New World Van Lines

What New World Van Lines does

New World Van Lines is a privately held, family-owned household goods moving and relocation company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, operating since 1924. The company is positioned as the largest independent van line devoted exclusively to global corporate relocations, serving Fortune 100 enterprises, federal government agencies (including the Department of Defense and civilian agencies under GSA contracting), and small-to-mid-market businesses. Service delivery is supported by 15-16 domestic service centers, 500+ pieces of transportation equipment, 450,000+ square feet of storage capacity, and an EMEA regional office in Rotterdam, The Netherlands through wholly owned subsidiary New World International.

The company operates a vertically integrated technology stack alongside its physical operations, including the proprietary DRIVE Portal (driver/mover operational portal), SHOUT Messaging System (transferee SMS communications), FORECAST (weather intelligence and predictive risk analytics), OpsQuad (collaborative shipment and crew planning), and the Red Alert escalation system. Recent partner integrations include Move4U's CrewPro for digital packing inventory, Bear Cognition for vehicle routing optimization, and Motive for real-time dash-cam and telematics. The business carries a regulatory moat including WBENC certification (since 1999), FIDI/FAIM international accreditation, SOC 2 Type II (zero exceptions, 2021), CMMC Level 1 (May 2025) with Level 2 targeted for 2026, C-TPAT membership, and EU-US Data Privacy Framework compliance.

Revenue is generated primarily through transaction-based per-move service fees for corporate household goods relocations (domestic and international), usage-based storage fees, and government contract billing under GSA. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, varying by distance, weight, volume, service level, and international versus domestic scope. Go-to-market is executed through direct enterprise relationships with corporate HR and global mobility departments, channel partnerships with major Relocation Management Companies (Cartus, Graebel, Altair Global, BGRS, WHR Global, Sterling Lexicon, Aires), and federal contracting.

Name

New World Van Lines

Legal name

New World Van Lines, Inc.

Website

https://nwvl.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1924

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

New World Van Lines is a privately held, family-owned moving company and the largest independent van line devoted exclusively to global corporate relocations, serving Fortune 100 enterprises, federal agencies, and SMBs through 15-16 U.S. service centers, an EMEA office, and proprietary logistics technology.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Corporate Relocation Services

NAICS

Used Household and Office Goods Moving (484210), General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance (48412)

SIC

Trucking (No Local) (4213), Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro primary industry

Interstate Full-Service Door-to-Door Moving (Pack/Load/Transport/Unload) (HSAKABAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Door-to-Door Household Goods International Moving (HSAKACAA), Household Goods Moving & International Shipping (THACALAE)

Keywords

• Corporate relocation services
• Household goods moving
• International relocation services
• Moving and storage services
• Logistics management software

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices17 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Corporate Relocation Services: Full-service domestic and international household goods moving services for corporate clients, including packing, transportation, storage, and logistics management. Revenue is generated through per-move service fees based on distance, weight, and service level requirements. The company operates through corporate relocation department partnerships and global mobility networks.
2. Government Relocation Services: Specialized relocation services for government agencies including Department of Defense and federal civilian relocations. Revenue generated through government contracts with compliance requirements including CMMC certification.
3. Storage Services: Warehouse storage services with over 450,000 square feet of storage capacity across service center locations. Revenue generated through per-unit storage duration fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

New World Van Lines provides full-service domestic and international household goods relocation services for corporate and government clients, including packing, transportation, storage, and logistics management. The company operates as the largest independent van line devoted exclusively to global corporate relocations, delivering services through 15-16 US service centers and an EMEA office in Rotterdam, supported by proprietary operational technology platforms.

Product overview

New World Van Lines operates as the largest independent van line devoted exclusively to global corporate relocations, offering a comprehensive suite of services including Corporate Relocation, International Relocation (through New World International), Logistics Management, Storage, and Government Services. The company distinguishes itself through proprietary technology products including the FORECAST weather intelligence application, SHOUT Messaging System, DRIVE portal, Red Alert System, and OpsQuad collaborative planning software, alongside partnerships for specialized solutions like Move4U CrewPro for digital inventory management. All services are delivered through 15-16 domestic service centers and an EMEA office, with over 450,000 square feet of storage capacity and 500+ transportation equipment units.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Corporate Relocation Services Full-service domestic corporate relocation offerings including pre-move guidance, pre-move checklists, household goods transportation, and post-move support for employee relocations. Designed for corporate clients managing employee relocation programs.
• International Relocation Services International household goods moving and relocation services delivered through New World International, with FIDI/FAIM certification and global network coverage spanning 175 countries. Serves corporate clients with employees being relocated internationally.
• Logistics Management Operational planning and tracking services for the grouping and movement of shipments, crew members, and vehicles across the domestic service center network. Supports efficient execution of household goods moves.
• Storage Services Moving and storage services with over 450,000 square feet of storage capacity across domestic service center locations. Provides warehouse storage solutions for corporate clients needing temporary or long-term household goods storage.
• Government Services Relocation services for government sector clients with appropriate cybersecurity certifications (CMMC Level 1) and compliance standards. Serves federal civilian agencies and Department of Defense through GSA contracting.

Quantifiable outcome

• 17% increase in claims frequency during wet weather conditions; 24% increase during extreme heat; 128% increase when heat and wet conditions compound
• +8 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability3 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Move4UcoreTechnology or Integration · 31 March 2026New World Van Lines partnered with Move4U to digitalize its packing inventory process by adopting the CrewPro solution across moving crews. CrewPro is an electronic packing inventory app built specifically for the moving industry with offline functionality and automatic translation capabilities.
• Bear CognitioncoreTechnology or Integration · 26 January 2026New World partnered with Bear Cognition, a leader in advanced optimization and decision-science solutions, to implement vehicle routing optimization. The objective is to operate fewer miles while moving more weight, improving fuel efficiency and reducing environmental impact.
• MotivecoreTechnology or Integration · 2 September 2025New World Van Lines implemented the Motive Dash-Cam system, a cutting-edge two-way streaming camera solution providing real-time insights into driver performance and road conditions, enabling coaching, incident exoneration, and eco-conscious driving.
• Northwestern University Kellogg School of ManagementminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 June 2023MBA capstone project conducted by four Kellogg students to optimize New World's power-only hauling company (NWTS) and outsourced hauling strategy for domestic operations.
• Cartus CorporationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLong-standing membership in Cartus Global Network (175 countries) as preferred supplier. Multiple awards received including Masters Cup Award 2019, Commitment to Excellence Gold 2020, Silver 2021, and Highly Commended 2020 and 2025. Serves Fortune 100 companies through Cartus relocation programs.
• Graebel Partner AlliancecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPreferred Partner designation for 2025 and 2024 Compliance Excellence Award recipient. Collaborative partnership focusing on shared success across Perform, Grow, Know, and Innovate pillars.
• Altair GlobalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAll-Star Award winner for U.S. Domestic Move Management Services for 2021 and 2023. Partnership since 2016 delivering exceptional mobility experiences to corporate clients.
• BGRScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOutstanding Performance Silver Award recipient at BGRS 2021 Supplier Partner Forum, recognizing service excellence over 12-month period.
• FIDI Global AlliancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNew World International maintains FIDI/FAIM certification as member of the global alliance of quality-certified international moving and relocation companies operating in over 100 countries.
• Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNew World Van Lines certified as Women's Business Enterprise since 1999 by WBENC, the nation's largest third-party certifier of businesses owned and operated by women.
• WHR GlobalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor2026 Partner in Quality Award recipient as member of WHR Global Partner Network recognizing exceptional service performance and partnership.
• Sterling LexiconcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor2025 Gold Service Excellence Award recipient in U.S. Domestic Household Goods category.
• AirescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCircle of Excellence Award 2024 recipient with 90.4% Post Relocation Survey score.
• Habitat for HumanityminorOthersCommunity partnership supporting Hope Springs project through donations and corporate citizenship activities.
• Women's Business Development Council (WBDC)minorOthersLong-standing membership for over 30 years, hosting WBDC networking events and participating in Shirley Marx Pitch Competition honoring women entrepreneurs.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• United Van Lines: Flagship brand of UniGroup, one of the largest household goods carriers in the US. Directly comparable to New World as a full-service van line serving corporate relocation and consumer long-distance moves.
• Atlas Van Lines: Major US van line providing domestic and international household goods moving services. Closely comparable to New World in corporate relocation focus and multi-agent agency model.
• Allied Van Lines: SIRVA-owned national van line offering corporate and consumer relocation services. Directly competes with New World for Fortune 500 household goods move volume.
• North American Van Lines: SIRVA-owned van line with strong corporate relocation and international moving capabilities. Comparable customer base and service breadth to New World.
• Mayflower Transit: UniGroup sister brand to United Van Lines providing interstate household goods moving. Competes for similar corporate and consumer relocation customers.
• Graebel Companies: Full-service global relocation company that operates both as a Relocation Management Company (a New World channel partner) and a moving/van line provider. Highly comparable end-to-end mobility offerings.
• Crown Worldwide Group: Global mobility services group operating Crown Relocations with household goods moving across 60+ countries. Comparable international corporate relocation capability.
• Santa Fe Relocation: International relocation company offering household goods moving, storage, and destination services. Comparable in international corporate relocation scope and customer base.
• Bekins Van Lines: US household goods carrier serving corporate and consumer customers nationwide. Comparable full-service domestic moving capability.

Broad incumbents

• SIRVA: Global relocation platform owning Allied, North American, and other mobility brands. Comparable corporate and government relocation offerings at much larger scale than New World.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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