VIP Transport

What VIP Transport does

VIP Transport is a 1982-founded, women-owned (WBENC-certified since 2011) specialized logistics company headquartered in Corona, California. As an authorized agent for Mayflower Transit and United Van Lines, it provides climate-controlled residential, commercial, fine art, medical, aerospace, and white glove final-mile transportation services across the US, Canada, and internationally, with regional hubs in California, Nevada, and Maryland.

Name

VIP Transport

Legal name

VIP Transport, Inc.

Website

https://viptransport.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Moving and Logistics Services

SIC

Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210), Transportation Services (4700)

akta.pro primary industry

Heavy Vehicle & Equipment Transport (RVs, Trucks, Buses) (HSAKAFAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Inoperable / Non-Running Vehicle Transport (HSAKAFAI)

Keywords

• Residential moving services
• Commercial relocation
• Fine art transportation
• Medical equipment logistics
• Climate-controlled shipping

Headquarters

HQ city

Corona

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Residential Moving Services: Local and long-distance residential relocations with guaranteed pricing, $0 deposits, and dedicated crews. Revenue generated from move fees based on distance, volume, and service level.
2. Commercial Relocation: Office and business moves with background-checked crews working nights and weekends. Fortune 500 trusted commercial relocation services.
3. Specialized Logistics: Fine art transport, museum logistics, medical equipment relocation, laboratory moves, aerospace transport, trade show exhibits, concert and symphony tours, and technology/electronics shipping.
4. Storage Services: Climate-controlled, secure storage with flexible terms. 24/7 monitored vaults with month-to-month options and no fees.
5. Packing Services: Full-service packing, partial packing, fragile-only packing with premium materials. DIY supplies also available.
6. Custom Crating: Custom wooden crates for high-value items including fine art, sculptures, antiques, musical instruments. Reusable museum-style crates available.
7. White Glove Final Mile Delivery: Premium last-mile delivery for e-commerce retailers and furniture companies including inside delivery, unpacking, assembly, placement, and debris removal.
8. Protection Plans: Optional protection packages offering additional valuation coverage, debris removal, wall mount services, and delay claim payments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

VIP Transport is a professional moving and logistics company operating as an authorized Mayflower and United Van Lines agent. It provides residential and commercial relocation, fine art and museum transport, medical and laboratory equipment moving, trade show logistics, and technology/electronics transportation using a climate-controlled fleet with real-time temperature monitoring, GPS tracking, and air-ride suspension. Services are delivered through company-owned facilities in California, Nevada, and Maryland with trained background-checked crews and no subcontracting.

Product overview

VIP Transport is a comprehensive moving and logistics company offering specialized transportation services as a unified platform. The core offering includes residential and commercial moving services supplemented by specialized divisions for fine art and museum transport, medical and laboratory equipment relocation, trade show and exhibit logistics, technology and electronics transport, and entertainment tour logistics. Key services include Climate-Controlled Transportation, High Value & Custom Crating, Storage Solutions, Packing Services, and White Glove Final Mile Delivery. The company operates as an authorized Mayflower and United Van Lines agent, providing nationwide coverage through its hub locations in Corona CA, Orange County CA, Las Vegas NV, and Jessup MD. Services are delivered through company-owned facilities, trained crews, and a climate-controlled fleet without the use of subcontractors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential Moving Full-service residential moving including local moves, long-distance relocations, professional packing, climate-controlled storage, vehicle shipping, and specialty item handling (pianos, antiques, fine art). Offers guaranteed pricing, $0 deposits, dedicated crews, and virtual survey estimates.
• Commercial Relocation Office and business relocation services with background-checked crews working nights and weekends to minimize downtime. Serves Fortune 500 companies and businesses requiring after-hours execution and chain-of-custody control.
• Trade Show & Exhibit Transportation Professional trade show and exhibit transportation services for convention centers nationwide including McCormick Place, Javits Center, Las Vegas Convention Center, and Moscone Center. Services include custom crating, GPS-tracked transport, advance warehouse coordination, on-site support, and reverse logistics.
• Medical & Healthcare Logistics Specialized medical equipment relocation including MRI scanners, CT systems, surgical equipment, and laboratory instruments. Services include cleanroom procedures per ISTA and ISPE standards, FDA re-certification documentation, and Joint Commission compliance.
• Life Sciences Transportation Climate-controlled transportation for life sciences companies with dedicated drivers, chain-of-custody tracking, and zero handoffs for sensitive research equipment and laboratory materials.
• Piano Moving Specialized concert grand piano and musical instrument transport with climate-controlled trailers, air-ride suspension, custom piano boards per ASTM D6179 specifications, and handlers trained to AAM standards.
• Fine Art Transportation Museum-quality fine art transport with custom crating to ASTM D6179 specifications, climate control per ASHRAE guidelines, AAM-trained handlers, courier accompaniment, and white-glove installation.
• High Value & Custom Crating Custom crating and packaging solutions for high-value items including fine art, sculptures, antiques, musical instruments, electronics, and medical equipment. Uses archival-quality materials, kiln-dried lumber, and acid-free foam; includes reusable museum-style crates for traveling exhibitions.
• Concert & Symphony Tour Logistics Nationwide concert tour logistics, symphony transportation, and live entertainment tour support including climate-controlled instrument transport, multi-city load-in coordination, dual-driver expedited runs, real-time GPS tracking, TSA-certified airport clearance, and customs support.
• Senior Moving Services Compassionate senior moving services including downsizing assistance, assisted living moves, retirement community relocations, and estate moves. ATA ProMover certified team with patient, specialized training for emotional transitions.
• White Glove Final Mile Delivery Premium white glove final mile delivery for e-commerce retailers, furniture companies, and high-value goods. Includes inside delivery, unpacking, professional assembly, room-of-choice placement, and complete debris removal. Achieves 98% on-time delivery rate with 0.3% damage rate.
• Technology & Electronics Transportation ESD-safe moving services for servers, data centers, robotics, and sensitive electronics. Includes hot/cold migration, anti-static packaging, Faraday cage protection, climate-controlled shipping (60-75°F), and vibration monitoring.
• Storage Solutions Secure, climate-controlled storage with VIP-owned facilities across California, Nevada, and Maryland plus 25M+ sq ft of network capacity. Includes 24/7 security monitoring, flexible terms, full insurance coverage, and digital inventory tracking.
• Packing Services Professional packing services including full-service packing, partial packing, fragile-only packing, and DIY supplies. Trained packers use premium materials for fine art, antiques, electronics, and musical instruments with unpacking services available.
• Laboratory Relocation Precision laboratory equipment relocation with cleanroom procedures, chain-of-custody documentation, and compliance with pharmaceutical engineering guidelines.
• Climate-Controlled Transportation Real-time temperature monitoring from pickup to delivery with temperature control down to -80°C for sensitive items including irreplaceable artifacts, biological samples, and research materials.
• Hospitality Logistics Hotel, resort, and FF&E (furniture, fixtures & equipment) installation logistics with weekend service availability.
• Aerospace & Defense Transportation Specialized aerospace and defense logistics with DOD-compliant handling for spacecraft components and mission-critical equipment.
• LTL & Truckload Less-than-truckload and full truckload shipping services for commercial cargo.
• Flatbed, Oversized & Rigging Flatbed shipping and specialized rigging services for oversized cargo requiring specialized handling and equipment.

Quantifiable outcome

• 500,000+ families and businesses served since 1982
• +11 more outcomes

Named customers23 records

Segments11 records

Ideal customer profiles10 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Mayflower TransitcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVIP Transport is an authorized Mayflower Transit agent, providing residential, commercial, fine art, laboratory, and aerospace moving services through the Mayflower network nationwide. Access to Mayflower's nationwide agent network, storage facilities, and brand credibility. Mayflower DOT #125563.
• United Van LinescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVIP Transport is an authorized United Van Lines agent, providing full-service moving capabilities through the United network. Top-rated carrier status in the United system. United DOT #077949.

Scale indicators39 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Masterpiece International: Masterpiece International is a specialized fine art logistics company offering museum-quality transport, climate-controlled shipping, custom crating, and international art logistics. Directly comparable to VIP Transport's fine art and museum division, competing for the same institutional clients (museums, galleries, collectors).
• Graebel Van Lines: Graebel is a major US van line offering residential, commercial, and international relocation services with specialty divisions for high-value moves. Comparable to VIP Transport as a van line-affiliated specialty mover, though Graebel operates at significantly larger scale.
• Cadogan Tate Fine Art: Cadogan Tate is a global fine art logistics specialist providing museum-grade packing, climate-controlled transport, installation, and storage for galleries, museums, and collectors. Direct competitor to VIP Transport's fine art and museum services, with stronger international footprint.
• Two Men and a Truck: Two Men and a Truck is the largest franchised moving company in the US, offering local and long-distance residential and commercial moving. Comparable to VIP Transport in residential and commercial moving services, though franchise model differs and lacks specialty fine art/medical divisions.
• Crown Worldwide Group: Crown Worldwide operates global moving, relocation, and logistics services with deep specialty in fine art transport, museum logistics, and corporate relocation. Comparable to VIP Transport in its specialty international moves and museum/fine art capabilities, though Crown has stronger Asia-Pacific presence.
• Suddath Moving & Storage: Suddath is a major US moving and logistics company offering residential, commercial, and specialized services (including fine art, medical, and technology moves). Comparable to VIP Transport in its multi-vertical specialty focus and national agency relationships, though Suddath operates at significantly larger scale.
• Craters & Freighters: Craters & Freighters is a nationwide specialty crating, packing, and shipping company serving high-value items including electronics, medical equipment, antiques, and industrial equipment. Comparable to VIP Transport's custom crating and specialty logistics services.

Emerging players

• uShip: uShip is an online marketplace connecting customers with moving, shipping, and delivery providers. Represents the digital-native competitive threat to traditional moving companies like VIP Transport, particularly in residential and small-shipment segments.

Broad incumbents

• North American Van Lines: North American Van Lines is a major US van line with full-service residential, commercial, and international relocation capabilities through nationwide agent network. Comparable to VIP Transport's Mayflower/United affiliations, operating as a broad incumbent.
• Atlas Van Lines: Atlas Van Lines is one of the largest US van lines with nationwide agent network offering residential, commercial, and international moving. Comparable to VIP Transport's van line network affiliation, though Atlas operates as a much larger incumbent with broader capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/vipmayflower
• Facebookfacebook.com/vipmayflower
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/vip-transport-inc.

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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