ODW Logistics, a rapidly expanding national 3PL renowned for its integrated logistics solutions, has announced a significant merger between its Transportation Management and Contract Logistics business units. This strategic move, uniting both divisions under common ownership, signifies a crucial step towards delivering seamlessly integrated logistics solutions, with a focus on operational efficiencies and heightened transparency throughout the supply chain.
Founded in 1971, ODW Logistics has built a trusted legacy in providing warehousing, distribution, and asset-based transportation solutions to leading brands across the United States. In 2009, the company expanded its offerings through a joint venture, establishing ODW LTS (Logistics Transportation Services) as a prominent freight solution provider specializing in freight management, brokerage, and managed transportation solutions. Now, ODW LTS, co-founded by John Guggenbiller, enters a new chapter by seamlessly merging with ODW Logistics under a unified ownership group, recognized as ODW Logistics, Inc. John Guggenbiller, who has guided ODW LTS through 15 years of remarkable growth, is set to retire in 2024.
Expressing gratitude for Guggenbiller’s leadership, ODW Logistics CEO John R. Ness highlighted the exceptional team and culture he cultivated. Ness stated, “As a fully integrated logistics organization, ODW Logistics will continue to provide an elevated level of service to our clients. Merging our transportation management solution with our contract logistics business enables better service and flexibility for our customers, including a compelling freight consolidation program. In October 2023, we opened a 565,000 square foot retail consolidation center that is fully operational.”
Ted Nikolai, President of ODW Logistics, assumes the role of Group President and will oversee both business units. Dave Giblin, Vice President of ODW Logistics, has been appointed Executive Vice President to lead the transportation management division.
Despite this strategic merger, ODW Logistics remains committed to its transportation management offices in Hamilton and Columbus, OH, while also expanding operations into new markets to better serve clients. This move underscores ODW Logistics’ dedication to growth, talent development, and delivering enhanced logistics solutions in an evolving industry landscape.
For more information about ODW Logistics, the strategic merger, 3PL services, and employment opportunities, visit www.odwlogistics.com.
ABOUT ODW LOGISTICS
ODW Logistics is a third-party provider (3PL) headquartered in Columbus, Ohio with operations across the United States. ODW provides supply chain design, e-commerce fulfillment, warehousing and distribution, and transportation management solutions for a completely integrated client experience. Founded in 1971, ODW Logistics has a nationwide network of strategic locations and serves clients in the health and beauty & cosmetics, food and beverage, consumer goods, and industrial and automotive industries.