Quantix

What Quantix does

Quantix is a North American chemical supply chain logistics provider headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, founded in 1970 (formerly A&R Logistics) and owned by Wind Point Partners since 2019. The company offers end-to-end services spanning dry bulk trucking, liquid bulk and ISO tank transportation, distribution center and in-plant logistics, export/import/drayage, environmental services, and tank washing through 32 terminals, 17 warehousing facilities, and a fleet of over 1,600 trucks and trailers. Its customer base consists primarily of multinational chemical manufacturers and distributors, with named enterprise relationships including Dow, Trecora, and Epsilyte.

The company monetizes through a mix of transaction-based transportation fees, managed transportation and 3PL services (the Quantix Managed Solutions division, formerly CLX Logistics), subscription-based rate benchmarking, and professional services such as tank washing. The go-to-market is enterprise field sales targeting chemical and pharmaceutical leaders requiring specialized hazardous-materials handling, regulatory compliance, and supply chain visibility. Underlying technology includes the AI-powered Quantix Platform, the Quantix Gravity analytics platform with over $24 billion in lifetime freight spend data, and a purpose-built Chemical TMS powered by e2open.

Quantix has executed an aggressive acquisition and partnership strategy under Wind Point's ownership, completing eleven add-on acquisitions including CLX Logistics and Space City Services in April 2024, and recent strategic partnerships with MC Tank Lines and Leahy Transport that expanded the network to more than 70 locations. The combined platform manages over $2 billion in logistics spend, 5,400 owned assets, 3,300 partner carrier relationships, and serves customers across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Name

Quantix

Legal name

Quantix SCS, LLC

Website

https://quantixscs.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Quantix is a North American chemical supply chain logistics provider offering bulk transportation, warehousing, 3PL, and an AI-powered visibility platform to multinational chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturers across more than 70 locations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Chemical Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance (48423), Warehousing and Storage (493)

SIC

Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTLAEADAA

Real-Time Shipment Tracking & Map Visualization

Transportation & Logistics/Logistics Technology & Telematics (TMS/WMS, Tracking, ELD/IoT)/Freight Visibility, Tracking & Predictive ETA Platforms

SECONDARYTLAEAIAC

Spot Rate Management & Dynamic Pricing (Indexing, Benchmarking, Rate Engines)

Transportation & Logistics/Logistics Technology & Telematics (TMS/WMS, Tracking, ELD/IoT)/Transportation Procurement, Rate Management & Freight Audit/Pay

SECONDARYTLAEAJAH

Specialized Freight Marketplaces (Reefer, Flatbed, Oversize, Hazmat)

Transportation & Logistics/Logistics Technology & Telematics (TMS/WMS, Tracking, ELD/IoT)/Digital Freight Networks, Load Boards & Freight Marketplaces

SECONDARYTLAEADAC

Exception Management & Proactive Alerting

Transportation & Logistics/Logistics Technology & Telematics (TMS/WMS, Tracking, ELD/IoT)/Freight Visibility, Tracking & Predictive ETA Platforms

SECONDARYTLAEAOAG

Electronic Document Exchange & eBL/eAWB/eCMR Platforms (EDI/API)

Transportation & Logistics/Logistics Technology & Telematics (TMS/WMS, Tracking, ELD/IoT)/Customs, Trade Compliance & eDocumentation for Logistics

Keywords

• Chemical logistics services
• Bulk chemical transportation
• Hazardous materials trucking
• Chemical supply chain management
• Freight benchmarking analytics

Headquarters

HQ city

The Woodlands

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices30 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Transportation Services: Dry bulk and liquid bulk chemical transportation services including specialized trucking for hazardous materials with nationwide coverage
2. 3PL Solutions (Quantix Managed Solutions): Third-party logistics services including TMS, managed transportation, capacity solutions, supply chain consulting, and benchmarking for chemical industry
3. Managed Transportation: Fully outsourced logistics management for chemical and pharmaceutical companies, including carrier management and network optimization
4. Tank Wash Services: In-house tank washing facilities for liquid and dry bulk chemical transportation ensuring cleanliness and safety compliance
5. Rate Benchmarking: Performance and rate benchmarking services for high-stakes regulated industries including chemical and pharmaceutical sectors
6. Distribution Center & Warehousing: Chemical warehousing, packaging, in-plant logistics, and distribution center operations
7. Export/Import Services: Fully integrated export, import, and chemical drayage for ISO tank shipping, containers, and bulk trucks

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Quantix provides end-to-end supply chain solutions purpose-built for the chemical industry, including specialized dry bulk and liquid bulk transportation, ISO tank shipping, chemical warehousing, in-plant logistics, export/import and chemical drayage, and tank wash services. The offering is augmented by an AI-powered Quantix Platform for real-time shipment visibility, predictive ETAs, and performance analytics, along with managed 3PL capabilities including the Quantix Gravity benchmarking database containing over $24B in lifetime freight spend data.

Product overview

Quantix offers a unified platform-plus-modules architecture serving the chemical industry. The core Quantix Platform provides AI-powered supply chain visibility with predictive ETAs, performance analytics, and secure API integration. This platform is complemented by specialized services including Dry Bulk Transportation, Liquid Bulk & ISO Transportation, Distribution Center & In-Plant Services, Export/Import & Drayage, and Environmental Services. The Quantix Managed Solutions division (formerly CLX Logistics) provides additional modules including the Chemical TMS (powered by e2open), Quantix Gravity analytics platform with over $24B in freight spend data, Rate Benchmarking, Managed Transportation, and Dry Bulk & Liquid Capacity Solutions. Tank Wash Services round out the offering with in-house facilities at 26 locations. The company operates 32 terminals, 17 warehousing/packaging facilities, a fleet of over 1,600 trucks and trailers, and serves customers across North America.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Quantix Managed Solutions: Formerly CLX Logistics; provides TMS, Benchmarking, Managed Transportation, Supply Chain Consulting, and Capacity Solutions specific to the chemical industry.
• Quantix Platform
• Quantix Gravity

Products and services

• Dry Bulk Transportation Specialized dry bulk trucking services for powders, pellets, and granular materials with nationwide coverage and bulk chemical transportation capabilities, serving chemical manufacturers and distributors.
• Liquid Bulk & ISO Transportation Comprehensive liquid bulk transportation and ISO tank shipping services for hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals with end-to-end logistics and regulatory compliance.
• Distribution Center & In-Plant Services Integrated chemical warehousing and in-plant logistics from production floor to final delivery, streamlining inventory management and operations throughout customer facilities.
• Export, Import, & Drayage Services Fully integrated export, import, and chemical drayage services for ISO tank shipping, containers, and bulk trucks with expert handling and coast-to-coast-to-global coverage.
• Environmental Services Chemical manufacturing environmental services built on sustainable-by-design principles, including waste management supply chain solutions supporting compliance and sustainability goals.
• Quantix Managed Solutions Advanced 3PL logistics management providing TMS, Benchmarking, Managed Transportation, Supply Chain Consulting, and Capacity Solutions for chemical and pharmaceutical sectors, with approximately $24B in lifetime freight spend within its Gravity database.
• Quantix Platform AI-powered supply chain management platform providing real-time shipment visibility, predictive ETAs, performance analytics, and operational alerts for chemical manufacturers, integrating trucking network data with customer systems via secure APIs.
• Tank Wash Services In-house tank washing facilities strategically located at key areas across the U.S., providing 100% conversion wash for dry bulk and comprehensive liquid tank wash including caustic, detergent, high-pressure, steaming, and MDI-specific cleaning.

Quantifiable outcome

• 8.3% average saving opportunity identified for rate benchmarking participants based on total spend
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MC Tank LinescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 January 2026Strategic partnership with MC Tank Lines, based in Schererville, Indiana, bringing complementary regional expertise to enhance Quantix's liquid network coverage. Partnership aims to increase capacity, improve service coverage, and reinforce safety and operational standards across the chemical logistics sector.
• Leahy TransportcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 January 2026Strategic partnership with Leahy Transport, based in Canton, Texas, adding decades of bulk liquid transportation experience with a 34-truck modern fleet. Partnership enhances capacity and service coverage for complex logistics needs in the chemical industry.
• Space City ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 April 2024Acquisition of Space City Services specializing in transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals and waste materials throughout the Gulf Coast region. Expands Quantix's chemical and waste materials services.
• CLX LogisticscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 April 2024Acquisition of CLX Logistics in April 2024, creating the largest chemical market-focused 3PL globally. CLX provides TMS, managed services, supply chain consulting, brokerage, liquid bulk 3PL, intermodal, rail, international services, and technology/analytics products. Combined platform has over $2 billion in logistics spend.
• Alliance to End Plastic WasteminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 May 2023Quantix joined the Alliance to End Plastic Waste, a global non-profit organization. The 31st North American member, Quantix participates in projects focused on plastic collection, sorting, processing and recycling to support circular economy initiatives.
• Mid-States PackagingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 December 2022Acquisition of Mid-States Packaging, a full-service dry bulk transportation, warehousing and export services company with eleven locations spanning Texas, the Northeast, and Mid-Atlantic.
• Military Spouse Employer Partnership (MSEP)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 October 2022Quantix joined the Department of Defense Military Spouse Employment Partnership, connecting military spouses with partner employers who commit to recruit, hire, promote and retain military spouses.
• G&W TankscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 October 2022Acquisition of G&W Tanks, a provider of ISO tank transportation, repair, storage depot, wash and loading services with locations in Charleston, SC and Savannah, GA. Strengthens Quantix's Southeast presence and ISO tank logistics offerings.
• Delaware Express Co.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 December 2021Acquisition of Delaware Express Co., a family-owned regional trucking company founded in 1935, specializing in dry and liquid bulk transportation. Headquartered in Elkton, MD with satellite terminals in Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts.
• Operation Clean Sweep blueminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 November 2021Quantix's dry bulk and warehouse divisions accepted into Operation Clean Sweep's OCS blue program, recognizing excellence in pellet loss prevention and environmental best practices.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Trimac Transportation: North American leader in bulk trucking with a strong chemical and hazardous materials focus. Like Quantix, Trimac operates dedicated fleets for chemical producers and provides specialized tank wash, hazmat handling, and bulk transport services across the same customer verticals.
• Quality Distribution: Was the largest North American bulk chemical trucking carrier before being acquired by CSX in 2023. Direct precedent for a chemical-focused bulk carrier at Quantix's scale, with overlapping services in liquid bulk, ISO tanks, and dedicated chemical fleet operations.
• Highway Transport: Specialty chemical bulk carrier with tank wash and dedicated fleet operations serving major chemical producers. Comparable to Quantix's liquid bulk division in customer base, equipment specialization, and geographic footprint in the Southeast US.
• Grammer Industries: Family-owned chemical and hazmat transportation specialist serving the Midwest and Gulf Coast. Like Quantix, Grammer operates dedicated fleets for chemical manufacturers, hazmat-certified drivers, and bulk liquid terminals.

Broad incumbents

• RXO: Large public freight brokerage and managed transportation platform spun off from XPO. While broader than Quantix's chemical focus, RXO competes in 3PL, managed transportation, and technology-enabled freight services across multiple verticals including chemicals.
• Echo Global Logistics: Large public technology-enabled freight brokerage and managed transportation provider. Echo (former employer of Quantix CEO John Labrie) overlaps with Quantix Managed Solutions in 3PL/managed transportation and TMS, though Echo is multi-vertical versus Quantix's chemical specialization.
• Daseke: Largest flatbed and specialized transportation platform in North America (former employer of Quantix CFO Jason Bates). Daseke operates across multiple specialty verticals including chemicals, providing comparable scale and managed transportation offerings to Quantix.
• Schneider National: Large public truckload, intermodal, and logistics provider with a dedicated Bulk division serving chemical customers. Schneider competes with Quantix in dry bulk, liquid bulk, and managed chemical transportation services.
• C.H. Robinson: Largest North American freight brokerage and 3PL, with a dedicated chemical logistics practice and managed transportation offerings. Overlaps with Quantix Managed Solutions in TMS, brokerage, and chemical supply chain consulting.

Emerging players

• Tandem Transport Services: Niche bulk chemical and dry bulk trucking carrier with strong Gulf Coast and Southeast presence. Comparable to Quantix in hazmat-certified fleet operations and chemical customer base, though smaller in scale and geographic footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Xx.com/QuantixSCS

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A9 records

Investments

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