C.H. Robinson

C.H. Robinson is a global third-party logistics (3PL) company that provides freight transportation and supply chain management services. Founded in 1905 and headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, it operates a large network of offices across North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. The company is one of the world’s largest logistics platforms, handling tens of billions of dollars in freight for thousands of customers.

Its main goal is to make supply chains smarter, more connected, and more efficient using data, technology, and logistics expertise. C.H. Robinson offers multimodal transportation (truckload, LTL, ocean, air), managed logistics, and consulting services to improve visibility, reduce costs, and optimize inventory. For top RFID and visibility-focused supply chains, it plays a key role as the logistics and freight orchestration partner, using advanced tools and item-level visibility platforms to track shipments and inventory in real time.

Key Services Offered by C.H. Robinson

• Freight transportation
  C.H. Robinson arranges truckload, less-than-truckload (LTL), ocean, air, and temperature-controlled shipping, helping clients move goods reliably at competitive cost across global routes.
• Managed logistics and 4PL solutions
  The company provides managed solutions and 4PL services that orchestrate end-to-end logistics across multiple carriers and providers, improving network design and daily execution for clients.
• Supply chain consulting and optimization
  C.H. Robinson uses data analytics and industry expertise to analyze supply chains, design better networks, and recommend ways to reduce costs, cut transit times, and improve service levels.
• Freight visibility and item-level solutions
  It offers advanced visibility tools, including item-level and SKU-level tracking, so shippers see where goods are in transit or at rest and can plan inventory and orders with precision.
• Warehousing and distribution services
  C.H. Robinson also supports warehousing, inventory management, and order fulfillment, allowing businesses to integrate storage and distribution with their transportation strategy.

FAQs

What does C.H. Robinson do?

C.H. Robinson is a global logistics company that provides freight transportation, supply chain management, and managed logistics services for customers in many industries.

Which industries does C.H. Robinson serve?

It serves retail, automotive, manufacturing, food and beverage, and many other sectors that need reliable shipping, warehousing, and supply chain optimization.

How does C.H. Robinson improve supply chain visibility?

The company uses digital platforms and item-level visibility tools to show real-time shipment status, inventory in motion or at rest, and trends against delivery commitments.

Is C.H. Robinson a carrier or a broker?

C.H. Robinson is mainly a third-party logistics provider and freight broker that connects shippers with a large network of contract carriers across multiple transport modes.

Where is C.H. Robinson headquartered?

C.H. Robinson is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, and operates offices across North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania.