States Logistic Services Inc

What States Logistic Services Inc does

States Logistics Services, Inc. is an employee-owned third-party logistics provider founded in 1958 and headquartered in Buena Park, California, operating 13 facilities totaling more than 5.5 million square feet across Southern California and Phoenix, Arizona with roughly 900 employees. The company runs an integrated service stack spanning public and contract warehousing (including AIB-certified and temperature-controlled space), asset-based trucking via a fleet of 100+ company-operated trucks, LTL/TL freight brokerage, the proprietary S.C.O.R.E. multi-vendor LTL-to-FTL consolidation program, contract packaging, transloading, and a broad set of value-added services such as e-commerce fulfillment, cross-docking, kitting, and reverse logistics. Its go-to-market is sales-led and B2B, focused on CPG and food & beverage brands (named customers include PepsiCo, Kerry Ingredients, Every Man Jack, Lemon Perfect, The Tassos Group, and Ciranda), with multi-year contracts and quote-based pricing determined per engagement.

Name

States Logistic Services Inc

Legal name

States Logistics Services, Inc.

Website

https://stateslogistics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1958

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

States Logistics Services Inc is an employee-owned 3PL providing integrated warehousing, asset-based transportation, freight brokerage, contract packaging, and value-added logistics services to CPG and food & beverage brands across 5.5M+ sq ft in Southern California and Arizona.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Third-Party Logistics Services

NAICS

Warehousing and Storage (493), Truck Transportation (484), Transportation and Warehousing (48-49), Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851)

SIC

Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210), Public Warehousing & Storage (4220), Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro primary industry

E-commerce Fulfillment & Omnichannel Logistics (Pick/Pack/Returns) (TLAIAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

E-commerce & Fulfillment Warehousing (Dedicated/Shared) (TLAIACAJ), Secure / High-Value Warehousing (Cage/Vault/Controlled Access) (TLAIACAG)

Keywords

• Third-party logistics
• Warehousing services
• Freight transportation
• Contract packaging
• Supply chain management

Headquarters

HQ city

Buena Park

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Warehousing and Storage Services: Revenue generated from public and contract warehousing services including dry and temperature-controlled storage in Southern California and Arizona. Includes AIB-certified facilities with flexible storage options.
2. Transportation and Trucking Services: Asset-based trucking through company-operated fleet, LTL and TL freight brokerage, and multi-vendor consolidation. Services include drayage, local deliveries, interstate deliveries, multi-stop deliveries, yard hosting, and container transfers.
3. Contract Packaging Services: Product assembly, packaging design, kitting, bundling, labeling, and co-packing services. Handles promotional kits, variety packs, modular displays, and custom assembly.
4. Transloading Services: Freight transfer services between trucks, rail, and ships. Backed by partnership with Loup Logistics Transload Network.
5. Value-Added Logistics Services: E-commerce fulfillment, cross-docking, reverse logistics, inspection, inventory management, pallet exchange, pool distribution, and record retention services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

States Logistics is a third-party logistics (3PL) provider delivering integrated warehousing, distribution, transportation, and contract packaging services in Southern California and Arizona. The company operates 5.5M+ square feet across 13 AIB-certified facilities with a 100+ truck asset-based fleet, supporting CPG, food and beverage, and personal care brands with public/contract warehousing, LTL/TL freight, multi-vendor consolidation (S.C.O.R.E.), transloading, e-commerce fulfillment, and value-added services.

Product overview

States Logistics is a third-party logistics (3PL) provider offering integrated warehousing, distribution, and transportation services across Southern California and Phoenix, Arizona. The core technology platform consists of enterprise-level Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Transportation Management System (TMS), which are complemented by voice picking (LYDIA Voice), AI warehouse intelligence (OneTrack.AI), and autonomous robotics (Contoro Dock Duck, Humro forklifts). Service offerings span public and contract warehousing, asset-based trucking, freight brokerage, multi-vendor consolidation (S.C.O.R.E. program), contract packaging, transload services, and value-added services. The company operates 13 facilities with over 5.5 million square feet of warehouse space.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Public Warehousing
• Contract Warehousing
• Asset-Based Transportation
• Freight Brokerage
• S.C.O.R.E. Multi-Vendor Freight Consolidation
• Transload Services
• Contract Packaging Services
• Value Added Services

Quantifiable outcome

• 20% throughput increase biannually from autonomous trailer unloading
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

AI capability8 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Loup LogisticscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 January 2024States Logistics was selected as a 2024 Select Connect Partner for the Loup Logistics Transload Network. This partnership enables the company to contribute to Loup's success by providing food-safe facilities in Southern California. The collaboration enhances transload capabilities, offers customers seamless freight transfers between various transportation modes, and provides access to Loup's extensive network for more flexible and efficient shipping options.
• ASW Global ConsultingcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerASW Global Consulting implemented the LYDIA Voice picking software at States Logistics, integrating it with the Infor warehouse management system. The implementation created voice-directed workflows that resulted in fewer errors, higher pick rates, and faster onboarding for new hires. The transition was smooth with the entire team picking with voice by the end of the first week.
• Ehrhardt Partner Group (EPG)coreTechnology or IntegrationEhrhardt Partner Group developed the LYDIA Voice picking software implemented at States Logistics facilities. The voice-directed picking technology integrates with the Infor warehouse management system to improve picking accuracy.
• Contoro RoboticscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerContoro Robotics partnered with States Logistics to deploy autonomous Dock Duck robots for robotic trailer unloading at the California facility. After one year, 450 trailers were offloaded autonomously with 20% throughput increase biannually. The deployment improved safety and expanded to include palletization without manual labor.
• OneTrack.AIcoreTechnology or IntegrationStates Logistics deployed AI warehouse intelligence technology utilizing camera-based sensors in partnership with OneTrack.AI to enhance workplace safety, improve labor productivity, and increase shipment quality and operational visibility.
• HumrocoreTechnology or IntegrationStates Logistics expanded automation capabilities through autonomous forklift technology in partnership with Humro, supporting safer material handling and scalable warehouse operations.
• InforcoreTechnology or IntegrationInfor warehouse management system integrates with LYDIA Voice picking software from Ehrhardt Partner Group, implemented by ASW Global Consulting at States Logistics facilities.
• Council Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP)minorOthersIndustry association membership providing access to supply chain best practices, networking, and staying at the forefront of changing trends in logistics.
• Warehouse Education Research Council (WERC)minorOthersIndustry association membership for warehouse education and research, helping management team stay current with best practices.
• International Warehouse Logistics Association (IWLA)minorOthersIndustry association membership for warehouse logistics professionals.
• SmartWay (EPA)minorOthersMember of EPA SmartWay Transport Partnership, an innovative collaboration designed to improve energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improve energy security.
• American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN)minorOthersProud sponsor providing support in natural disasters leveraging supply chain expertise and lean business practices.
• Distribution Centers of America (DCA)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAffiliate member supporting national distribution network.
• Allied DistributionminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAffiliate member in distribution network.
• American Chain of Warehouses (ACWI)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAffiliate member supporting warehousing network.
• California Trucking AssociationminorOthersIndustry association membership for trucking professionals in California.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves18 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• NFI Industries: Family-owned, asset-based North American 3PL offering dedicated trucking, warehousing, and integrated supply chain solutions for CPG and food/beverage customers. Highly comparable business model, asset structure, and vertical mix to States Logistics.
• Kenco Logistics: US-based 3PL providing warehousing, transportation, and material handling across multiple verticals including CPG and food/beverage. Comparable mid-to-large integrated 3PL operating model with similar WMS/TMS-led service delivery.
• Saddle Creek Logistics Services: Multi-client US 3PL offering warehousing, transportation, and omnichannel fulfillment. Directly comparable as a multi-vertical integrated 3PL serving consumer brands with custom supply chain solutions.
• Verst Group Logistics: Multi-channel 3PL with warehousing, transportation, packaging, and fulfillment across North America. Comparable integrated service offering and customer profile to States Logistics.
• Warehouse Specialists Inc. (WSI): US warehousing and contract logistics 3PL providing dedicated and shared warehousing plus transportation services. Similar mid-size, asset-based regional 3PL model focused on CPG/manufacturing customers.
• AmeriCold Logistics: Largest temperature-controlled warehousing and logistics network in the US, focused on food and beverage cold storage. Comparable to States Logistics' temperature-controlled, AIB-certified cold storage and F&B customer focus.

Broad incumbents

• DHL Supply Chain: Global 3PL arm of DHL offering warehousing, transportation, and value-added services across all major verticals. Overlaps substantially with States Logistics' CPG and F&B portfolio at much larger scale.
• GXO Logistics: Pure-play contract logistics provider with global warehousing and distribution operations. Significantly larger scale but directly comparable in contract warehousing and 3PL services for consumer goods customers.
• Ryder Supply Chain Solutions: North American 3PL division of Ryder offering dedicated transportation, warehousing, and value-added services. Comparable integrated 3PL model serving CPG and food customers at broader scale.
• XPO Logistics: Major North American logistics provider with contract logistics and 3PL capabilities following prior divestitures. Broader portfolio but overlapping warehousing and CPG fulfillment services with States Logistics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/stateslogistics
• Facebookfacebook.com/stateslogisticsservicesinc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/states-logistics-services-inc.
• Instagraminstagram.com/stateslogisticsserv

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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