16
32 JULY/AUGUST 2012 FOOD LOGISTICS www.foodlogistics.com T he food and beverage industry relies heavily on the expertise and services of third- party logistics providers and cold storage operators. This relationship has become even more important in recent years as the marketplace has grown increasingly com- petitive and fast-paced. The supply chain has therefore truly emerged as a differentia- tor for many in our industry. For the seventh consecutive year, Food Logistics is proud to present an admirable list of companies who are excellent performers in their field. Their range of services, capabilities, and assets go a long way in supporting the demands of today’s food and beverage industry. THE TOP 100 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012 Our annual list of the leading third-party logistics providers and cold storage operators in the food and beverage industry. SPECIAL REPORT By EDITORIAL STAFF

Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

Embed Size (px)

DESCRIPTION

Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

Citation preview

Page 1: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

32 JULY/AUGUST 2012 • FOOD LOGISTICS www.foodlogistics.com

The food and beverage industry relies heavily on the expertise and services of third-party logistics providers and cold storage operators. This relationship has become even more important in recent years as the marketplace has grown increasingly com-petitive and fast-paced. The supply chain has therefore truly emerged as a differentia-tor for many in our industry.

For the seventh consecutive year, Food Logistics is proud to present an admirable list of companies who are excellent performers in their field. Their range of services, capabilities, and assets go a long way in supporting the demands of today’s food and beverage industry.

THE TOP 100 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

Our annual list of the leading third-party logistics providers and cold storage operators in the food and beverage industry.

S P E C I A L R E P O R T

B y E D I T O R I A L S T A F F

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 32 8/6/12 10:13 AM

Page 2: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

www.foodlogistics.com FOOD LOGISTICS • JULY/AUGUST 2012 33

A. N. Deringer, Inc., Saint Albans, VTWeb site: www.anderinger.comYear founded: 1919Number of employees: 425Area(s) served: InternationalAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: Deringer consistently boasts a 99

percent or higher compliance rate and nearly 50 percent of Deringer staff are licensed as Customs brokers or hold other certifications.

Allen Lund Company, La Canada, CAWeb site: www.allenlund.comYear founded: 1976Number of employees: 335Area(s) served: North America; InternationalAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: Allen Lund Company is a family-owned

business, the 2010 NASTC Best Broker and the 2011 TIA Samaritan Award for community service.

AM Transport Services, Inc., Olney, ILWeb site: www.amtransportonline.comYear founded: 1990Number of employees: 25Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: AM Transport has been around for 22

years and has been a member of TIA since 1993. We have 15 of our 25 employees that are CTB’s.

American Cold Storage, Tulsa, OKWeb site: www.americancold.comYear founded: 2000Number of employees: 23Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: We strive to provide personalized

service and to exceed our customer’s expectations.

Ammex Services, San Diego, CAWeb site: www.ammexservices.comYear founded: 1997Number of employees: 30Area(s) served: Regional; InternationalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Ammex Services is the leading food

wholesaler and exporter in Southern California. It is also a USDA approved exporting plant offering a consolidated streamline for exporting foods. Freight pickup arrangement - Dock services - Cold Storage - USDA export certification services - Importing Services - SAGARPA verification in personal establishment in sister company in Mexico - Warehousing in Mexico and Complete distribution fleet in Mexico (approximately 100 vehicles).

APL Logistics, Scottsdale, AZWeb site: www.apllogistics.comYear founded: 1974Number of employees: 4,500

Area(s) served: Global (Americas, Europe, Asia, Middle East)Asset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: APL Logistics offers global, integrated

supply chain solutions. In North America, our network includes 15+ million square feet of warehouse space, and relationships with Class I railroads and national and regional FTL and LTL carriers.

ArrowStream, Chicago, ILWeb site: www.arrowstream.comYear founded: 2000Number of employees: 72Area(s) served: National

THE TOP 100

DSW DISTRIBUTION CENTERS, INC.A Thayer Group Company

8858 Rochester AvenueRancho Cucamonga, CA 91730Mailing: P.O. Box 1269, RC, CA 91729-1269Phone: (909) 483-5841, Ext. 117Fax: (909) 483-1792www.dswdist.com • [email protected]

AT DSW, WE’VEEARNED THE TRUSTOF MANY...BECAUSE WE HAVE MADE THE COMMITMENT TO APPRECIATE THE NEED FOR FLEXIBILITY, COST-EFFICIENCY AND SUPERIOR QUALITY CUSTOMER SERVICE.• Over 3 Million Cubic Feet of Racked

Multi-Temperature Controlled Space Located in the Distribution Hub of Southern California.

• Alcoholic Beverages, Confections, Refrigerated Juices & Smoothies, Juice, Co-Packer Raw Materials, Dairy-Deli Products, Film, Yogurt, Pharmaceuticals, Industrial and Baking Food Products, Food Service and General Grocery Items.

• Organic & Natural Food Products

• Flexibility, Cost-Efficiency and Superior Quality Customer Service.

• In-House Modern Fleet of Refrigerated Transportation Equipment, Freight Consolidation

• Wide Array of Value-Added Services Total Logistics Management

• Complete Product Monitoring with 24/7 On-Line Access. EDI, CSV,

FTP, XLS

• Food-Pharma Clean Room

• All-Inclusive Rate Structure

• State Board of Pharmacy Licenses

• Wholesale Drug Permits

• Alcoholic Beverage Licenses, 14/17

@P

hoto

s.com

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 33 8/6/12 10:13 AM

Page 3: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

34 JULY/AUGUST 2012 • FOOD LOGISTICS www.foodlogistics.com

Asset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: What makes us different from other

3PLs is the technology behind our services and the results we are able to achieve because of our technology.

Aspen Logistics, Inc., Temecula, CAWeb site: www.aspenlogistics.comYear founded: 1978Number of employees: 400Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Aspen has been providing logistics

solutions for over 30 years. We provide a competitive advantage through our excellence-to-execution. Our values ensure a focus on building relationships that are customer-centric.

Atlanta Bonded Warehouse Corporation, Kennesaw, GA

Web site: www.atlantabonded.comYear founded: 1948Number of employees: 450-600Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Atlanta Bonded Warehouse boasts

public and contract food-grade, temperature-controlled distribution services, award-winning facilities, and an excellent safety record. With our in-house carrier service and extensive network of interline partners, ABW is the only provider you need for your asset-based logistics needs in the Southeast U.S.

BM2 Freight Services, Inc., Cold Spring, KYWeb site: www.bm2freight.comYear founded: 2008Number of employees: 18Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: Cold Spring, KY-based BM2 Freight

Services, Inc. are members of the TIA, the NITL, the PMA, the Blue Book and the BBB. Also SmartWay certified by the DOE.

Bolingbrook Cold Storage, LCC, Bolingbrook, IL

Web site: www.bolingbrookcoldstorage.comYear founded: 2010Number of employees: 20Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Modern, fully racked facility with

22,000+ pallet positions, RF bar coding, EDI, refrigerated docks protect product and expedited turn times.

THE TOP 100@

Pho

tos.co

m

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 34 8/6/12 10:13 AM

Page 4: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

36 JULY/AUGUST 2012 • FOOD LOGISTICS www.foodlogistics.com

Burris Logistics, Milford, DEWeb site: www.burrislogistics.comYear founded: 1925Number of employees: 1,700Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Since 1925, the Burris family business

has expanded and evolved. Today, national retailers like BJ’s Wholesale Club turn to us for custom supply chain solutions. We’re one of the largest and most sophisticated controlled-temperature food distribution operations in the nation.

C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc., Eden Prairie, MN

Web site: www.chrobinson.comYear founded: 1905Number of employees: 8,491Area(s) served: WorldwideAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: Listed on the FORTUNE 500 since 2002,

listed on FORTUNE’s Most Admired Companies since 2000, handled 10 million shipments in 2011 and named a “Best Place to Work” since 2006.

Capstone Logistics, LLC, Norcross, GAWeb site: www.capstonelogistics.comYear founded: 1986Number of employees: 6,000Area(s) served: National

Asset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: Capstone Logistics was recently

awarded the Supplier of the Year award from TopSource, and shared the Reverse Logistics Collaboration Award with Delhaize America and Innovative Returns Concepts at the Unsaleables Conference.

Cardinal Logistics Management Corporation, Concord, NC

Web site: www.cardlog.comYear founded: 1997Number of employees: 2,000

Area(s) served: National (U.S. and Puerto Rico)Asset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Cardinal manages multi-temp shipments

and incorporates vendor freight without increasing fixed assets by engineering a dedicated fleet operation. Cardinal’s refrigeration tracking technology’s alert management and reporting capabilities can be remotely monitored.

THE TOP 100

Optimized, Sustainable Supply Chains from Source to ConsumptionFrom the Food & Beverage Supply Chain Experts

• Strategy & Operations Consulting

• Technology Justification, Selection and Implementation• Microsoft Dynamics® AX ERP

• Transportation Consulting

• IT Consulting

Contact Us Today! 877-684-7700 www.envistacorp.com

@P

hoto

s.com

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 36 8/6/12 10:13 AM

Page 5: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

38 JULY/AUGUST 2012 • FOOD LOGISTICS www.foodlogistics.com

CaseStack, Santa Monica, CAWeb site: www.casestack.comYear founded: 1999Number of employees: 150Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: Thousands of suppliers turn to

CaseStack for innovative consolidation programs, efficient warehousing systems and streamlined transportation management, all of which are centered on our proprietary real-time inventory and order technology. Our customers reap the cost savings and achieve the performance levels of their larger competitors without the investment costs.

Classic Transportation & Warehousing, Grand Rapids, MI

Web site: www.classictransportation.comYear founded: 1988Number of employees: 70Area(s) served: Regional; InternationalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Classic is customs bonded and C-TPAT

certified. We have the tradition of being one of the most efficient third party warehouse providers in the industry.

Cloverleaf Cold Storage, Sioux City, IAWeb site: www.cloverleaf.comYear founded: 1952

Number of employees: N/AArea(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Cloverleaf Cold Storage is a family

owned and operated company that has been dedicated to service for over 60 years.

Columbian Logistics Network, Grand Rapids, MI

Web site: www.columbianlogistics.comYear founded: 1896Number of employees: 265Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Recognized in the Food Logistics

Magazine Top 100 and Inbound Logistics Top 100 in 2011. We are the only SQF Certified 3PL in Michigan.

Conestoga Cold Storage, Kitchener, ON, Canada

Web site: www.coldstorage.comYear founded: 1974Number of employees: 250Area(s) served: Canada and U.S.Asset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Selected as one of Canada’s 50 Best

Managed Companies, Conestoga Cold Storage is a leading provider of temperature controlled storage and distribution in Canada.

DB Schenker, Freeport, NYWeb site: www.dbschenker.comYear founded: 1945Number of employees: 6,000+Area(s) served: InternationalAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: DB Schenker’s global network is geared

towards customer service, quality, and sustainability.

Air C

argo

Bulk

Cust

oms

Brok

erag

eDe

dica

ted

Cont

ract

Car

riage

Flee

t Lea

sing

Frei

ght F

orw

ardi

ngIn

term

odal

LTL

Mul

ti-ve

ndor

Con

solid

atio

nOc

ean

Rail

Refr

iger

ated

Tru

ckin

gTr

uckl

oad

Othe

r

Cros

s Do

ckin

gFu

lfillm

ent

Inve

ntor

y/Co

st A

ccou

ntin

gM

ulti-

vend

or C

onso

lidat

ion

Pick

/Pac

k As

sem

bly

Publ

ic R

ef. W

hse.

Reve

rse

Logi

stic

sSi

te S

elec

tion/

Ec o

n De

vSt

ore

Supp

ort

Vend

or M

anag

ed In

vent

ory

War

ehou

sing

/Dis

t. M

gmt.

Othe

r

3PL SERVICES COLD STORAGE

1. A. N. Deringer, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

2. Allen Lund Company X X X X X X X

3. AM Transport Services, Inc. X X X X X

4. American Cold Storage X X X X X

5. Ammex Services X X X X X X X X X X X X

6. APL Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

7. ArrowStream X X X X

8. Aspen Logistics, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

9. Atlanta Bonded Warehouse Corp. X X X X X X X X X X

10. BM2 Freight Services, Inc. X X X X X X X

11. Bolingbrook Cold Storage, LLC X X X X X X X X X

12. Burris Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X

13. C. H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

14. Capstone Logistics, LLC X X X X X X X X

15. Cardinal Logistics Management Corp. X X X X X X X X X X

16. CaseStack X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

17. Classic Transportation & Warehousing X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

18. Cloverleaf Cold Storage X X X X X X X

19. Columbian Logistics Network X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

20. Conestoga Cold Storage X X X X X X X X X X X

21. DB Schenker X X X X X X X X X X X

22. Derstine’s Inc/EZ3PL X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

23. DSC Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

24. DSW Distribution Centers, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

25. Dura Freight, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

@P

hoto

s.com

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 38 8/6/12 10:13 AM

Page 6: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

40 JULY/AUGUST 2012 • FOOD LOGISTICS www.foodlogistics.com

Air C

argo

Bulk

Cust

oms

Brok

erag

eDe

dica

ted

Cont

ract

Car

riage

Flee

t Lea

sing

Frei

ght F

orw

ardi

ngIn

term

odal

LTL

Mul

ti-ve

ndor

Con

solid

atio

nOc

ean

Rail

Refr

iger

ated

Tru

ckin

gTr

uckl

oad

Othe

r

Cros

s Do

ckin

gFu

lfillm

ent

Inve

ntor

y/Co

st A

ccou

ntin

gM

ulti-

vend

or C

onso

lidat

ion

Pick

/Pac

k As

sem

bly

Publ

ic R

ef. W

hse.

Reve

rse

Logi

stic

sSi

te S

elec

tion/

Ec o

n De

vSt

ore

Supp

ort

Vend

or M

anag

ed In

vent

ory

War

ehou

sing

/Dis

t. M

gmt.

Othe

r

3PL SERVICES COLD STORAGE

Derstine’s Inc/EZ3PL, Sellersville, PAWeb site: www.derstines.com; www.ez3plonline.comYear founded: 1983Number of employees: 60Area(s) served: Regional; InternationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Derstine’s, Inc./EZ3PL was listed in INC

magazine in 2008,2009, and 2010 as one of the fastest growing companies in the USA.

DSC Logistics, Des Plaines, ILWeb site: www.dsclogistics.comYear founded: 1960Number of employees: 2,300Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: With over 50 years experience in the

food and CPG industries, DSC has the business acumen, operational leadership, capabilities and culture required to integrate and align network partners, supply chain functions, technologies and processes with customer business goals. DSC is a certified woman-owned business, and is named annually as a Top 3PL and Top Green Supply Chain Partner by multiple trade journals.

DSW Distribution Centers, Inc., Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Web site: www.dswdist.comYear founded: 1973Number of employees: 50Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: DSW is recognized as an industry leader

with specialized licenses, multi-temp storage, and extreme value-added services. Provides: cGMP Bio-Pharma, Organic, Clean-Room and Fulfillment Programs.

Dura Freight, Inc., Walnut, CAWeb site: www.durafreight.comYear founded: 1972Number of employees: 250Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Dura Freight, celebrating its 40th

anniversary this year, is proud to say it still has its very first customer all these years later. That speaks volumes about our organization and our people.

Echo Global Logistics, Chicago, ILWeb site: www.echo.comYear founded: 2005Number of employees: 1,200Area(s) served: InternationalAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: With the goal of achieving greater

market share and gaining attention for their growth, Echo plans to effectively stand out in the crowd thanks to its utilization of the latest in technology.

England Logistics, Salt Lake City, UTWeb site: www.englandlogistics.comYear founded: 1997Number of employees: 322Area(s) served: North America; InternationalAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: England Logistics is an innovative

26. Echo Global Logistics X X X X X X X X X X

27. England Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X X X

28. FAC Logistics X X X X X X X X X X

29. Flagship Logistics (formerly Sataria 3PL) X X X X

30. FRIOPUERTO X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

31. FST Logistics X X X X X X X X X X

32. Great Rate Quote – DBA, US Perishables X X X

33. H & M Bay, Inc. X X X X X X X X

34. Hall’s Warehouse Corp. X X X X X X X X X X X X X

35. Hanover Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

36. HCI Logistics X X X X X X X

37. Hellmann Perishable Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

38. Henningsen Cold Storage Co. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

39. Hermann Services, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

40. Inmar X X X X X

41. Interstate Transport X X X

42. J. B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. X X X X X X X X

43. Jacobson Companies X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

44. Jameson Logistics X X X X X X X X X

45. Jarrett Logistics Systems X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

46. Johanson Transportation Service X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

47. Kane Is Able X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

48. Kenco Logistic Services X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

49. KTI, Ltd. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

50. Lily Transportation Corp. X X X X X X X X X X X X

@P

hoto

s.com

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 40 8/6/12 10:13 AM

Page 7: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

42 JULY/AUGUST 2012 • FOOD LOGISTICS www.foodlogistics.com

3PL offering a complete line of transportation services all in-house. We are also involved in a project to help companies take advantage of the new FTA with Columbia and will be doing some of the first moves of refrigerated food products.

FAC Logistics, Rocky Mount, NCWeb site: www.faclogistics.comYear founded: 1985Number of employees: 100+Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: FAC Food Logistics is a leading

edge transportation and logistics company. Through our innovative systems and processes FAC has saved our customer millions through mode shift and other transportation/logistics solutions.

Flagship Logistics (formerly Sataria 3PL), Indianapolis, IN

Web site: www.satariagroup.comYear founded: 1991Number of employees: 25Area(s) served: National; CanadaAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: By aligning distribution and transporta-

tion management operations, we deliver logistic efficien-cies that save you time, money, and provide peace of mind.

FRIOPUERTO, Valencia, SpainWeb site: www.friopuerto.comYear founded: 2003

Number of employees: 15Area(s) served: International (Spain, Portugal, West

Mediterranean)Asset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Only port-area reefer warehouse in the

West Mediterranean, serving Spain & Portugal and hub for Morocco, Algeria & Tunisia. As a bonded warehouse, we help international customers with complex tax schemes like inward processing relief among others.

FST Logistics, Columbus, OHWeb site: www.fstlogistics.comYear founded: 1991Number of employees: 240Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: We have provided over 20 years

of unsurpassed customer service in the temperature controlled industry, offering flexible full-service logistics services. We have been recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in our area for 2011 and also recognized as a “Top Green/Sustainability” Provider for the past two years.

Great Rate Quote – DBA, US Perishables, Oakland, CA

Web site: www.usperishables.comYear founded: 2009Number of employees: 12Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: USP provides cost-effective logistic

solutions for small to medium-sized perishable food manufacturers so they are better able to balance the challenges of production schedules, inventory management, refrigerated trucks and storage limitations, and just-in-time supply chain requirements.

H & M Bay, Inc., Federalsburg, MDWeb site: www.hmbayinc.comYear founded: 1982Number of employees: 150Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: H & M Bay Inc. is a premier freight

logistics provider of frozen and refrigerated commodity shipments.

Hall’s Warehouse, South Plainfield, NJWeb site: www.hallscorp.comYear founded: 1965Number of employees: 340Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Hall’s Warehouse Corp. is a family

owned and operated 3PL. Hall’s is also the only “Green” 3PL with over 3.2 mW of Solar energy and carbon footprint initiatives.

Hanover Logistics, Hanover, PAWeb site: www.hanoverlogistics.comYear founded: 1956Number of employees: 100Area(s) served: Regional

THE TOP 100

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 42 8/6/12 10:13 AM

Page 8: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

44 JULY/AUGUST 2012 • FOOD LOGISTICS www.foodlogistics.com

Asset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Our trucking division is celebrating

its 80th year in business (1932-2012). We are also integrating a new WMS system into our warehousing operation allowing use of RF technology.

HCI Logistics, Elkhorn, NEWeb site: www.hcilogistics.comYear founded: 2006Number of employees: 5Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: We are minority owned by the

Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska.

Hellmann Perishable Logistics, Osnabrueck, Germany

Web site: www.hellmann.netYear founded: 1871Number of employees: 10,000Area(s) served: InternationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Hellmann’s ever-expanding network is

currently active in 157 countries worldwide.

Henningsen Cold Storage Co., Hillsboro, ORWeb site: www.henningsen.comYear founded: 1923Number of employees: 225Area(s) served: National; InternationalAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: Reliability. Service. Quality. Commitment.

These timeless concepts have been our hallmark since 1923. At Henningsen Cold Storage we believe there is more to quality warehousing than just four walls.

Hermann Services, Inc., Dayton, NJWeb site: www.hermanntds.comYear founded: 1927Number of employees: 375Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Our Company is a family owned

business and has about 85 years of supply chain experience. We take pride in building long-term customer relationships and the ability to offer tailored, comprehensive logistics solutions.

Inmar, Winston-Salem, NCWeb site: www.inmar.comYear founded: 1980Number of employees: 4,200Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Inmar connects trading partners through

consulting, software services and operations. Our solutions improve: quality, efficiency and collaboration in supply chain, consumer marketing, business intelligence, financial settlement and risk management.

Interstate Transport, St. Petersburg, FLWeb site: www.interstate-transport.comYear founded: 2002Number of employees: 61Area(s) served: National

Air C

argo

Bulk

Cust

oms

Brok

erag

eDe

dica

ted

Cont

ract

Car

riage

Flee

t Lea

sing

Frei

ght F

orw

ardi

ngIn

term

odal

LTL

Mul

ti-ve

ndor

Con

solid

atio

nOc

ean

Rail

Refr

iger

ated

Tru

ckin

gTr

uckl

oad

Othe

r

Cros

s Do

ckin

gFu

lfillm

ent

Inve

ntor

y/Co

st A

ccou

ntin

gM

ulti-

vend

or C

onso

lidat

ion

Pick

/Pac

k As

sem

bly

Publ

ic R

ef. W

hse.

Reve

rse

Logi

stic

sSi

te S

elec

tion/

Ec o

n De

vSt

ore

Supp

ort

Vend

or M

anag

ed In

vent

ory

War

ehou

sing

/Dis

t. M

gmt.

Othe

r

3PL SERVICES COLD STORAGE

51. Lineage Logistics X X X X X X X X X X

52. LMTS X X X X X X X X X

53. Matson Logistics, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

54. Menlo Worldwide Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

55. Metro Park Warehouses X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

56. MHW Group (Cryo-Trans) X X X X X X X X

57. Midwest Refrigerated Services X X X X X X X X X X X X X

58. Millard X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

59. Murphy Warehouse Company X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

60. Newport-St. Paul Cold Storage Co. X X X X X X X X X X

61. Next Generation Logistics, Inc. X X X X X X

62. NFI Industries X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

63. Nor-Am Cold Storage X X X X X X X X X

64. Nordic Cold Storage, LLC X X X X X X

65. ODW Logistics, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X X X X

66. Pacer X X X X X X X X X

67. Palos Garza X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

68. Pioneer Cold, Inc. X X X X X

69. Preferred Freezer Services X X X X X X X X X X X X

70. RE Transportation, Inc. X X X X X X X X X

71. Ristow Logistics X X X X X X

72. RLS Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

73. RMX Global Logistics X X X X X X X X

74. RTL Services, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X

75. Ruan Transportation X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

@P

hoto

s.com

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 44 8/6/12 10:13 AM

Page 9: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

46 JULY/AUGUST 2012 • FOOD LOGISTICS www.foodlogistics.com

Asset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Temperature-controlled, time-sensitive

freight, dry and flatbed 3PL and asset-based transportation for the country’s largest shippers in the foodservice, res-taurant, grocery, retail, big-box, and construction industries.

J. B. Hunt Transport Services, Lowell, ARWeb site: www.jbhunt.comYear founded: 1961Number of employees: 15,631Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.

focuses on providing safe and reliable transportation services to a diverse group of customers throughout the continental United States, Canada and Mexico. Utilizing an integrated, multimodal approach, the company provides capacity-oriented solutions centered on delivering customer value and industry-leading service.

Jacobson Companies, Des Moines, IAWeb site: www.jacobsonco.comYear founded: 1968Number of employees: 7,000Area(s) served: InternationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Our strategy and service philosophy

offers flexibility, trust and collaboration with our clients. We provide creative and technology-forward logistics solutions to the food and beverage and consumer packaged goods industries.

Jameson Logistics, Elfers, FLWeb site: www.jamesonlogistics.comYear founded: 1989Number of employees: 8Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: We have the experience, knowledge and

technology to control systems that efficiently place your product in your customers’ hands, on time and in the best possible condition. We become an extension of your traffic

department and do whatever it takes to meet and exceed your customers’ expectations.

Jarrett Logistics Systems, Orrville, OHWeb site: www.jarrettlogistics.comYear founded: 1999Number of employees: 65Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: Jarrett Logistics Systems in cooperation

with JM Smucker’s acquiring of the coffee & tea division of Sara Lee, has worked to consolidate co-manufacturing, vendors, and multiple shipping locations into a seamless shipping process. Through JLS account management, JM Smucker has maintained high quality delivery standards unmatched in their industry.

Johanson Transportation Service, Fresno, CA

Web site: www.johansontrans.comYear founded: 1971Number of employees: 72Area(s) served: North America; InternationalAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: JTS’ work with charities and education

earned us the 2012 Business-School Partnership Award and the 2011 California Family Business Award which was based on longevity, company strategies, and community contributions.

Kane Is Able, Scranton, PAWeb site: www.kaneisable.comYear founded: 1930Number of employees: 1,000Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Kane has pioneered the growing

practice of collaborative distribution, by which small and mid-market companies co-locate inventory and pool shipments to reduce empty miles, take trucks off the road, and reduce carbon emissions.

Kenco Logistic Services, Chattanooga, TNWeb site: www.kencogroup.comYear founded: 1950Number of employees: 4,000Area(s) served: North America

THE TOP 100@

Pho

tos.co

m

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 46 8/6/12 10:13 AM

Page 10: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

48 JULY/AUGUST 2012 • FOOD LOGISTICS www.foodlogistics.com

Asset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: Menlo Worldwide Logistics, a SmartWay

Transport Partner, designs and implements logistics solutions that provide customers a competitive supply chain advantage. Menlo will implement an optimal network minimizing landed cost.

Metro Park Warehouses, Kansas City, MOWeb site: www.metroparkwarehouses.comYear founded: 1970Number of employees: 150Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Honored as U.S. Regional Distribution

Center of the Year four of past eight years by international beverage company offering multi-vendor consolidation programs, inventory purchase management services, wholesale drug distribution & call center services from seven modern flexible public and dedicated contract facilities located in Kansas City to maximize all modes of transportation savings and efficiencies.

MHW Group (Cryo-Trans), Owings Mills, MDWeb site: www.mhwgroup.comYear founded: 1985Number of employees: 25Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Cryo-Trans owns and leases the largest

fleet of private reefer boxcars in North America. Recent honors include H.J. Heinz’ Carrier of the Year (2011) and Frito-Lay’s Carrier Performance Award (2009).

Midwest Refrigerated Svcs., Milwaukee, WIWeb site: www.midwestrefrigerated.comYear founded: 2008

Number of employees: 150Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: One of the largest asset based

nationwide fresh/frozen LTL consolidation pools in the upper Midwest. Expertise in handling dual temp loads utilizing bulkheads with thermostatically controlled fans.

Millard, Omaha, NEWeb site: www.millardref.comYear founded: 1963Number of employees: 2,000Area(s) served: National; CanadaAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Millard is an acknowledged leader in

optimizing the flow of temperature-sensitive products from processing facilities to retail stores or restaurants by instituting best practices in logistics and warehousing execution.

Murphy Warehouse Co., Minneapolis, MNWeb site: www.murphywarehouse.comYear founded: 1904Number of employees: 170Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Third largest Minnesota solar generator,

three LEED Gold/Silver & Energy Star Certified facilities,

Air C

argo

Bulk

Cust

oms

Brok

erag

eDe

dica

ted

Cont

ract

Car

riage

Flee

t Lea

sing

Frei

ght F

orw

ardi

ngIn

term

odal

LTL

Mul

ti-ve

ndor

Con

solid

atio

nOc

ean

Rail

Refr

iger

ated

Tru

ckin

gTr

uckl

oad

Othe

r

Cros

s Do

ckin

gFu

lfillm

ent

Inve

ntor

y/Co

st A

ccou

ntin

gM

ulti-

vend

or C

onso

lidat

ion

Pick

/Pac

k As

sem

bly

Publ

ic R

ef. W

hse.

Reve

rse

Logi

stic

sSi

te S

elec

tion/

Ec o

n De

vSt

ore

Supp

ort

Vend

or M

anag

ed In

vent

ory

War

ehou

sing

/Dis

t. M

gmt.

Othe

r

3PL SERVICES COLD STORAGE

76. RWI Transportation, LLC X X X X X X X X X X

77. Ryder Supply Chain Solutions X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

78. Saddle Creek Logistics Services X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

79. Scotlynn USA Division X X X X X X X X X

80. Seaonus X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

81. Shippers Warehouse, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

82. Stanford Refrigerated Warehouses X X X X X X X X X X X

83. Star Distribution Systems, Inc. X X X X X X X X X

84. States Logistics Services, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

85. Strive Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

86. Sunteck Transport Group X X X X X X X X X

87. Total Quality Logistics X X X X X

88. Trademark Transportation, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X X X

89. Transplace X X X X X X X X X X X X

90. Ultra Logistics, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

91. Vantix Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X X X

92. Veracity Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X

93. Verst Group Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

94. Wagner Industries, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X X X X

95. WSI (Warehouse Specialists, Inc.) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

96. Weber Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

97. Werner Enterprises / Werner Global Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

98. Wheels Group X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

99. Witte Bros. Exchange, Inc. X X X X X X X X X X X X X

100. WOW Logistics X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

@P

hoto

s.com

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 48 8/6/12 10:14 AM

Page 11: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

50 JULY/AUGUST 2012 • FOOD LOGISTICS www.foodlogistics.com

OSHA-SHARP, ISO 9001 & 14001, plants native prairies at facilities, Food Logistics Top 3PL Provider since 2006.

Newport-St. Paul Cold Storage Co., Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN

Web site: www.newportcold.comYear founded: 1958Number of employees: 40Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: We are a member of the International

Association of Refrigerated Warehouse (IARW) and we specialize in serving the Upper Midwest market in the U.S.

Next Generation Logistics, Inc., Inverness, IL

Web site: www.nextgeneration.comYear founded: 1988Number of employees: 15Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: NGL leverages our technology and 25

years of experience, in working with small to medium size food manufacturers to help reduce our clients overall supply chain costs.

NFI Industries, Cherry Hill, NJWeb site: www.nfiindustries.comYear founded: 1932Number of employees: 6,000

Area(s) served: North America; InternationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: It is significant that NFI Industries has

been family-owned by the same family since our beginning in 1932.

Our ownership is hands-on and this provides flexibility and streamlined decision making.

Our very flexible logistics network is also part of a number of divisions under the NFI Industries header

including a Real Estate division, a Global division and a Solar division.

Nor-Am Cold Storage, LeMars, IAWeb site: www.nor-am.comYear founded: 1999Number of employees: 200Area(s) served: North America; InternationalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-based

THE TOP 100@

Pho

tos.co

m

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 50 8/6/12 10:14 AM

Page 12: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

www.foodlogistics.com FOOD LOGISTICS • JULY/AUGUST 2012 51

Common Sense, Uncommon Valuewww.kencogroup.com

We focus on your customers.

Kenco’s supply chain solutions go beyond the shipping dock to satisfy your customers—during their coffee break or any time. How? We combine common sense customer service with unparalleled execution, driving continuous value to you—and your customers. Kenco provides distribution and fulfillment, comprehensive transportation services and intelligent information technology, all engineered for operational excellence.

For common sense solutions that deliver uncommon value, turn to Kenco.

Worth noting: Family based full service PRW offering all types of product re-packaging, tempering, trimming and cutting. Packaged ice production based in St Joseph Missouri with delivery to the surrounding area.

Nordic Cold Storage, LLC, Atlanta, GAWeb site: www.nordiccold.comYear founded: 1960Number of employees: 350Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: Worth noting: Ranked nationally as a Top Ten Frozen

Warehouse company by the IARW.

ODW Logistics, Inc., Columbus, OHWeb site: www.odwlogistics.comYear founded: 1971Number of employees: 1,000Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: AIB Grade - Superior Rail Served LTL

leveraged discounts FreightLink TMS System.

Pacer, Dublin, OHWeb site: www.pacer.comYear founded: 1984Number of employees: 500Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Pacer offers great customer service.

Palos Garza, Laredo, TXWeb site: www.palosgarza.comYear founded: 1985Number of employees: 600Area(s) served: North America; InternationalAsset/Non-asset: Worth noting: Palos Garza offers all of the services

under the same roof. There is only one representative for all your international operations. Track your load on line, customs brokers, transportation, and distribution.

Pioneer Cold, Inc., Chicopee, MAWeb site: www.pioneercold.comYear founded: 1951Number of employees: 92Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Our state-of-the-art facilities are

meticulously maintained in order to provide safe and efficient solutions for your supply chain requirements.

Preferred Freezer Services, Chatham, NJWeb site: www.preferredfreezer.comYear founded: 1989Number of employees: 1,110Area(s) served: North America; InternationalAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: We are one of the largest Public

Refrigerated Warehouse companies in North America, operating in 27 facilities in 9 regions nationwide.

RE Transportation, Inc., Memphis, TN

Web site: www.re-trans.comYear founded: 2001Number of employees: 75Area(s) served: National

THE TOP 100Asset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: ReTrans is a company that prides itself

in developing customized TLM solutions to meet a client’s needs. The professionals at ReTrans utilize state of the art technology tools to provide world class solutions.

Ristow Logistics, Hammond, WIWeb site: www.ristowlogistics.comYear founded: 1986Number of employees: 75Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: Both

Worth noting: Ristow Logistics is a one stop shop for any logistical needs you may have. We can ship either LTL or full truckloads and if you need to warehouse your freight we can do that to. One call solves all your problems.

RLS Logistics, Newfield, NJWeb site: www.rlslogistics.comYear founded: 1995Number of employees: 150Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: RLS Logistics continues to reach their

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 51 8/6/12 10:14 AM

Page 13: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

52 JULY/AUGUST 2012 • FOOD LOGISTICS www.foodlogistics.com

KPI goals regarding, picking accuracy, on time delivery, etc. RLS Logistics has installed a solar roof at the corporate HQ warehouse, reducing its carbon footprint. Continually strives and progresses with new technology and service offerings.

RMX Global Logistics, Evergreen, COWeb site: www.rmxglobal.comYear founded: 1983Number of employees: 75Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: RMX Global Logistics is a diverse,

THE TOP 100progressive logistics company specializing in helping companies gain strategic and competitive advantages through superior supply chain management.

RTL Services, Inc., Florence, NJWeb site: www.rtlsvc.comYear founded: 1996Number of employees: 20Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Warehousing, internet order fulfillment,

packaging and transportation services with on-line visibility of inventory and order status.

Ruan Transportation, Des Moines, IAWeb site: www.ruan.comYear founded: 1932Number of employees: 5,155Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Ruan is one of the largest privately

owned transportation service companies in the U.S. With 80 years of transportation management experience, Ruan provides dedicated contract carriage, bulk transportation and integrated solutions.

RWI Transportation, LLC, Wilder, KYWeb site: www.rwitrans.comYear founded: 1956Number of employees: 135Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: RWI was recently selected by Food

Logistics magazine as a Top Green Provider for 2012. With the majority of its freight fresh produce and other perishable food commodities, RWI has established unique initiatives to protect the environment while ensuring the integrity of its customers’ shipments.

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions, Miami, FLWeb site: www.ryderscs.comYear founded: 1957Number of employees: 12,387Area(s) served: North America; InternationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Ryder Supply Chain Solutions is

an end-to-end logistics partner committed to helping companies transform their supply chains and achieve peak performance by delivering the best in operational execution. Ryder develops supply chain strategies and manages and executes scalable logistics operations. When it comes to logistics, Execution is Everything.

Saddle Creek Logistics Services, Lakeland, FL

Web site: www.sclogistics.comYear founded: 1966Number of employees: 2,000Area(s) served: NationwideAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Saddle Creek Corporation has changed

its name to Saddle Creek Logistics Services. The new name better represents the company’s integrated capabilities which include warehousing, transportation, packaging and fulfillment.

Scotlynn USA Division, Fort Myers, FLWeb site: www.scotlynn.comYear founded: 2010Number of employees: 21Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Scotlynn Commodities Inc. operates

over 500 pieces of equipment specializing in providing temperature-controlled transportation to manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors, throughout North America.

Seaonus, Jacksonville, FLWeb site: www.seaonus.comYear founded: 1987Number of employees: 500

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 52 8/6/12 10:14 AM

Page 14: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

www.foodlogistics.com FOOD LOGISTICS • JULY/AUGUST 2012 53

we can get you from point A to point B

or Z

©2012 Vantix Logistics. All rights reserved.

Wherever your business takes you, Vantix has the perfect logistics solution.

Managing the logistics for today’s highly complex supply chains is a full-time job. So why trust it to anyone but Vantix? Our team of logistics experts can ensure your product is delivered at the lowest landed cost. Plus, our superior relationships with over 3,000 leading carriers and our highly customizable technologies give you the confi dence of knowing your orders are delivered accurately and on time, every time.

Download our white paper: Inbound Logistics: 10 Common Traps and Pitfalls at vantixlogistics.com/goto/wp1

THE TOP 100Area(s) served: InternationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: As the first organization in Jacksonville,

FL to handle this type of cargo, Seaonus is moving into their 2nd year importing Pineapple from Chestnut Hill Farms in Costa Rica. The first year was a success and they are continuing to see volume steadily increase.

Shippers Warehouse, Inc., Dallas, TXWeb site: www.shipperswarehouse.comYear founded: 1901Number of employees: 900Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Most extensive CPG multi vendor

consolidation program in the industry via transportation subsidiary Grocery Direct Consolidated Transportation.

Stanford Refrigerated Warehouses, Macon, GA

Web site: www.srwcold.comYear founded: 1977Number of employees: 50Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Stanford Refrigerated Warehouses

modern warehouse is located at the intersection of I-75 & I-16. Convenient to the port of Savannah and Atlanta; Macon, GA is the ideal location for Southeastern distribution.

Star Distribution Systems, Inc., Plant City, FL

Web site: www.stardistribution.usYear founded: 1892Number of employees: 200Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: We’re Florida’s premier third party

logistics provider and the only LTL distribution center that guarantees next day delivery on our private fleet to any Florida location for all orders received by 5pm EST.

States Logistics Services, Inc., Buena Park, CA

Web site: www.stateslogistics.comYear founded: 1958Number of employees: 450Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Our wide range of third-party logistics

services includes warehousing, transportation, and value-added services.

Strive Logistics, Chicago, ILWeb site: www.strivelogistics.comYear founded: 1995Number of employees: 100Area(s) served: InternationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: With our team-driven comprehensive

process for planning, execution and communication we are able to provide our clients with custom solutions designed for their specific logistics and technology needs.

Sunteck Transport Group, Boca Raton, FLWeb site: www.suntecktransportgroup.com

Year founded: 1997Number of employees: 400Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: The food/grocery industry (mfg,

wholesale, retail) is Sunteck’s largest service niche, comprising nearly 30 percent of volume; Sunteck was a Food Logistics Top 3PL in 2009, 2010 & 2011.

Total Quality Logistics, Cincinnati, OHWeb site: www.tql.comYear founded: 1997Number of employees: 1,900

Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: TQL arranged 500,000+ loads in 2011,

48 percent in the food and beverage industry. TQL is an expert in Canadian moves and cross-docking facilities.

Trademark Transportation, Inc., Saint Paul, MN

Web site: www.trademarktrans.comYear founded: 1983Number of employees: 40Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: Freight Forwarder

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 53 8/6/12 10:14 AM

Page 15: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

54 JULY/AUGUST 2012 • FOOD LOGISTICS www.foodlogistics.com

Worth noting: Trademark Transportation moves LTL shipments of temperature-controlled food and ingredients from, to and through the Midwest. Focus is on time, intact service with no surprises to our customers.

Transplace, Dallas, TXWeb site: www.transplace.comYear founded: 2000Number of employees: 600Area(s) served: National; InternationalAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: Transplace and Sunny Delight Beverages

Co. announced the successful implementation of a compressed natural gas (CNG) fleet in Southern California. This program has met the company’s goals by lowering gas emissions and reducing fuel costs for the beverage company.

Ultra Logistics, Inc., Fair Lawn, NJWeb site: www.ultralogistics.comYear founded: 1996Number of employees: 80Area(s) served: North AmericaAsset/Non-asset: Non-asset basedWorth noting: We provide supply chain services to

clients in a variety of industries, by offering customized solutions, handling all transportation needs including: truckload transportation, hosted transportation management systems (TMS), supply chain management, network optimization and consulting.

Vantix Logistics, Carrollton, TXWeb site: www.vantixlogistics.comYear founded: 1999Number of employees: N/AArea(s) served: National; InternationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Strong foundation of proven logistics

expertise in the foodservice industry Vantix supremely positioned to execute within any supply-chain.

Veracity Logistics, Clearfield, UTWeb site: www.veracitylogistics.comYear founded: 2011Number of employees: 22Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: AIB Superior Rating/Food Grade

Distribution- Veracity Logistics delivers “Value with Velocity”

Verst Group Logistics, Walton, KYWeb site: www.verstgroup.comYear founded: 1966Number of employees: 1,200Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Largest third party contract decorator in

the country. Numerous awards for family owned business and community service.

Wagner Industries, North Kansas City, MOWeb site: www.wagnerindustries.comYear founded: 1946Number of employees: 350Area(s) served: National

THE TOP 100

Asset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Wagner continues to have a “bring it”

attitude with the systems, people, and engineering support to deliver excellent results. WSI (Warehouse Specialists, Inc.), Appleton, WI

Web site: www.wsinc.comYear founded: 1966Number of employees: 1,200Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: Three simple words: A powerful promise.

WSI helps customers succeed through tailored, integrated logistics and supply chain solutions designed to maximize efficiency and reduce costs.

Weber Logistics, Santa Fe Springs, CAWeb site: www.weberlogistics.comYear founded: 1924Number of employees: 500Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: With 15 food-grade warehouses (CA, AZ

& NV) and a fleet of trucks for frozen, chilled or ambient delivery, Weber Logistics has the largest temperature-controlled storage and delivery network in the western U.S.

Werner Enterprises / Werner Global Logistics, Omaha, NE

Web site: www.werner.comYear founded: 1956Number of employees: 11,000Area(s) served: InternationalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Through Werner Enterprises’ investment

in and commitment to sustainability and keeping the roads

“green,” the company has reduced its carbon footprint by 140,000 tons in the past three years.

Wheels Group, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Web site: www.wheelsgroup.comYear founded: 1988Number of employees: 250Area(s) served: InternationalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: One of Canada’s 50 Best Managed

companies for 15 years, providing our customers with a one-stop, flexible supply chain solution for their national and international transportation needs.

Witte Bros. Exchange, Inc., Troy, MOWeb site: www.wittebros.omYear founded: 1950Number of employees: 225Area(s) served: NationalAsset/Non-asset: Asset-basedWorth noting: Witte Bros. brings a “greener” approach

to transportation, partnering with Cascade Sierra Solutions to promote and install transport electrification technology across the United States.

WOW Logistics, Appleton, WIWeb site: www.wowlogistics.comYear founded: 1977Number of employees: 170Area(s) served: RegionalAsset/Non-asset: BothWorth noting: WOW’s Inventory Financing Program

allows clients in the Dairy industry the ability to finance 100 percent of their inventory and defer warehousing costs. Products include long hold cheeses and dairy powders. ◆

FLOG_32-55_0812 Top100.indd 54 8/6/12 10:14 AM

Page 16: Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers for 2012

Copyright of Food Logistics is the property of Cygnus Business Media and its content may not be copied or

emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission.

However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use.