What Kesco Logistics does

Kesco Logistics Inc. is a US-based international freight forwarder and supply chain solutions provider founded in 1989 and headquartered in the New York City area. The company generates revenue through transaction-fee-based services spanning ocean freight (FCL and LCL), air freight, domestic trucking, and customs brokerage, with quote-based pricing that is not publicly disclosed. Its go-to-market is sales-led and direct-B2B, reaching enterprise shippers via the corporate website, dedicated sales contact, and the Kesco 360 Tracker customer portal powered by Logixboard for real-time shipment visibility.

Beyond core forwarding, Kesco has built a vertical-specialized business around specialty services for apparel/footwear, contract furniture, specialty and organic food, IT asset logistics (including server relocation for data centers and ASIC/GPU computing facilities), big-box/retail delivery, polymers, and start-up importers. Distinctive offerings include Foreign Fulfillment at Origin (leveraging overseas warehousing and consolidation) and CBP Entry Type 86 informal entry processing, both aimed at lowering landed cost or shortening customs clearance for Asia-to-US shippers.

Customer operations are anchored in the United States and supported by a global agent and warehouse network spanning China, SE Asia, Europe, and the Middle East through partnerships with WCA (World Cargo Alliance), IATA, and CNS. Kesco is privately held, has 101-250 employees, operates as a single corporation with no disclosed subsidiaries or funding rounds, and holds CTPAT Certified & Validated status from U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Name

Kesco Logistics

Legal name

Kesco Logistics Inc.

Website

https://kescologistics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Kesco Logistics Inc. is a US-based international freight forwarder founded in 1989, offering ocean and air freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and trucking for B2B shippers. It specializes in apparel, contract furniture, specialty food, and IT asset logistics via a global agent network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Freight Forwarding and Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), Freight Transportation Arrangement (4885), Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851), Specialized Freight Trucking (4842)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Air Courier Services (4513)

akta.pro primary industry

Customs Brokerage for Ocean Shipments (Import/Export Clearance) (TLACABAG)

Keywords

• Freight forwarding
• Customs brokerage
• Ocean freight services
• Air freight services
• International supply chain

Headquarters

HQ city

Valley Stream

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Freight Forwarding Services: Ocean and air freight forwarding services including FCL and LCL shipping, freight consolidation, and time-sensitive cargo handling. Revenue is generated through transportation fees based on shipment weight, volume, and routing.
2. Customs Brokerage: Expertise and technology to support seamless movement and regulatory clearance of products across borders. Revenue generated through customs processing and brokerage fees.
3. Specialty Services: Industry-specific logistics solutions including foreign fulfillment, big-box retail delivery, contract furniture logistics, IT asset logistics, and specialty food handling. Additional value-added services such as server relocations and special project logistics.
4. Trucking Services: Domestic trucking and ground transportation services supporting import/export supply chains.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Kesco Logistics provides international and domestic freight forwarding services, including ocean freight (FCL and LCL) and air freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and ground trucking. The company complements these core services with industry-specific specialty logistics solutions such as apparel/footwear, contract furniture, specialty/organic food, IT asset and server relocation, and big-box retail delivery, supported by the Kesco 360 Tracker real-time shipment visibility platform.

Product overview

Kesco Logistics is a freight forwarding and supply chain solutions provider founded in 1989, offering a comprehensive suite of logistics services. The core offering is Freight Forwarding, which encompasses Air Freight, Ocean Freight (FCL and LCL), Trucking, and Customs Brokerage. The company differentiates through Specialty Services tailored to specific industries including Apparel/Footwear, Contract Furniture, Specialty/Organic Food, IT Assets, and Big-box/Retail Delivery, as well as specialized solutions like Foreign Fulfillment, Start-ups support, and CBP's Entry Type 86. All services are supported by the Kesco 360 Tracker customer portal for real-time shipment tracking. The company operates its own offices and leverages a global partner network including WCA, CNS, and IATA-affiliated agents worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Freight Forwarding Complete ocean and air freight forwarding solutions providing competitive rates, routing options, and consolidation services for international shippers, including FCL/LCL, time-sensitive cargo, freight consolidation, and overweight items.
• Ocean Freight Ocean cargo services including Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) shipping options for international freight forwarding customers.
• Air Freight Air cargo services for time-sensitive international shipments with real-time tracking and dedicated customer support, offered under IATA-accredited standards.
• Trucking Domestic trucking and ground transportation services for cargo movement within the United States, supporting import and export supply chains.
• Customs Brokerage Expert customs clearance and regulatory compliance services supporting seamless movement of products across borders, including CBP Entry Type 86 informal entry processing, with technology-enabled brokerage operations.
• Export Solutions / Services for Foreign Agents Hassle-free shipping solutions for U.S.-based exporters and foreign agents, offering guaranteed on-time delivery and competitive export rates.
• Big-box/Retail Delivery Full-service logistics solutions for delivering products to major retailers and big-box stores, simplifying the retail delivery process and addressing retailer routing-guide compliance.
• Apparel/Footwear Logistics Specialized logistics services for apparel and footwear companies with expertise in managing logistics costs and service performance across complex import supply chains.
• IT Asset Logistics Specialty logistics and server relocation services supporting companies in mining, data storage, and ASIC/GPU computing facility spaces, with project management for sensitive equipment.
• Contract Furniture Logistics Expert logistics services, support, and purchase order management for commercial contract furniture projects, with coordinated delivery management for large-scale installations.
• Specialty/Organic Food Logistics High-touch customer support for food imports with dedicated teams of specialty and organic food logistics experts, addressing complex regulatory requirements and temperature-sensitive handling.
• Start-up Logistics Solutions Logistics solutions tailored for startup companies entering the market, providing freight forwarding and supply chain support suited to smaller shippers.
• Foreign Fulfillment at Origin Strategic warehousing and fulfillment solutions leveraging global partner networks to lower costs by fulfilling orders at origin before international shipment.
• CBP Entry Type 86 Services Customs clearance services utilizing CBP's Entry Type 86 program for streamlined informal entry processing of qualifying shipments.

Named customers7 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• WCA (World Cargo Alliance)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKesco is a member of WCA, a global network of freight forwarders providing worldwide coverage and cooperation between independent freight forwarding companies. This partnership enables Kesco to offer consistent service globally through partner connections.
• IATA (International Air Transport Association)coreTechnology or IntegrationIATA accreditation enables Kesco to handle air freight shipments internationally. IATA membership provides standardized procedures and industry recognition for air cargo operations.
• CNScoreTechnology or IntegrationCNS (possibly a customs/network system provider) partnership enables technology integration for customs brokerage and freight forwarding operations.
• Global Agent and Warehouse NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExperienced agents and warehouses in key global shipping gateways around the world. Partners span from headquarters in New York City to locations in China, S.E. Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Standards applied to partners include technology use, facility management, and employee training requirements.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• DHL Global Forwarding: Global freight forwarding and customs brokerage arm of Deutsche Post DHL, providing end-to-end international supply chain solutions. Direct overlap with Kesco's services for large enterprise shippers.
• Kuehne+Nagel: One of the world's largest freight forwarders with full ocean, air, and customs brokerage capabilities globally. Overlaps significantly with Kesco's service portfolio but operates at vastly greater scale across all geographies.
• Expeditors International: Major global freight forwarder with strong ocean, air, and customs brokerage operations, particularly across the trans-Pacific. Competes with Kesco for enterprise Asia-to-U.S. shippers but with much broader geographic and service coverage.
• CEVA Logistics: Global logistics provider offering freight forwarding, contract logistics, and customs services. Overlaps with Kesco in apparel, retail, and Asia-to-U.S. forwarding lanes, with broader end-to-end supply chain capabilities.
• Yusen Logistics: Japan-headquartered global logistics company offering ocean, air, and contract logistics. Overlaps with Kesco in apparel import forwarding and Asia-sourced goods flow into the U.S.
• Geodis: Global freight forwarder and contract logistics provider with strong retail and consumer goods vertical focus. Comparable to Kesco in serving apparel/footwear and big-box retail shippers.
• Nippon Express: Japanese global logistics provider offering freight forwarding, warehousing, and customs services. Comparable to Kesco's Asia-origin forwarding capabilities for retail and apparel shippers.

Direct peers

• Flexport: Digital-first global freight forwarder offering ocean, air, and customs services to enterprise shippers. Competes directly with Kesco in mid-market Asia-to-U.S. forwarding lanes, but with a technology-led platform approach.
• Hellmann Worldwide Logistics: Mid-to-large sized family-owned global freight forwarder with strong apparel and fashion vertical expertise. Highly comparable to Kesco in customer profile (apparel shippers) and Asia-to-U.S. trade lane focus.

Regional players

• Kerry Logistics Network: Asia-headquartered global forwarder with strong intra-Asia and Asia-to-U.S. capabilities. Competes with Kesco in apparel and consumer goods forwarding from Asian origins, with deeper Asian footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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