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3 days ago
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WWEX Group Voted a Top 10 3PL in Inbound Logistics' 2025 Excellence Awards
Company makes top 5 debut in annual reader-voted rankings. DALLAS, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- WWEX Group, the third-party logistics (3PL) provider behind Worldwide Express, GlobalTranz, Unishippers, JEAR Logistics and BLX Logistics, has been voted #5 in Inbound Logistics' 2025 Top 10 3PL Excellence Awards in its first time appearing on the prestigious list. This debut highlights WWEX Group's mission to make it right for its customers by empowering its people to take ownership of outcomes and challenge themselves to create outstanding experiences for shippers. "Our team is deeply honored by this recognition, especially because it comes from the customers we serve every day," said Tom Madine, CEO of WWEX Group. "We've built WWEX Group on the belief that logistics should make business easier, not harder. And it's our scale, people, tech and carrier partnerships that turn shipping into a real advantage for our customers." A Full-Service 3PL Built for Modern Shipping WWEX Group is one of the fastest growing logistics providers in the country, with deep expertise across small package shipping, less-than-truckload (LTL), truckload (TL) and specialty freight. As the largest non-retail authorized reseller of UPS®, the company delivers enterprise-grade parcel solutions to businesses of all sizes. This means WWEX Group is one of the only 3PLs to offer every shipping mode. Through proprietary technology, WWEX Group also helps customers quote, book, track and analyze shipments in real time — creating visibility, control and actionable insights that transform logistics from an obstacle into a strategic advantage. WWEX Group has previously been recognized by Transport Topics as the #4 Top Freight Brokerage and one of the Top 100 Logistics Companies for 2025, ranked at #17. The company is also the #2 largest privately held freight broker in the U.S. "This ranking reflects the trust our customers place in us and the dedication of our teams across all our prestigious brands," said Joel Clum, COO of WWEX Group. "We're building a customer experience that delivers speed, scale and simplicity. And this award validates that we are succeeding." About the Awards The Inbound Logistics Top 10 3PL Excellence Awards are determined entirely by reader votes, with thousands of shippers and carriers nominating the logistics providers that deliver outstanding service, reliability and innovation. To enter the rankings in the top five is a strong recognition of WWEX Group's reputation as one of the most trusted names in logistics. About WWEX Group The WWEX Group family of brands, which includes Worldwide Express, GlobalTranz, Unishippers, JEAR Logistics and BLX Logistics, offers full-service logistics expertise to more than 113,000+ customers across the country while helping move more than 53 million+ shipments per year. With access to industry-leading small package, truckload, less-than-truckload and managed transportation solutions, its customers benefit from enhanced visibility and value for their supply chains. In 2024, the company had an annual systemwide revenue exceeding $4.4 billion through a network of company-owned, franchise and agent locations. A highly selective carrier portfolio, proprietary technology, unique data assets and business intelligence capabilities provide clients with unmatched options and flexibility to meet their shipping needs. To learn more about WWEX Group, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE WWEX Group Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
11-07-2025
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Wave Function™ and Packsmith.ai: Redefining E-Commerce with AI Logistics
Investment Fuels Next-Generation 3PL Innovation NEW BEDFORD, Mass. & LOS ANGELES, July 11, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wave Function™, a New Bedford, MA-based founding partnership company, has invested in a Los Angeles-based, AI-driven third-party logistics (3PL) provider transforming e-commerce fulfillment. This strategic investment supports Packsmith's mission to deliver intelligent, scalable logistics solutions for modern brands. To view the full article, visit redefines traditional 3PL services with an AI-powered platform offering real-time visibility into inventory, supply chain, demand forecasting, and order routing. Unlike conventional logistics, which often suffer from inefficiencies and opaque costs, Packsmith provides 30%–70% faster deliveries, right-sized inventory, and transparent pricing. Its bespoke strategies empower brands to scale seamlessly, replacing fragmented systems with streamlined operations. Key features include: Real-time inventory and supply chain tracking Proactive demand forecasting Intelligent order routing Transparent, no-lock-in pricing Packsmith's predictive analytics minimize waste and optimize shipping, ensuring efficiency and affordability for brands and customers alike. "We're passionate about supporting Founders who reimagine their industries," says Al Peters, Founder of Wave Function™. "Packsmith's platform sets a new standard for e-commerce logistics, and we're thrilled to join Ben and Simon on their journey." "Growth comes from reaching all customers better," says Ben Wunderman, Co-Founder and CEO of "Our platform delivers faster, more affordable fulfillment for brands." "We're proud to earn the trust of exciting names in commerce," says Simon Robb, Co-Founder and CTO. "Our technology removes logistical barriers, freeing brands to innovate." "Packsmith strengthens the e-commerce ecosystem with bespoke logistics and dedicated support," says Al Peters. "It's exciting to be part of their Founders' Journey." About Wave Function™ WaveFx provides strategic support and flexible funding to purpose-driven founders who are changing the world in technology, healthcare, energy, manufacturing and hospitality. Learn more at About based in Los Angeles, is an AI-powered 3PL provider revolutionizing e-commerce fulfillment with automation, predictive inventory management, and real-time order routing. Learn more at View source version on Contacts Al Peters, Founder, Wave Function™ at al@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
09-07-2025
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Kenco bolsters supply chain services with new contract packaging division
Kenco, a third-party logistics (3PL) provider, has announced the launch of its new contract packaging division, enhancing its end-to-end supply chain solutions with a focus on secondary packaging. The new division aims to streamline customer operations by offering comprehensive contract packaging services. These include retail-ready packaging and displays, assembly, fulfilment and e-commerce, promotional and speciality packaging, labelling and compliance, and process optimisation and continuous improvement. Kenco CEO Denis Reilly said: 'Kenco's customers have long counted our comprehensive range of 3PL capabilities as one of our key differentiators, and today we've made our offerings even stronger. 'Customers no longer need a separate step in their supply chain to package durable goods - we've streamlined packaging, so customers can streamline their operations.' This strategic move reinforces Kenco's role as a one-stop shop for supply chain management. Group vice-president Rob Doyle will oversee the new division, supported by a team with over a century of combined packaging experience. The division will concentrate on assisting clients in implementing lean practices and leveraging real-time data to improve packaging efficiency and lower costs. Additionally, the team will work to automate and optimise processes to boost performance and reduce waste. Doyle said: 'Everything we do at Kenco is designed to make our customers' supply chains more efficient. This new division will provide users the right packaging to make their products pop on the shelves while cutting costs and improving sustainability.' "Kenco bolsters supply chain services with new contract packaging division" was originally created and published by Packaging Gateway, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Yahoo
19-06-2025
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C.H. Robinson will use AI agents to classify LTL freight
Global logistics provider C.H. Robinson has announced the launch of a pioneering AI agent designed to adapt to the upcoming changes in the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) system for less-than-truckload (LTL) freight. As the largest mover of LTL freight among third-party logistics (3PL) providers in North America, C.H. Robinson is positioning its proprietary technology to revolutionize how shippers classify their freight, marking a major leap in efficiency and accuracy in the logistics industry. Classifying LTL freight has long posed challenges for shippers due to the complex, manual processes involved. Traditionally, each shipment's classification required a detailed analysis of four factors: density, handling, liability, and stowability. Density involves calculating the pounds per cubic foot, with higher density often resulting in a lower freight class and thus a lower shipping cost. Handling considerations look at the ease with which a product can be moved between terminals, with more fragile items potentially requiring higher freight classes. Liability encompasses the potential for damage or perishability of the item and its ability to damage adjacent shipments. Lastly, stowability evaluates whether freight can be stacked or turned to maximize space utilization without requiring special handling conditions. C.H. Robinson's new AI tool is set to simplify these evaluations. By automating the classification process, the AI agent minimizes human error and expedites order processing. 'We have a fleet of over 30 AI agents performing tasks that had defied automation for decades,' said Arun Rajan, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer at C.H. Robinson. 'Now we're building AI agents that help our AI agents.' This innovation is particularly significant given the upcoming changes to NMFC classifications, which can increase uncertainty and errors if not addressed with precision. The AI agent's ability to automate and streamline freight classification will have profound implications for the company's West, Vice President for LTL, noted the impact on efficiency: 'Before generative AI, half of our LTL orders were automated by way of customers using our global shipper platform or direct connectivity between our tech and their tech. We have the freight classifications for those shippers baked into our system.' With the new AI agent in place, C.H. Robinson has enhanced its automation capabilities, resulting in over 75% of LTL orders being automated—particularly benefiting small-to-medium businesses heavily reliant on email-based freight tenders. The AI agent's speed and capacity for multitasking vastly outperform human abilities in processing freight classifications. In its early months of operation, it has managed to determine the freight class and code for about 2,000 orders per day—a task that would conventionally require substantial human resources and time. 'Manually looking up or confirming the freight class and code for every emailed LTL tender can easily take a person 10 minutes or more per shipment,' Rajan pointed out. 'Our AI agent can do the same in about 10 seconds for first-time reasoning tasks, and just three seconds post-training, handling numerous shipments simultaneously.' This technological advancement not only accelerates the classification process but also reduces operational costs and turnaround times, effectively getting customers' freight on the road faster. C.H. Robinson expects this will result in enhanced customer satisfaction and more strategic supply chain operations without the risk of delays associated with misclassified the overhaul of the NMFC system looms, C.H. Robinson advises shippers to ensure their readiness by accurately gauging their freight dimensions and weight, both crucial for correct NMFC classification. The logistics leader also announced collaborations with dimensioner technology vendors to offer discounts, aiding customers in achieving precise measurements for their shipments. 'C.H. Robinson's track record of LTL innovation sets the standard for our industry,' commented Michael Castagnetto, President of North American Surface Transportation. C.H. Robinson's new LTL freight classification tool is a step into the future of freight logistics, providing a transformative solution to a longstanding industry challenge. As the new NMFC standards take effect, this AI agent is poised to play a crucial role in supporting shippers through the transition. The post C.H. Robinson will use AI agents to classify LTL freight appeared first on FreightWaves.
Yahoo
19-06-2025
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HTL buys its fifth 3PL since 2021, expands into reefer business
HTL Freight, the acquisitive 3PL based in North Carolina that has purchased several brokerages in recent years, has bought TS3 Logistics, a California-based specialist in refrigerated truckload and refrigerated LTL transportation. Of the five acquisitions that HTL has made since its 2021 change in ownership, this is the second-largest purchase. The specific price paid for TS3 was not disclosed. Left Lane Associates was the advisor to HTL on the acquisition. Peter Stefanovich, the president of Left Lane, said in an email to FreightWaves that HTL did not have extensive experience in the refrigerated and temperature-controlled freight sector previously, and the acquisition of TS3 extends the company's was purchased from original management by Onu Okebie and Brian Boland, Stefanovich said. All the acquisitions have come since then, he added, noting that the prior owners had not expanded the company through purchases. HTL's purchase of TS3 was its first since it acquired 3PL CTS Logistics in 2024. That was the company's largest acquisition. 'In just four years, we've executed five targeted acquisitions, each one adding strength in key service modalities, geographic presence, and operational depth,' Okebie said in a prepared statement. 'This move expands us into the critical temperature-controlled freight sector while establishing a stronghold on the West Coast to complement our reach across the Southeast, Northeast, Midwest, and Southwest.' TS3 will be integrated under the HTL banner. There are 10 employees at TS3, and the acquisition will bring total employment up to 70, Stefanovich the co-owner who is also CFO of HTL, said TS3 'brings a strong service reputation, deep market knowledge, and an entrepreneurial team.' More articles by John Kingston DAT and OTR, embroiled in dispute over factoring, reach settlement and end battle Onstage in Chicago, CHRW talks tech and staffing; RXO sees language order hitting capacity Logistics GDP share rose in '24, not likely to drop: CSCMP report The post HTL buys its fifth 3PL since 2021, expands into reefer business appeared first on FreightWaves.
