What to compare across 3PL Providers in Texas

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Warehouse and distribution capabilities
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Inventory management systems
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Order fulfillment services
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Documented service areas

Provider counts by service

As of , this directory lists the following active profiles marked verified:

  • 16 3PL providers
  • 14 freight forwarders
  • 13 warehouse operators
  • 11 freight brokers
  • 11 trucking companies
  • 7 customs brokers
  • 7 NVOCC / ocean operators
  • 5 last-mile providers
  • 1 other

Ports, airports, and corridors this page covers

  • Port Houston container, project, and energy-related cargo
  • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and AllianceTexas inland-port access
  • I-10, I-20, I-35, and I-45 long-haul corridors
  • Houston, Dallas–Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio distribution rings

Local selection rules

Texas 3PL work usually sits on I-35, I-10, I-20, or I-45 and hands off to Port Houston, DFW air cargo, or AllianceTexas. Compare the warehouse location before the brand name.

  1. Confirm whether the building sits on the Houston port side, the DFW inland-port side, or a consumer-fulfillment ring.
  2. Ask which SKUs, temperature bands, and value-added work the site actually runs today.
  3. Match outbound lanes to I-35, I-10, or I-45 rather than assuming statewide coverage.
  4. Require the same inventory, cutoff, and returns assumptions from every shortlisted site.
  5. Check whether drayage, appointment, or chassis work is in-house or handed to a broker or carrier.
  6. Verify record freshness and any warehouse, food-grade, or hazardous-handling evidence before a site visit.

When to use a 3PL, a broker, or a carrier in Texas

A Texas 3PL is the node. A broker is the capacity desk. A carrier is the asset. Use the node when inventory, fulfillment, or a standing outbound program is the problem.

When this is the jobUseWhy
Standing inventory, fulfillment, or cross-dock in Houston or DFW3PLThe decision is building location, cutoffs, and handlingβ€”not a one-off truck.
A one-time or irregular Texas lane with mixed equipmentFreight brokerYou need a licensed desk to source capacity, not a warehouse lease.
A dedicated Texas lane you can fill and scheduleCarrierDirect USDOT/MC identity and equipment beat an extra handoff.

Questions this page can answer

How should I compare 3PL providers in Texas?

Start with the building: Houston port-side, DFW inland-port, or a consumer ring. Then compare documented services, temperature and handling fit, outbound lanes, cutoffs, and record freshness. Ask every site the same inventory and returns questions.

Is a Dallas 3PL interchangeable with a Houston 3PL?

No. Dallas–Fort Worth is an inland distribution and air-cargo market. Houston is a port, energy, and project-cargo market. The same brand name can be the wrong node if the building is on the wrong corridor.

When should a Texas shipper use a 3PL instead of a broker?

Use a 3PL when product has to sit, get picked, or get staged. Use a broker when the product is already ready to roll and you only need a truck, chassis, or overflow capacity.

What identifiers matter on a Texas 3PL profile?

3PL records are complete when they have a current description, documented capabilities, and business-identity evidence such as a website and address. If the same company also brokers or hauls, confirm the MC or USDOT on that service before you tender freight.

Compare documented 3PL Providers capabilities in Texas

Use the profiles below to compare location, transport modes, specialties, identifiers, and record freshness. Open a profile for complete documented details.

ProviderBaseTransport modesDocumented capabilitiesMCDOTFMCCBPVerified
C.H. Robinson - AddisonAddison, TXTruck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Air +3Fresh Produce, Temperature-Controlled Logistics, Global Trade +1β€”β€”β€”β€”Aug 13, 2026
CEVA Logistics - AddisonAddison, TXAir, Ocean, Truck Ftl +2Automotive, Healthcare, Aerospace & Defense +1β€”β€”β€”β€”Aug 13, 2026
DB Schenker - DallasDallas, TXAir, Ocean, Truck Ftl +2Automotive, Technology, Healthcare +1β€”β€”β€”β€”Aug 13, 2026
DHL Supply Chain - PlanoPlano, TXAir, Ocean, Truck Ftl +2Automotive, Technology, Healthcare & Life Sciences +1β€”β€”β€”β€”Aug 13, 2026
DSC LogisticsFort Worth, TXTruck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Rail +1Food & Beverage, Consumer Products, E-Commerce Fulfillment +1β€”β€”β€”β€”Aug 13, 2026
GEODIS - DallasDallas, TXAir, Ocean, Truck Ftl +3Automotive, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Technology +1β€”β€”β€”β€”Aug 13, 2026
Keller Logistics - HoustonHouston, TXNot documentedStrategic Gulf Coast Location, Distribution Servicesβ€”β€”β€”β€”Aug 16, 2026
Kenco Logistics ServicesArlington, TXTruck Ftl, Truck Ltl, Rail +1Automotive, E-Commerce Fulfillment, Retail Distribution +1β€”β€”β€”β€”Aug 13, 2026
Kuehne + Nagel - DallasDallas, TXAir, Ocean, Truck Ftl +2Pharmaceutical & Healthcare, Automotive, Perishables +1β€”β€”β€”β€”Aug 13, 2026
Order Fulfillment Solutions (OFS) - HoustonHouston, TXNot documentedE-Commerce Fulfillment, Distribution Services, Automated Systemsβ€”β€”β€”β€”Aug 16, 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 Texas

C.H. Robinson - Addison

πŸ“ Addison, TX Est. 1905
Specialties: Fresh produceTemperature-controlled logisticsGlobal tradeSupply chain visibility
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTLAIR

C.H. Robinson is one of the world's largest third-party logistics companies, providing multimodal transportation services, supply chain consulting, an...

CEVA Logistics - Addison

πŸ“ Addison, TX Est. 2007
Specialties: AutomotiveHealthcareAerospace & DefenseEnergy
Transport Modes: AIROCEANTRUCK FTL

CEVA Logistics is a global supply chain company providing end-to-end logistics solutions including contract logistics, freight management, and supply ...

DB Schenker - Dallas

πŸ“ Dallas, TX Est. 1872
Specialties: AutomotiveTechnologyHealthcareIndustrial projects
Transport Modes: AIROCEANTRUCK FTL

DB Schenker is one of the world's leading logistics providers offering comprehensive supply chain solutions including air and ocean freight, contract ...

DHL Supply Chain - Plano

πŸ“ Plano, TX Est. 1969
Specialties: AutomotiveTechnologyHealthcare & Life SciencesFashion & Lifestyle
Transport Modes: AIROCEANTRUCK FTL

DHL Supply Chain provides comprehensive contract logistics and supply chain solutions, combining global expertise with local knowledge. As part of the...

DSC Logistics

πŸ“ Fort Worth, TX Est. 1960
Specialties: Food & beverageConsumer productsE-commerce fulfillmentRetail distribution
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTLRAIL

DSC Logistics provides contract warehousing, transportation management, and distribution services with a focus on food & beverage, consumer products, ...

GEODIS - Dallas

πŸ“ Dallas, TX Est. 1904
Specialties: AutomotiveHealthcare & Life SciencesTechnologyAerospace & Defense
Transport Modes: AIROCEANTRUCK FTL

GEODIS is a global supply chain operator providing contract logistics, freight forwarding, and supply chain optimization services. As one of the world...

Keller Logistics - Houston

πŸ“ Houston, TX
Specialties: Strategic Gulf Coast locationDistribution services

Keller Houston provides 200,000 sq ft strategically located for Gulf Coast distribution with Manhattan Scale WMS and 3PL distribution services....

Kenco Logistics Services

πŸ“ Arlington, TX Est. 1950
Specialties: AutomotiveE-commerce fulfillmentRetail distributionConsumer goods
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTLRAIL

Kenco Logistics Services is a leading third-party logistics provider offering comprehensive supply chain solutions including warehousing, distribution...

Kuehne + Nagel - Dallas

πŸ“ Dallas, TX Est. 1890
Specialties: Pharmaceutical & HealthcareAutomotivePerishablesHigh-tech
Transport Modes: AIROCEANTRUCK FTL

Kuehne + Nagel is a global logistics leader providing comprehensive supply chain solutions including sea freight, air freight, contract logistics, and...

Specialties: E-commerce fulfillmentDistribution servicesAutomated systems

OFS Houston offers 275,000 sq ft with automated fulfillment systems for e-commerce and consumer goods distribution as a Houston 3PL....

Penske Logistics - Dallas

πŸ“ Dallas, TX Est. 1969
Specialties: AutomotiveRetailConsumer productsIndustrial
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTLRAIL

Penske Logistics provides comprehensive supply chain solutions including dedicated transportation, distribution center management, and lead logistics ...

Port City Logistics

πŸ“ Houston, TX Est. 1995
Specialties: Port logisticsDrayage servicesImport/export
Transport Modes: OCEANTRUCK FTLTRUCK LTL

Port City Logistics specializes in port services, drayage, and supply chain management with a focus on the Houston port area. The company provides com...

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions - Dallas

πŸ“ Dallas, TX Est. 1933
Specialties: Automotive supply chainE-commerceHealthcare logisticsFood & beverage
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTLAIR

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions provides comprehensive third-party logistics services including dedicated transportation, warehousing, distribution, and ...

Schneider Logistics - Houston

πŸ“ Houston, TX Est. 1935
Specialties: Intermodal transportationPort drayage
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTLINTERMODAL

Schneider Logistics offers comprehensive supply chain solutions including transportation management, warehousing, and intermodal services. With over 8...

Werner Logistics - Plano

πŸ“ Plano, TX Est. 1956
Specialties: Dedicated transportationRegional distributionIntermodal solutions
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTLINTERMODAL

Werner Logistics provides comprehensive third-party logistics services including dedicated transportation, warehousing, and supply chain management. A...

XPO Logistics - Houston

πŸ“ Houston, TX Est. 1989
Specialties: E-commerceOmnichannel retailIndustrial logisticsHeavy goods
Transport Modes: TRUCK FTLTRUCK LTLRAIL

XPO Logistics provides cutting-edge supply chain solutions including contract logistics, less than truckload, and last mile delivery services. Known f...

Compare 16 active 3PL Providers profiles in Texas. Review documented locations, transport modes, specialties, identifiers, and record freshness before contacting a provider for shipment-specific availability and pricing.

Evidence to check before selecting 3PL Providers

Use profile fields as a starting point, then confirm time-sensitive requirements directly:

  • Current operating authority and regulatory identifiers
  • Insurance, safety status, and cargo-specific compliance
  • Service area, equipment, capacity, and appointment availability
  • Complete pricing, accessorials, transit commitments, and claims terms
  • Tracking, EDI, API, or booking capabilities when required

3PL Providers Coverage Areas in Texas

Major Service Areas

Use these city pages to review providers based in Texas's key markets:

  • Houston: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
  • Dallas: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
  • San Antonio: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
  • Austin: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
  • Fort Worth: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius

Coverage and timing to confirm

  • Origin and destination: confirm exact ZIP-code, port, airport, or facility coverage
  • Transit or service window: obtain a shipment-specific commitment
  • Equipment and handling: confirm availability for the required dates
  • Interstate or international authority: check the appropriate regulator when applicable

Strategic Infrastructure Access

Ask shortlisted providers whether they currently serve the relevant transportation hub:

  • Port of Houston
  • Port of Beaumont
  • Port of Corpus Christi
  • Dallas/Fort Worth International
  • George Bush Intercontinental

Frequently Asked Questions About 3PL Providers in Texas

How should I compare 3PL providers in Texas?

Start with the building: Houston port-side, DFW inland-port, or a consumer ring. Then compare documented services, temperature and handling fit, outbound lanes, cutoffs, and record freshness. Ask every site the same inventory and returns questions.

Is a Dallas 3PL interchangeable with a Houston 3PL?

No. Dallas–Fort Worth is an inland distribution and air-cargo market. Houston is a port, energy, and project-cargo market. The same brand name can be the wrong node if the building is on the wrong corridor.

When should a Texas shipper use a 3PL instead of a broker?

Use a 3PL when product has to sit, get picked, or get staged. Use a broker when the product is already ready to roll and you only need a truck, chassis, or overflow capacity.

What identifiers matter on a Texas 3PL profile?

3PL records are complete when they have a current description, documented capabilities, and business-identity evidence such as a website and address. If the same company also brokers or hauls, confirm the MC or USDOT on that service before you tender freight.

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