Logistics Plus Blends Business Investment with Humanitarian Support
By: Karen Torres, Executive Director, Business Magazine
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Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP) is one of the fastest-growing, privately owned logistics providers in the world.
It is also a top 100 3PL company, a top freight brokerage and warehousing firm, a top technology developer, a unique solutions provider for key verticals, such as solar, data centers, and many others, and a certified Great Place to Work®.
But what truly distinguishes LP as a company to watch is its innovative solutions and extensive global network that are impacting both business investment and humanitarian support.
Over the past two and half years, LP has provided a critical lifeline to Ukraine in its rebuilding efforts as the war with Russia rages on. The company has donated and raised more than $1 million worth of relief but also has provided vital transportation and logistics support to assist with Ukraine’s infrastructure and economic stability.
LP’s support for Ukraine is driving meaningful impact on the global stage — a call to action for other businesses to continue to invest in and support the country as more safe zones are created.
“We’re trying to lead by example,” explains LP Founder and Chief Executive Officer Jim Berlin. “I call it the tip of the shovel. We’re willing to go in before others are willing to go in. If others see, maybe they’ll join in and start digging too.”
Frank Knafelz, Senior Vice President for Logistics Plus (LP), was featured on the Business Spotlight program, which is produced in partnership with WPSE Money Radio. Business Spotlight is a monthly 30-minute program that airs regionally and streams globally.
In this month’s Logistics Plus segment, Frank discusses his background, role with the company, different verticals and industries he focuses on, challenges in the supply chain industry, and more.
You can listen to a replay of the interview on the Logistics Plus Podcasts page or by clicking below on our LP Radio channel on Spotify.
U.S. Holiday schedules for Logistics Plus and ground carriers
As the year-end holidays approach, we want to help you avoid unnecessary shipping delays over the next several weeks. Below is the holiday schedule for U.S.-based Logistics Plus offices and warehouse locations, as well as the top U.S. ground (parcel and LTL) carriers.
If you have any transportation needs or expedited shipping requests, please contact Logistics Plus before the office closings noted below. You can contact our North American Division (NAD) by calling 1.866.335.7623 or emailing nadops@logisticsplus.com.
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Do you have any last-minute questions or concerns? Let us know how we can help!
The Logistics Plus (LP) Vietnam and Denmark teams successfully coordinated and completed the export of a 40-ton autoclave from Vietnam to New Zealand. This complex operation involved careful planning and many factory visits to ensure the safe and timely loading of the heavy equipment. The teams’ expertise in managing large-scale logistics projects, along with their strong international connections, played a crucial role in the seamless execution of this project.
The scope of work handled by the LP Vietnam and Denmark teams included:
Pricing and negotiations with local suppliers and carriers
Supervision of dismantling the cargo in the Vietnamese factory
Providing lashing certificate for the 3×40’OT (accessories dismantled from autoclave)
Shrinkwrapping the autoclave
Loading autoclave at the factory
Loading the cargo to the ocean vessel
Transportation from Vung Tau Port to the Port of Auckland
Discharge and final delivery to the client in Auckland, New Zealand
Photos and a short video of the loading process can be seen below.
Logistics Plus (LP) was the proud sponsor of Kole Holden’s 2024 Rush Sportsman Modified Series race season. Kole is a Logistics Plus employee with several years of experience racing on dirt tracks in the Erie region. The 2024 race season included appearances on some of the top local TV stations in the region, along with streamed races on DirtVision and Dirt.tv. Additionally, the Rush Modified Series made one appearance on national TV this season alongside the World of Outlaws Late Models, one of the top racing series in the country.
Overall, Kole enjoyed a successful 2024 season. Of 26 races, Kole had 3 wins, 11 podium finishes (top-three), and 20 top-five finishes. This was good for a second-place finish for the Rush Modified Overall Point Series and a second-place finish for the special ‘Route 7 Rumble Series.’
Photos from the 2024 race season can be seen below.
As part of an ongoing project, the Logistics Plus Indonesia team continues to make history by delivering cyclotrons to hospitals and healthcare facilities nationwide. In May 2024, Logistics Plus Indonesia became the first logistics company in the country to handle a cyclotron shipment and position it in the hospital. Cyclotrons are particle accelerators that use electromagnetic fields to accelerate charged particles to high speeds and energies. These machines are used to diagnose and treat cancer.
The highlights of the most recent cyclotron project can be seen in the video below or on the Logistics Plus YouTube Channel.
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Logistics Plus (LP) was the proud sponsor of Kole Holden’s 2024 
