Allen Lund Company - Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
Atlanta office of Allen Lund Company at 8010 Roswell Road, operating under the company active FMCSA property-broker authority USDOT 2212129 and MC 163523.
Review profileFreight Brokers in Atlanta Metro, Georgia
Compare 5 active directory profiles using documented capabilities and local operating fit.
Planning freight brokers service in Atlanta Metro
Atlanta is the Southeast’s principal inland distribution market, combining interstate, air-cargo, intermodal, warehousing, fulfillment, and regional last-mile capacity.
Market coverage: This page includes providers based in Atlanta, Marietta, Norcross, Lawrenceville, Kennesaw, Sandy Springs, Acworth, Palmetto. 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
- I-20, I-75 and I-85 corridors
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
- Norfolk Southern and CSX intermodal terminals
Industries shaping demand
- e-commerce
- retail distribution
- food and beverage
- advanced manufacturing
Evidence to compare
- MC broker authority
- Carrier and mode coverage
- Cargo and equipment fit
- Pricing, claims, and communication terms
What freight brokers do in the Atlanta Metro market
Freight brokers arrange motor-carrier capacity for shipper lanes without representing the operating carrier that physically moves the freight.
In Atlanta Metro, the operating context includes I-20, I-75 and I-85 corridors, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Norfolk Southern and CSX intermodal terminals. Demand is shaped by e-commerce, retail distribution, food and beverage, advanced manufacturing.
Shortlist criteria
- Active MC broker authority
- Lane, mode, equipment, and commodity coverage
- Carrier-vetting and cargo-claim process
- Rate, accessorial, tracking, and communication terms
Questions before requesting a quote
- Which carrier will be assigned and how is its authority, insurance, and safety status checked?
- What are the cancellation, detention, layover, lumper, and claims terms?
Directory evidence standard: UNITECARGO requires an MC number, detailed capabilities, and recent review for an indexable freight-broker profile.
Provider counts by service
As of , this directory lists the following active profiles marked verified:
- 5 freight brokers
Ports, airports, and corridors this page covers
- I-20, I-75 and I-85 corridors
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
- Norfolk Southern and CSX intermodal terminals
Local selection rules
Atlanta is the Southeast’s principal inland distribution market, combining interstate, air-cargo, intermodal, warehousing, fulfillment, and regional last-mile capacity.
- Name the gateway first: I-20, I-75 and I-85 corridors.
- Use a 3PL when product has to sit, get picked, or get staged.
- Use a freight broker when the freight is already ready and you only need capacity.
- Use a carrier when you have a dedicated lane and can work a USDOT or MC identity directly.
- Require the same origin, destination, equipment, and appointment facts from every shortlisted provider.
- Check the identifier that matches the job: MC or USDOT for highway, FMC or CBP for international.
When to use a broker, a carrier, or a 3PL in Atlanta Metro
Atlanta Metro 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 I-20, I-75 and I-85 corridors | 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 Freight Brokers capabilities in Atlanta Metro
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allen Lund Company - Atlanta | Atlanta, GA | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl | Produce Freight, Truckload Brokerage, Atlanta Office | 163523 | 2212129 | — | — | Aug 16, 2026 |
| C.H. Robinson - Atlanta | Atlanta, GA | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Intermodal | Truckload Brokerage, Atlanta Office, Managed Transportation | 384859 | 2226453 | — | — | Aug 16, 2026 |
| Freight Runners Express | Atlanta, GA | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl | Regional Expertise, Customer Service, Expedited Transport | 1629638 | 4217574 | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Nolan Transportation Group, LLC | Atlanta, GA | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Intermodal +2 | Truckload Brokerage, LTL, Atlanta Headquarters | 567093 | 2236769 | — | — | Aug 16, 2026 |
| TQL (Total Quality Logistics) | Norcross, GA | Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Intermodal | Full Truckload Brokerage, Expedited Services, Customer Service | 322572 | 2223295 | — | — | 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.
Freight Brokers profiles in Atlanta Metro
C.H. Robinson - Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
Atlanta office of C.H. Robinson at 1691 Phoenix Blvd, operating under the company active FMCSA property-broker authority USDOT 2226453 and MC 384859.
Review profileFreight Runners Express
Atlanta, GA
Regional freight brokerage company with strong Southeast presence providing personalized courier solutions with focus on customer service and reliable carrier network.
Review profileNolan Transportation Group, LLC
Atlanta, GA
Atlanta-headquartered Nolan Transportation Group (NTG) freight brokerage with active FMCSA property-broker authority under USDOT 2236769 and MC 567093.
Review profileTQL (Total Quality Logistics)
Norcross, GA
Leading freight brokerage company providing comprehensive courier solutions with focus on customer service and carrier relationships. Extensive network of qualified carriers.
Review profileQuestions about Freight Brokers in Atlanta Metro
How many freight brokers are listed in Atlanta Metro?
UNITECARGO currently lists 5 active profiles in the Atlanta Metro market that are marked verified and classified as freight brokers. Counts change as records are reviewed.
What freight connections matter for freight brokers in Atlanta Metro?
This page covers I-20, I-75 and I-85 corridors, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Norfolk Southern and CSX intermodal terminals. Confirm the provider actually serves the terminal, airport, or corridor your shipment uses.
How should I compare freight brokers in Atlanta Metro?
Compare documented service coverage, transport modes, specialties, the identifier that matches the job, record freshness, and shipment-specific requirements before contacting a provider.
When should I use a broker, a carrier, or a 3PL in Atlanta Metro?
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.