FW Logistics

What FW Logistics does

FW Logistics is a family-owned, third-party logistics (3PL) provider founded in 1949 and headquartered in Belleville, Illinois. The company operates 29 warehouse locations spanning 7,000,000+ square feet across the U.S. Midwest, Southeast, and West Coast, supported by an asset-based trucking fleet of 85+ trucks. Its service portfolio is organized into three integrated lines: warehousing (cold storage with blast-freezing capability, dry storage, FDA-compliant food-grade warehousing, and certified hazmat storage for chemical classes 2, 3, 5, 6, and 8); trucking (asset-based OTR and local trucking plus freight brokerage through a vetted carrier network); and logistics (distribution, cross-docking, and order fulfillment including e-commerce pick-and-pack). The customer base of 180+ clients spans retail, consumer products, chemical manufacturing, technology, food and beverage, and e-commerce.

The company's technology stack is built on industry-standard logistics platforms rather than proprietary AI. Warehouse operations run on HighJump WMS and Navision ERP, with real-time inventory tracking and GPS-enabled shipment visibility accessible to customers through an online client portal that supports inventory monitoring, truckload scheduling, and shipping document access. FW Logistics has accumulated a substantial regulatory and certification base — ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS, AIB International GMP Superior rating, FDA food-grade compliance, and hazmat handling certifications — which functions as a primary competitive barrier in regulated end markets. The firm has been recognized as a Top 30 U.S. Warehousing Solution and received IWLA safety recognition in 2018.

Commercially, FW Logistics operates a sales-led, consultative go-to-market model. Pricing is quote-based and tailored to customer requirements across product type, storage specifications, and shipment volumes, with revenue generated through recurring warehousing contracts, transactional transportation fees, and managed-services fees for fulfillment and distribution. The company sells direct to enterprise and mid-market customers via a website, phone (877-FWDRIVE), and dedicated inside and field sales teams. Ownership and senior leadership are concentrated in the founding Cusumano family, with Mark Cusumano as CEO, John Cusumano as VP, Mike Cusumano as VP of Safety and Compliance, and complemented by a non-family C-suite (Greg Lorenzo COO, Gary Sahrmann CFO, Richard Carver VP of Business Development). The company is privately held with no disclosed external investors, no M&A history, and no public funding rounds.

Name

FW Logistics

Legal name

FW Logistics

Website

https://fwlogistics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

FW Logistics is a family-owned U.S. third-party logistics provider founded in 1949, operating 29 warehouses (7M+ sq ft) and an 85+ truck fleet. It serves retail, food & beverage, chemicals, and manufacturing clients with integrated warehousing, trucking, and fulfillment services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Third-Party Logistics Services (3PL)

NAICS

General Warehousing and Storage (493110), Refrigerated Warehousing and Storage (493120), Freight Transportation Arrangement (4885), General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance (48412)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

E-commerce & Fulfillment Warehousing (Dedicated/Shared) (TLAIACAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cross-Dock & Transload Operations (Short-Dwell) (TLAIACAI), Reverse Logistics: Refurbishment, Recommerce & Secondary Market Prep (TLAIADAF)

Keywords

• Third-party logistics services
• Warehousing and storage
• Cold chain logistics
• Freight brokerage
• Hazmat storage

Headquarters

HQ city

East Saint Louis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Warehousing and Storage Services: Provides warehousing services including cold storage, dry storage, food-grade storage, and hazmat storage with monthly or contract-based billing
2. Transportation and Trucking: Asset-based trucking services including OTR, local trucking, and freight brokerage for long-haul and short-haul delivery
3. Logistics and Fulfillment: Distribution services, cross-docking, and order fulfillment services coordinating inventory, transportation, and delivery
4. Freight Brokerage: Connects shipments with vetted carriers nationwide through TMS technology and freight analytics

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

FW Logistics is a third-party logistics (3PL) provider that delivers integrated warehousing, transportation, and fulfillment services to enterprise and mid-market customers. Core offerings include specialized storage (cold storage, dry storage, food-grade warehousing, and hazmat storage), asset-based trucking (OTR, local, and freight brokerage), and value-added logistics (distribution, cross-docking, and order fulfillment), supported by an advanced Warehouse Management System and client portal.

Product overview

FW Logistics is a third-party logistics (3PL) provider offering an integrated suite of warehousing, trucking, and logistics services. The core offering consists of specialized storage solutions (Cold Storage, Dry Storage, Food-Grade Warehousing, and Hazmat Warehouse Solutions) combined with transportation services (Freight Brokerage, OTR Trucking, and Local Trucking) and logistics operations (Distribution Services, Cross-Docking, and Fulfillment). The company operates 29 warehouse locations across 7 states with over 7 million square feet of space and an owned trucking fleet. Technology infrastructure includes an advanced Warehouse Management System (WMS) and online customer portal enabling real-time inventory visibility, truckload scheduling, and document access. Established in 1949, FW Logistics positions itself as a full-service 3PL partner handling everything from food-grade and hazmat storage to eCommerce fulfillment and nationwide distribution.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cold Storage Temperature-controlled cold storage facilities for perishable goods, including blast freezing and multi-temperature zones for frozen foods, dairy, produce, and other temperature-sensitive inventory.
• Dry Storage Clean, secure ambient storage for non-perishable goods, electronics, paper products, and general merchandise.
• Food-Grade Warehousing FDA-compliant facilities designed to safely store packaged food, beverages, supplements, and related consumable goods with food safety certifications including SQF and AIB.
• Hazmat Warehouse Solutions Specialized storage with spill containment and regulatory compliance for flammable, corrosive, and hazardous industrial materials, certified to handle Class 2, 3, 5, 6, and 8 chemicals.
• Local Trucking Short-haul delivery solutions with same-day and next-day service in key metro regions nationwide, utilizing day cabs, straight trucks, and liftgate-equipped trailers for urban delivery.
• OTR Trucking Long-haul freight transportation nationwide with dry van, reefer, flatbed, and step deck equipment, featuring real-time GPS tracking and compliance-driven operations with Electronic Logging Devices.
• Freight Brokerage Connects shipments with a nationwide network of vetted carriers for flexible, cost-effective freight solutions, handling dry vans, reefers, tankers, and flatbeds.
• Distribution Services Regional and national distribution from multiple strategic hubs across the nationwide warehouse network to reduce delivery times and increase inventory efficiency.
• Cross-Docking Services Transfer of inbound products directly to outbound trucks with minimal storage time for reduced transit costs and faster delivery.
• Fulfillment Order fulfillment services including pick and pack operations, inventory management, and eCommerce shipping solutions integrated with warehousing and trucking.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced supply chain costs through integrated warehousing and transportation
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• RXO: Tech-enabled freight brokerage spin-off from XPO with managed transportation and last-mile services; comparable to FW's brokerage and freight arrangement revenue lines.
• Kenco Logistics: Third-party logistics provider offering warehousing, transportation, and material handling services; comparable to FW Logistics as a multi-service 3PL serving retail, manufacturing, and consumer goods customers.
• DHL Supply Chain: Global 3PL offering contract warehousing, transportation, and fulfillment across multiple verticals; directly comparable to FW Logistics as a multi-service 3PL serving food, retail, and industrial customers with owned and operated assets.
• GXO Logistics: Pure-play contract logistics provider with extensive warehousing footprint and dedicated transportation; competes directly with FW in warehousing, e-commerce fulfillment, and value-added services for retail and consumer goods customers.
• NFI Industries: Family-owned 3PL providing dedicated transportation, warehousing, and distribution; similarly comparable to FW in operating an asset-based model with vertically-specialized storage and a long operating history.
• Penske Logistics: Asset-based 3PL subsidiary of Penske with dedicated warehousing, contract logistics, and supply chain consulting; directly comparable to FW for integrated warehousing and dedicated transportation services.
• Hub Group: Asset-based 3PL with intermodal, trucking, and warehousing capabilities; comparable to FW Logistics in offering integrated supply chain solutions with owned assets across the US.

Broad incumbents

• XPO Logistics: Large North American LTL and logistics provider with significant warehousing and brokerage; relevant as a broader incumbent with overlapping capabilities in transportation-managed services and contract logistics.
• C.H. Robinson: One of the largest third-party logistics providers globally, with extensive freight brokerage, managed services, and dedicated capacity; relevant as a wide-portfolio incumbent competing with FW for shipper relationships.

Regional players

• Millennium Logistics: Mid-sized 3PL with warehousing, transportation, and dedicated fleet services; comparable to FW Logistics as a regional asset-based provider with similar multi-service offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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