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Coyote Logistics
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Coyote Logistics
Websiteurl
coyote.com
Company typeenum
Private
Founded yearint
2006
Operating statusenum
Operating
Ownership categoryenum
Headcount rangeband
5,001–10,000
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersChicago, United States
HQ citystring
Chicago
HQ countrystring
United States
HQ regionstring
North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices1 record

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
freight brokerage services, third-party logistics, truckload shipping, supply chain management, carrier network
Industry3 codes
1Cross-Border Freight Brokerage (USMCA/EU, etc.)
CodeTLADAMANPrimaryYes
2Intermodal Drayage Coordination & Port/Rail Ramp Transfers
CodeTLACAEAHPrimaryNo
3Drayage & Intermodal Dispatch Management
CodeTLAIAEAGPrimaryNo
NAICS code3 codes
  • Freight Transportation Arrangement4885
  • Freight Transportation Arrangement488510
  • Freight Transportation Arrangement48851
SIC code1 code
  • Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo4731
Product category
Freight Brokerage Services
GTM motion1 record

Each record includes

Type, Description, Source

Revenue model1 record
1Freight Brokerage Services
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

Coyote Logistics generated revenue as a freight broker by arranging transportation of freight for shippers and coordinating with carriers. Revenue came from transaction fees and brokerage commissions on freight moved across truckload, LTL, intermodal, and other modes.

freightwaves.com
Distribution channels2 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components5 values
Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain
GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeServices
Services
Brand1 record
1CoyoteGO
Description

Digital freight platform and carrier management system operated by Coyote Logistics under RXO

rxo.com
Core offering1 text field

Coyote Logistics operates as a third-party freight broker that connects shippers needing to move goods with carriers having available capacity across North America. The company arranges transportation of freight across truckload, LTL, intermodal, drayage, expedited, cross-border, and last-mile delivery modes. Following its September 2024 acquisition by RXO Inc., Coyote operates within RXO's integrated freight platform alongside the CoyoteGO digital freight technology, serving enterprise shippers requiring multi-modal transportation solutions.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Product overview1 text field

RXO operates a multi-modal freight and logistics platform combining proprietary technology with extensive carrier networks. The core platform is RXO Connect™, a digital freight marketplace that uses machine learning and AI with billions of data points for real-time freight visibility and management. For carriers, RXO Drive™ and CoyoteGO (the acquired Coyote Logistics brand) provide load access and operational management tools. RXO Extra adds a carrier marketplace with rewards and fuel card programs. The service portfolio spans truckload brokerage (with access to 150,000 independent carriers and 1.8 million trucks), LTL, intermodal, drayage, expedited, cross-border, ocean/air freight forwarding, last-mile delivery (largest outsourced provider for heavy goods), managed transportation ($4B annually), and customs brokerage.

Product and service1 record
1Truckload Services
Scale indicator3 records

Each record includes

Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership1 partner
1RXO Inc.
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Coyote Logistics was acquired by RXO Inc. in September 2024 for $1.025 billion. The acquisition made RXO the third-largest freight broker in North America with combined gross revenue of approximately $7 billion. Coyote now operates as a subsidiary/brand under RXO's portfolio, with its CoyoteGO platform integrated into RXO Connect.

Recent move5 records

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight5 records

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Type, Description

Peers10 records
1C.H. Robinson Worldwide
TypeDirect peer
Description

Largest North American non-asset freight broker; competes head-to-head with Coyote in truckload, LTL, intermodal, and managed transportation across the same enterprise shipper base. Most directly comparable peer on business model and customer profile.

2RXO Inc.
TypeDirect peer
Description

Parent of Coyote Logistics and a major North American freight brokerage in its own right; overlaps Coyote on truckload, LTL, managed transport, and last-mile delivery and now shares the same carrier network and shipper book.

3J.B. Hunt Transport Services
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Asset-based carrier with a large integrated brokerage and intermodal segment; competes with Coyote for enterprise truckload and intermodal freight while also operating its own trucks. A broader incumbent with overlapping freight brokerage operations.

4Hub Group
TypeDirect peer
Description

Asset-light logistics provider with a sizable intermodal franchise and growing brokerage business; directly competes with Coyote in intermodal drayage and truckload brokerage for mid-to-large shippers.

5Landstar System
TypeDirect peer
Description

Asset-light freight network using owner-operators and agents; competes with Coyote in truckload and expedited, particularly for irregular routes and smaller shippers. Business model of variable-cost capacity is highly comparable.

6Echo Global Logistics
TypeDirect peer
Description

Technology-enabled North American freight broker with truckload and LTL offerings; directly comparable to Coyote on technology-driven brokerage model and target mid-market shipper base (taken private by The Jordan Company in 2021).

7Uber Freight
TypeEmerging player
Description

Digital freight marketplace that modernized truckload brokerage with a self-serve app and Transplace-style managed transport capabilities; competes with Coyote especially on digital-native shippers and carrier self-service onboarding.

8Schneider National
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Large asset-based truckload and intermodal carrier that has expanded into brokerage and managed transportation; competes with Coyote for enterprise freight while also operating its own fleet.

9DSV
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Global freight forwarder and road transport provider; expanded in North America through DB Schenker and Panalpina acquisitions and competes with Coyote's cross-border, freight forwarding, and customs brokerage services.

10Kuehne+Nagel
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Global logistics provider with significant North American road freight, ocean, and air forwarding; competes with Coyote's freight forwarding and cross-border capabilities for enterprise customers with international supply chains.

Market position
Strengths5 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Weaknesses5 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Competitive moat5 records

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Key risks6 records

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Key highlights7 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Customer concentration

Classification, Details

Segment2 records

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Title, Type, Primary, Description, Pain point addressed, Use case, Source

Ideal customer profile2 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
Yes
API detail
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No

Docs URL, Description

AI maturity
App detail

Has app

Feature1 record

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Title, Differentiator, Description, Source

Core technology
Revenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Number of profiles
Profiles5 records

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Name, Designation, Designation category, Overview, Profile commentary, Source

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Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds

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Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors

Each record includes

Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A1 record

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Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

Each record includes

Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

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Coyote Logistics

Freight Brokerage Servicescoyote.com

Coyote Logistics firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Coyote Logistics
Legal name
Coyote Logistics
Website
https://coyote.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
2006
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
5,001–10,000 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Coyote Logistics industry classification

Industry
Product category
Freight Brokerage Services
NAICS
Freight Transportation Arrangement (4885), Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851)
SIC
Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)
akta.pro primary industry
Cross-Border Freight Brokerage (USMCA/EU, etc.) (TLADAMAN)
akta.pro secondary industries
Intermodal Drayage Coordination & Port/Rail Ramp Transfers (TLACAEAH), Drayage & Intermodal Dispatch Management (TLAIAEAG)

Keywords

  • Freight brokerage services
  • Third-party logistics
  • Truckload shipping
  • Supply chain management
  • Carrier network

Where Coyote Logistics is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Chicago
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

Coyote Logistics business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

  1. Freight Brokerage Services: Coyote Logistics generated revenue as a freight broker by arranging transportation of freight for shippers and coordinating with carriers. Revenue came from transaction fees and brokerage commissions on freight moved across truckload, LTL, intermodal, and other modes.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Coyote Logistics product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Coyote Logistics operates as a third-party freight broker that connects shippers needing to move goods with carriers having available capacity across North America. The company arranges transportation of freight across truckload, LTL, intermodal, drayage, expedited, cross-border, and last-mile delivery modes. Following its September 2024 acquisition by RXO Inc., Coyote operates within RXO's integrated freight platform alongside the CoyoteGO digital freight technology, serving enterprise shippers requiring multi-modal transportation solutions.

Product overview

RXO operates a multi-modal freight and logistics platform combining proprietary technology with extensive carrier networks. The core platform is RXO Connect™, a digital freight marketplace that uses machine learning and AI with billions of data points for real-time freight visibility and management. For carriers, RXO Drive™ and CoyoteGO (the acquired Coyote Logistics brand) provide load access and operational management tools. RXO Extra adds a carrier marketplace with rewards and fuel card programs. The service portfolio spans truckload brokerage (with access to 150,000 independent carriers and 1.8 million trucks), LTL, intermodal, drayage, expedited, cross-border, ocean/air freight forwarding, last-mile delivery (largest outsourced provider for heavy goods), managed transportation ($4B annually), and customs brokerage.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • CoyoteGO: Digital freight platform and carrier management system operated by Coyote Logistics under RXO

Products and services

  • Truckload Services

Companies that use Coyote Logistics

Customer profile

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Coyote Logistics technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Coyote Logistics partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

  • RXO Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoyote Logistics was acquired by RXO Inc. in September 2024 for $1.025 billion. The acquisition made RXO the third-largest freight broker in North America with combined gross revenue of approximately $7 billion. Coyote now operates as a subsidiary/brand under RXO's portfolio, with its CoyoteGO platform integrated into RXO Connect.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Coyote Logistics competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • C.H. Robinson Worldwide: Largest North American non-asset freight broker; competes head-to-head with Coyote in truckload, LTL, intermodal, and managed transportation across the same enterprise shipper base. Most directly comparable peer on business model and customer profile.
  • RXO Inc. Parent of Coyote Logistics and a major North American freight brokerage in its own right; overlaps Coyote on truckload, LTL, managed transport, and last-mile delivery and now shares the same carrier network and shipper book.
  • Hub Group: Asset-light logistics provider with a sizable intermodal franchise and growing brokerage business; directly competes with Coyote in intermodal drayage and truckload brokerage for mid-to-large shippers.
  • Landstar System: Asset-light freight network using owner-operators and agents; competes with Coyote in truckload and expedited, particularly for irregular routes and smaller shippers. Business model of variable-cost capacity is highly comparable.
  • Echo Global Logistics: Technology-enabled North American freight broker with truckload and LTL offerings; directly comparable to Coyote on technology-driven brokerage model and target mid-market shipper base (taken private by The Jordan Company in 2021).

Broad incumbents

  • J.B. Hunt Transport Services: Asset-based carrier with a large integrated brokerage and intermodal segment; competes with Coyote for enterprise truckload and intermodal freight while also operating its own trucks. A broader incumbent with overlapping freight brokerage operations.
  • Schneider National: Large asset-based truckload and intermodal carrier that has expanded into brokerage and managed transportation; competes with Coyote for enterprise freight while also operating its own fleet.
  • DSV: Global freight forwarder and road transport provider; expanded in North America through DB Schenker and Panalpina acquisitions and competes with Coyote's cross-border, freight forwarding, and customs brokerage services.
  • Kuehne+Nagel: Global logistics provider with significant North American road freight, ocean, and air forwarding; competes with Coyote's freight forwarding and cross-border capabilities for enterprise customers with international supply chains.

Emerging players

  • Uber Freight: Digital freight marketplace that modernized truckload brokerage with a self-serve app and Transplace-style managed transport capabilities; competes with Coyote especially on digital-native shippers and carrier self-service onboarding.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Coyote Logistics social profiles

Digital presence

Coyote Logistics financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Coyote Logistics leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Coyote Logistics funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Coyote Logistics M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A1 record

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Coyote Logistics

What does Coyote Logistics do?

Coyote Logistics operates as a third-party freight broker that connects shippers needing to move goods with carriers having available capacity across North America. The company arranges transportation of freight across truckload, LTL, intermodal, drayage, expedited, cross-border, and last-mile delivery modes. Following its September 2024 acquisition by RXO Inc., Coyote operates within RXO's integrated freight platform alongside the CoyoteGO digital freight technology, serving enterprise shippers requiring multi-modal transportation solutions.

Is Coyote Logistics a public or private company?

Coyote Logistics is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.

When was Coyote Logistics founded?

Coyote Logistics was founded in 2006. It employs 5,001 to 10,000 people.

Where is Coyote Logistics based?

Coyote Logistics is headquartered in Chicago, United States, in the North America region.

How does Coyote Logistics make money?

One revenue line is on record: freight Brokerage Services.

Who are Coyote Logistics's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are C.H. Robinson Worldwide, RXO Inc., Hub Group, Landstar System and Echo Global Logistics. Broad incumbents are J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Schneider National, DSV and Kuehne+Nagel. Uber Freight is listed as an emerging player.

Does Coyote Logistics have an API?

No public API is recorded for Coyote Logistics.

What industry is Coyote Logistics in?

Coyote Logistics's product category is Freight Brokerage Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is TLADAMAN, Cross-Border Freight Brokerage (USMCA/EU, etc.), with a secondary code of TLACAEAH, Intermodal Drayage Coordination & Port/Rail Ramp Transfers. Its NAICS code is 4885 and its SIC code is 4731.

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Transport TopicsLogistics Sectors Face Mixed Results in 2025Challenging conditions in 2025 produced mixed results across North American third-party logistics providers, with freight brokers and warehousing providers outperforming other segments despite persistent excess capacity and depressed freight rates. Consolidation continued reshaping the competitive landscape, exemplified by Echo Global Logistics' acquisition of ITS Logistics and RXO's climb to the No. 5 position following its late-2024 purchase of Coyote Logistics, which boosted RXO's gross revenue to $4.23 billion. The warehousing sector maintained growth through capacity expansion and AI-driven automation, while Total Quality Logistics moved up to become the No. 2 freight broker, surpassing J.B. Hunt Transport Services.IsmTop Third Party Logistics Companies in the USThis article presents a comprehensive market analysis comparing the top third-party logistics (3PL) companies in the United States for 2025, based on Armstrong & Associates and Transport Topics data. Amazon leads the U.S. market with approximately $156 billion in gross logistics revenue, followed by C.H. Robinson ($16.8B), GXO Logistics ($11.7B), J.B. Hunt ($11.4B), and UPS Supply Chain Solutions ($11.2B). The report highlights ongoing consolidation in the sector, including RXO's acquisition of Coyote Logistics for over $1 billion, Schneider's purchase of Cowan Systems for $390 million, and DSV's agreement to acquire DB Schenker from Deutsche Bahn for approximately $15.9 billion.Best Free Load BoardNext Billion-Dollar Logistics Technology StartUps of FutureThe article profiles 12 logistics technology startups across nine countries, including Coyote Logistics, Convoy, and Huochebang, highlighting their roles in digitizing freight transportation. It details recent strategic developments such as acquisitions by major carriers like UPS and partnerships with firms like Unilever, alongside significant venture capital funding rounds that have valued several companies near or at the billion-dollar mark. These entities are utilizing digital platforms to connect shippers with truckers, aiming to increase efficiency and reduce fragmentation in the global logistics sector.LinkedInWhat Recent 3PL M&A Activity Reveals About Building an Exit-Ready BusinessThe article discusses recent consolidation and merger activity in the third-party logistics (3PL) industry, highlighting major deals such as DSV's acquisition of DB Schenker and RXO's purchase of Coyote Logistics. It emphasizes market trends favoring technology integration, diversified services, and geographic expansion to attract buyers and achieve high valuations. The piece concludes with strategic advice for small to medium-sized 3PLs to prepare for profitable exit opportunities amid ongoing industry consolidation.Transport TopicsTop 100 3PLs Face Slow Growth, Trade UncertaintyTransport Topics' 2025 Top 100 Logistics Companies ranking reveals continued slow growth for North America's largest third-party logistics providers, with most companies posting modest revenue increases in 2024 while about a third saw declines amid ongoing trade uncertainty from potential tariffs. Amazon.com Inc. retained the top position, followed by C.H. Robinson Worldwide and GXO, which climbed to No. 3 with $11.7 billion in revenue. The sector saw significant M&A activity including RXO's $1 billion acquisition of Coyote Logistics from UPS and DSV's pending $15.9 billion purchase of DB Schenker from Deutsche Bahn.Future Data Stats (FDS)1 new messageFuture Data Stats released a comprehensive market research report on the global ride-hailing services industry, valuing the market at USD 375 Billion in 2024 with a projected CAGR of 10.2%. The analysis highlights key growth drivers such as AI integration and electric vehicle adoption, while detailing significant corporate activities including Uber's acquisition of Coyote Logistics and Didi Chuxing's investments in Latin America and Africa.RxoRXO Completes Acquisition of Coyote LogisticsRXO has completed the acquisition of Coyote Logistics from UPS for $1.025 billion, establishing itself as the third-largest provider of brokered transportation in North America. This transaction expands RXO's customer base and carrier network while integrating Coyote’s technology and personnel into its operations.Business Wire BlogRXO Announces Upsizing and Pricing of Common Stock Offering Associated with Financing Acquisition of Coyote Logistics from UPSRXO has upsized its public offering of common stock to $500 million with a price set at $26.00 per share to finance the acquisition of Coyote Logistics from UPS, expected to be completed by September 20, 2024. The company also granted underwriters an option to purchase additional shares, and the offering will close subject to customary conditions. RXO intends to use proceeds for general corporate purposes if the acquisition does not go through.FinSMEsRXO To Acquire Coyote Logistics From UPS, for USD1.025 BillionRXO acquired Coyote Logistics from UPS for $1.025 billion. Coyote, a third-party logistics provider, generated $3.2 billion in revenue in 2023. The deal is accretive to RXO's adjusted diluted EPS and free cash flow.BenzingaRXO To Buy Coyote Logistics From UPS In Billion-Dollar Deal - What's On The Move? Why Transportation SoluRXO, Inc. has agreed to acquire Coyote Logistics from United Parcel Service, Inc. for $1.025 billion in cash, with the deal financed through equity investments from MFN Partners and Orbis Investments alongside debt. RXO's board has unanimously approved the transaction, expected to close by the end of 2024 pending customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Upon completion, RXO will become the third-largest provider of brokered transportation services in North America, with the deal anticipated to immediately enhance adjusted EPS and adjusted free cash flow while generating at least $25 million in annualized cost synergies.