What UC Group does

UC Group is a privately held, founder-controlled logistics and supply chain services company headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois, founded in 1999 by Arnoldas Blinstrubas, Edvinas Balciunas, and Steven Masiulionis. The company operates a four-division platform covering asset-based truckload and less-than-truckload transportation (Unlimited Carrier), retail LTL consolidation, brokerage, warehousing, and 3PL services (National Consolidation Services, or NCS), truck and trailer maintenance (Truck Service Point), and managed mobile fleet maintenance (My Fleet Assist). It serves more than 500 top-tier suppliers and retailers nationwide, with marquee customers including Walmart, Target, Walgreens, Meijer, Menards, Ulta, Merck, AbbVie, 3M, L'Oréal USA, Colgate, Kellogg, and Kraft-Heinz, and reports 457M+ cumulative miles driven, 475,000+ cumulative loads delivered, and on-time delivery performance consistently in the 90-percent range.

The underlying technology stack combines conventional logistics telematics rather than proprietary AI: Samsara ELD for electronic logging, PrePass+ for toll and weigh-station bypass, CargoNet (Verisk) for cargo theft intelligence, GPS-enabled load tracking, Fleetrock and TMT digital fleet management, and a Salesforce-based customer portal for shipment tracking and account access. Operations are performed in-house (not outsourced), with teams available 24/7/365 across three U.S. locations (Bolingbrook IL, Commerce CA, Fountain Inn SC) and two international offices (Kaunas, Lithuania; Bogotá, Colombia). UC Group is a member of the American Trucking Association, Truckload Carriers Association, Women in Trucking, and the EPA SmartWay program.

The business model is asset-heavy and transaction-based, generating revenue from per-load truckload and LTL transportation, retail consolidation fees, brokerage margin, and per-transaction maintenance and managed-services revenue. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; driver and technician compensation signals (e.g., $0.60 CPM base for company drivers, 75% gross to owner-operators with weekly potential of $5,600–$7,200+, $35–$45/hour for lead technicians, $100K+ base plus uncapped commission for senior freight sales) indicate a thin-margin, volume-driven model. The go-to-market is sales-led and enterprise-focused, with dedicated Customer Relationship Managers, direct B2B field sales, inside sales for inbound leads, and an active content-marketing and industry-association presence. A leadership transition is planned for January 1, 2026, with Virginija Zimaile succeeding as CEO.

Name

UC Group

Legal name

UC Group Inc.

Website

https://uc.group

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

UC Group is a privately held, founder-owned logistics and supply chain services company providing asset-based truckload and LTL transportation, retail LTL consolidation, brokerage, warehousing, and fleet maintenance through four subsidiaries, serving 500+ enterprise retailers, manufacturers, CPG, and pharmaceutical customers across the U.S. with select international offices.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Bolingbrook

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 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. Asset-Based Truckload (FTL) and LTL Transportation: Revenue generated from owned fleet transportation services including full truckload (FTL), less-than-truckload (LTL), and dedicated fleet services through Unlimited Carrier. Drivers are company employees, and the fleet includes owned trucks and trailers. This is the primary revenue stream.
2. Retail LTL Consolidation Services: Revenue from consolidating shipments from multiple suppliers/manufacturers into single full truckloads for retail distribution centers. Includes transloading, cross-docking, and in-house brokerage services through National Consolidation Services (NCS). Serves 500+ top-tier suppliers and retailers nationwide.
3. Freight Brokerage Services: In-house brokerage services providing flexible transportation options through carrier partnerships, complementing the asset-based fleet for capacity needs. Part of the full-service capabilities offered through NCS and UC Group.
4. Truck and Trailer Maintenance Services: Revenue from full-service truck and trailer repair, maintenance, parts sales, and 24/7 roadside assistance through Truck Service Point. Services include engine diagnostics, DOT inspections, tire alignments, oil changes, and complete rebuilds.
5. Mobile Fleet Maintenance Management: Managed fleet maintenance services through My Fleet Assist, offering preventive maintenance, after-hours support, and 24/7/365 oversight to minimize operational costs for managed fleets.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

UC Group is a nationwide full-service supply chain and logistics provider operating four specialized subsidiaries: Unlimited Carrier (asset-based truckload, LTL, and dedicated fleet transportation), National Consolidation Services (retail LTL consolidation, freight brokerage, warehousing, and 3PL), Truck Service Point (truck and trailer maintenance, parts, and 24/7 roadside assistance), and My Fleet Assist (mobile fleet maintenance management). The company serves 500+ top-tier retailers, suppliers, and manufacturers across the US, with owned fleet assets and access to hundreds of carrier partners for coast-to-coast capacity.

Product overview

UC Group is a platform company comprising four specialized logistics subsidiaries that together provide comprehensive, end-to-end supply chain solutions. The portfolio includes Unlimited Carrier (asset-based truckload and LTL carrier), National Consolidation Services (retail LTL consolidation and brokerage), Truck Service Point (truck and trailer maintenance), and My Fleet Assist (digital fleet maintenance platform). The unified platform integrates transportation, consolidation, brokerage, warehousing, and fleet maintenance services to serve manufacturers, suppliers, and retailers nationwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Unlimited Carrier: Asset-based carrier providing truckload, less-than-truckload, and dedicated fleet transportation solutions.
• National Consolidation Services (NCS)
• Truck Service Point
• My Fleet Assist

Products and services

• Unlimited Carrier Asset-based carrier offering flexible Truckload (TL), Less-than-Truckload (LTL), and Dedicated Fleet Transportation Solutions nationwide, with owned trucks and trailers, GPS-enabled tracking, and direct accountability for freight delivery.
• National Consolidation Services (NCS) Provides Retail LTL Consolidation, Full Service Brokerage, Warehousing, and 3PL services nationwide, combining shipments from multiple vendors for efficient delivery to retail distribution centers. Serves 500+ top-tier suppliers and retailers.
• Truck Service Point Full-service truck and trailer maintenance service center providing complete maintenance, parts sales, DOT inspections, engine diagnostics, tire alignments, oil changes, complete rebuilds, and 24/7 roadside assistance.
• My Fleet Assist Mobile fleet maintenance service with 24/7/365 operational support, keeping managed fleets on the road through preventive maintenance, after-hours support, and mobile roadside assistance.

Quantifiable outcome

• On-time delivery performance consistently in the 90-percent range
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers42 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• American Trucking Association (ATA)minorOthersUC Group is a proud member of the American Trucking Association, a major industry trade organization. Membership provides industry representation, networking, and credibility signals within the trucking and logistics sector.
• Truckload Carriers Association (TCA)minorOthersUC Group is a proud member of the Truckload Carriers Association. TCA represents truckload carriers and provides industry advocacy, networking, and professional development resources.
• CargoNet (Verisk)coreTechnology or IntegrationCargoNet membership (operated by Verisk) provides real-time theft prevention alerts, intelligence-sharing networks, and rapid recovery assistance. Combined with GPS-enabled tracking and secure parking practices, this is a core security differentiator for UC Group's freight protection services.
• Women in TruckingminorOthersUC Group is a member of Women in Trucking, an industry organization focused on promoting the employment of women in the trucking industry, addressing obstacles, and encouraging women to pursue careers in trucking and logistics.
• SmartWay (EPA)minorOthersUC Group is a SmartWay member, an EPA program that helps freight companies track and reduce emissions and improve fuel efficiency. SmartWay membership aligns with UC Group's cited 50% fewer CO2 emissions metric and sustainability commitments.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• ArcBest: Mid-market LTL carrier (ABF Freight) paired with asset-light logistics and brokerage. Comparable mix of owned equipment plus multi-vendor consolidation and 3PL, similar to UC Group's NCS consolidation model.
• J.B. Hunt Transport Services: Public asset-based truckload and intermodal carrier with dedicated, brokerage, and final-mile services. Closely comparable to UC Group's mix of Unlimited Carrier (asset-based), NCS (brokerage/consolidation), and enterprise retail customer focus.
• Werner Enterprises: Public asset-based truckload carrier with dedicated, logistics, and brokerage services. Closely aligned with UC Group's Unlimited Carrier and NCS divisions in scale, fleet size, and customer profile.
• Hub Group: Asset-based intermodal and logistics services provider with brokerage and dedicated solutions. Directly comparable to UC Group's combination of asset capacity, retail consolidation (NCS), and 3PL offerings.
• Knight-Swift Transportation: Largest U.S. truckload carrier by revenue, combining asset-based FTL/LTL with brokerage and logistics. Comparable integrated multi-divisional model serving national retailers and CPG shippers.
• Schneider National: Large asset-based truckload, intermodal, and logistics provider with significant dedicated and brokerage operations. Comparable to UC Group's vertically integrated model spanning carrier, brokerage, and dedicated capacity.
• Landstar System: Non-asset freight broker and logistics provider using owner-operator capacity. Comparable to UC Group's brokerage/NCS arm and its 30% spot/contract mix that relies on owner-operator capacity.

Broad incumbents

• Saia Inc. Public LTL carrier serving shippers with time-sensitive, high-service freight. Adjacent peer given UC Group's LTL-consolidation emphasis to retail DCs rather than pure LTL linehaul.
• Old Dominion Freight Line: Dominant U.S. LTL carrier. Less directly comparable since UC Group is primarily FTL/consolidation, but both serve the same retail compliance and high-service freight segments.

Emerging players

• RXO: Asset-light brokerage and managed transportation spin-off from XPO, focused on digital freight matching. Comparable to UC Group's brokerage/NCS lane but structurally asset-light, highlighting UC Group's vertical integration.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/theucgroup
• Facebookfacebook.com/ucgrouptransportation

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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