our past and current customers include:

Fujikura – Japan
Hyundai Electrical & Energy Systems – So. Korea
Seoul Metro Transit Authority – So. Korea
Bechtel – Chile
Fluor Daniel – Chile
MEA – Thailand
EGAT – Thailand
SCECO – Saudi Arabia
SUNCOR – Canada
BC Hydro – Canada
Ontario Hydro – Canada
Codelco – Chile
Endesa, Chilectra – Chile

We are proud to say we have built a loyal following of customers, many of whom have been with us for over 35 years! We gladly welcome you into our family.