Third party logistics services for growing shippers
Get the reliability and network of a 3PL without the overhead of an asset-based carrier. Route 89 manages your LTL and FTL freight so you can focus on the business.
What is a 3PL — and how Route 89 fits in
A third party logistics provider (3PL) manages freight and logistics on your behalf — sourcing carriers, negotiating rates, coordinating shipments, and keeping you updated from pickup to delivery. It turns logistics from an in-house headache into a managed service.
Route 89 Logistics is a non-asset 3PL and freight brokerage. We don’t push you onto our own trucks — we shop a network of vetted carriers to find the right capacity at the right price, then manage the shipment like part of your team.
Services we provide
LTL freight
Cost-effective less-than-truckload shipping with blanket rates across 75+ carriers.
FTL truckload
Dedicated full-truckload capacity from a network of 45,000+ carriers.
Carrier sourcing
We find and vet the right capacity for your lane, mode, and timeline.
Rate negotiation
We negotiate competitive rates on your behalf so you don’t manage contracts yourself.
Tracking support
Proactive status updates and visibility from pickup through delivery.
Need storage and fulfillment too?
Warehousing & 3PL fulfillmentIndustries we serve
Manufacturing
Inbound raw materials and outbound finished goods on reliable, repeatable lanes.
Outdoor & action sports
Seasonal, bulky, and high-volume freight handled with capacity that scales.
Consumer goods
Retail and DTC shipments moved on time to keep your shelves and customers stocked.
3PL vs. freight broker — what’s the difference?
The terms overlap, and the right model depends on how much you want managed for you.
Asset-based 3PL
Owns trucks and warehouses. Great for scale, but you’re limited to their equipment, lanes, and overhead-driven pricing.
Freight broker
Sources capacity across many carriers. Flexible and cost-effective, but service quality varies widely between providers.
Route 89 (non-asset 3PL / agent)
You get broker-level flexibility and network access with a dedicated agent who manages the freight like an extension of your team.
Third party logistics FAQ
What is a third party logistics (3PL) provider?
A 3PL is a company that manages part or all of your shipping and logistics on your behalf — sourcing carriers, negotiating rates, coordinating pickups and deliveries, and providing tracking. It lets you outsource freight management instead of building an in-house team.
What is the difference between a 3PL and a freight broker?
The terms overlap. A freight broker focuses on connecting your freight with carrier capacity. A 3PL can do that plus broader logistics support like rate negotiation, tracking, and back-office help. Route 89 operates as a non-asset 3PL and freight brokerage, giving you network flexibility with hands-on service.
Do I need warehousing to use a 3PL?
No. Many shippers use a 3PL purely for freight management — LTL and FTL shipping, carrier sourcing, and tracking. If you also need storage, cross-docking, or fulfillment, we offer dedicated warehousing and 3PL fulfillment as well.
How quickly can a 3PL start moving my freight?
Often the same week. Send us your lanes and shipment profile, and we’ll build quotes and line up carriers right away — most first quotes come back within one business day.
Ready to ship for less?
Open a free, no-obligation account for instant LTL quotes across 66+ carriers — or get a quote from our team today.