APL Logistics
Cerritos, CA
Global 3PL provider specializing in supply chain management, warehousing, and distribution with strong Asia-Pacific connections.
Review profile3PL Providers in Los Angeles and Long Beach, California
Compare 11 active directory profiles using documented capabilities and local operating fit.
Planning 3pl providers service in Los Angeles and Long Beach
The Los Angeles and Long Beach market combines the nation’s largest container-port complex with major air-cargo, customs, warehousing, drayage, and inland distribution activity.
Market coverage: This page includes providers based in Los Angeles, Long Beach, Signal Hill, Carson, Gardena, El Segundo, Torrance, Playa Vista, Anaheim, Irvine, Santa Ana, Newport Beach, Cerritos, Seal Beach. Each profile shows its actual base.
Use the profiles below to build a shortlist, then confirm the precise lane, cargo, equipment, timing, authority, insurance, availability, and price directly with each provider.
Freight connections
- Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
- Los Angeles International Airport
- I-5 and I-10 freight corridors
Industries shaping demand
- international trade
- apparel
- food distribution
- manufacturing
Questions to resolve
- Confirm which Los Angeles or Long Beach terminals the desk or warehouse actually covers.
- Ask about chassis, appointments, I-710 congestion, and Inland Empire delivery assumptions.
- Separate port drayage, produce, air cargo, and consumer fulfillment before comparing quotes.
- Match the legal name and MC, FMC, or CBP identity to the job you are tendering.
- Do not treat an Irvine or Anaheim desk as a substitute for Harbor or Oakland coverage unless the profile documents it.
- Require the same cargo, temperature, and appointment facts on every quote.
Evidence to compare
- Warehouse and fulfillment capabilities
- Inventory and technology systems
- Facility location and operating coverage
- Current business-identity evidence
What 3pl providers do in the Los Angeles and Long Beach market
3PLs combine warehousing, inventory handling, order fulfillment, transportation coordination, or value-added logistics under one operating relationship.
In Los Angeles and Long Beach, the operating context includes Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, Los Angeles International Airport, I-5 and I-10 freight corridors. Demand is shaped by international trade, apparel, food distribution, manufacturing.
Shortlist criteria
- Facility location and usable capacity
- Inventory, order, and integration systems
- Receiving, storage, pick-pack, and returns scope
- Documented commodity and customer fit
Questions before requesting a quote
- Which services are performed directly at the listed facility?
- What are the minimum volumes, cutoffs, implementation requirements, and accessorial charges?
Directory evidence standard: UNITECARGO requires a current website, physical address, detailed capability record, and recent directory review for an indexable 3PL profile.
Provider counts by service
As of , this directory lists the following active profiles marked verified:
- 11 3PL providers
Ports, airports, and corridors this page covers
- Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
- Los Angeles International Airport
- I-5 and I-10 freight corridors
Local selection rules
The Los Angeles and Long Beach market combines the nation’s largest container-port complex with major air-cargo, customs, warehousing, drayage, and inland distribution activity.
- Confirm which Los Angeles or Long Beach terminals the desk or warehouse actually covers.
- Ask about chassis, appointments, I-710 congestion, and Inland Empire delivery assumptions.
- Separate port drayage, produce, air cargo, and consumer fulfillment before comparing quotes.
- Match the legal name and MC, FMC, or CBP identity to the job you are tendering.
- Do not treat an Irvine or Anaheim desk as a substitute for Harbor or Oakland coverage unless the profile documents it.
- Require the same cargo, temperature, and appointment facts on every quote.
When to use a broker, a carrier, or a 3PL in Los Angeles and Long Beach
Los Angeles and Long Beach is not one vendor type. The right first call depends on whether the freight still needs a building, a licensed desk, or a truck.
| When this is the job | Use | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Inventory, fulfillment, or staging near Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach | 3PL | The constraint is the building, cutoff, and handling—not a one-off truck. |
| A one-time or irregular lane after the freight is ready to roll | Freight broker | You need a licensed desk to source capacity, not a warehouse agreement. |
| A dedicated lane you can fill and schedule | Carrier | Direct USDOT or MC identity and equipment beat an extra handoff. |
Compare documented 3PL Providers capabilities in Los Angeles and Long Beach
Compare provider bases, modes, capabilities, service-appropriate evidence, and verification dates before requesting shipment-specific terms.
| Provider | Base | Transport modes | Documented capabilities | MC | DOT | FMC | CBP | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APL Logistics | Cerritos, CA | Truck Ftl, Ocean, Air +1 | Automotive Supply Chain, Asia-Pacific Trade, Global Logistics | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Geodis | Los Angeles, CA | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Ocean +2 | Automotive Logistics, Supply Chain Optimization, Global Network | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Logistics Plus Inc. | Irvine, CA | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Ocean +2 | Supply Chain Optimization, Global Logistics, E-Commerce Solutions | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| NFI Industries | Newport Beach, CA | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Intermodal +1 | Supply Chain Solutions, Multi-Modal Transport, Dedicated Fleet | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Pilot Freight Services | Newport Beach, CA | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Air +1 | Last-Mile Delivery, White Glove Service, High-Value Cargo | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Port Logistics Group | Long Beach, CA | Truck Ftl, Drayage, Intermodal | Port Logistics, Container Transloading, E-Commerce Fulfillment | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Radial | Irvine, CA | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Courier | E-Commerce Fulfillment, Omnichannel Solutions, Returns Processing | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Ryder Supply Chain Solutions | Long Beach, CA | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Intermodal +1 | Supply Chain Management, Dedicated Fleet, Distribution Services | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Transplace | Santa Ana, CA | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Intermodal +2 | Transportation Management, Logistics Technology, Supply Chain Analytics | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Weber Logistics | Santa Ana, CA | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Ocean +1 | Warehouse Management, Distribution Services, Transportation Management | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
Editorial profiles are shown alphabetically. Paid placements appear separately and are labeled. This table does not assign ratings or declare a best provider.
3PL Providers profiles in Los Angeles and Long Beach
Geodis
Los Angeles, CA
Global 3PL leader providing contract logistics, freight forwarding, and distribution with specialized automotive and electronics expertise.
Review profileLogistics Plus Inc.
Irvine, CA
Full-service 3PL provider offering comprehensive supply chain solutions including warehousing, distribution, and freight forwarding with global reach.
Review profileNFI Industries
Newport Beach, CA
Leading 3PL provider offering comprehensive supply chain solutions including warehousing, transportation, and distribution services.
Review profilePilot Freight Services
Newport Beach, CA
3PL provider specializing in last-mile delivery, warehousing, and freight forwarding with white glove services for high-value cargo.
Review profilePort Logistics Group
Long Beach, CA
LA/Long Beach port-focused 3PL specializing in warehousing, distribution, transloading, and e-commerce fulfillment services.
Review profileRadial
Irvine, CA
E-commerce focused 3PL provider specializing in fulfillment, transportation, customer care, and returns management for online retailers.
Review profileRyder Supply Chain Solutions
Long Beach, CA
Comprehensive 3PL provider offering warehousing, distribution, transportation management, and supply chain solutions with national reach.
Review profileTransplace
Santa Ana, CA
Technology-focused 3PL provider specializing in transportation management, logistics technology, and supply chain optimization services.
Review profileWeber Logistics
Santa Ana, CA
Full-service 3PL provider specializing in warehousing, distribution, and transportation management with strong West Coast presence.
Review profileWSI (Warehouse Specialists LLC)
Seal Beach, CA
Comprehensive 3PL provider specializing in warehousing, distribution, and fulfillment services with ISO certified operations.
Review profileQuestions about 3PL Providers in Los Angeles and Long Beach
How many 3pl providers are listed in Los Angeles and Long Beach?
UNITECARGO currently lists 11 active profiles in the Los Angeles and Long Beach market that are marked verified and classified as 3pl providers. Counts change as records are reviewed.
What freight connections matter for 3pl providers in Los Angeles and Long Beach?
This page covers Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, Los Angeles International Airport, I-5 and I-10 freight corridors. Confirm the provider actually serves the terminal, airport, or corridor your shipment uses.
How should I compare 3pl providers in Los Angeles and Long Beach?
Confirm which Los Angeles or Long Beach terminals the desk or warehouse actually covers. Ask about chassis, appointments, I-710 congestion, and Inland Empire delivery assumptions. Separate port drayage, produce, air cargo, and consumer fulfillment before comparing quotes.
When should I use a broker, a carrier, or a 3PL in Los Angeles and Long Beach?
Use a 3PL when inventory has to sit or get picked. Use a freight broker when the freight is ready and you need capacity. Use a carrier when you have a dedicated lane and can work a USDOT or MC identity directly.