3PL Defined

A third-party logistics (3PL) provider offers outsourced services to manage key parts of a company’s supply chain—from procurement to fulfillment. This can include anything from warehousing and transportation to complete end-to-end logistics solutions. Whether it’s a single service like storage or a full-service approach to supply chain management, 3PLs help businesses streamline operations, reduce costs, and focus on what they do best.

We are dedicated to meeting our customers' needs, regardless of their size or complexity. Each request, no matter how challenging, is treated with the utmost priority. Our commitment to clear communication and unwavering effort ensures that every shipment receives the attention it deserves. We specialize in:

LTL

LTL, or Less Than Truckload shipping, is a cost-effective freight option for shipments that don’t require a full truck. Instead of paying for an entire trailer, multiple shippers share space on the same truck—each paying only for the portion they use. Creative Transportation Services offers cost-effective LTL shipping, allowing you to share trailer space and pay only for the portion you use.

Truckload

Full Truckload – Dedicated truck. Same driver picks up & delivers. Partial Truckload – Usually better & faster service than LTL. Pay only for the space used in a trailer. Creative Transportation Services provides both Full Truckload shipping with a dedicated truck and driver, and Partial Truckload service for faster, cost-efficient transit when you only need part of the trailer.

Flatbed

Flatbed shipping is a specialized freight service used to transport oversized, heavy, or irregularly shaped loads that don’t fit easily into a standard enclosed trailer. With an open platform and no sides or roof, flatbed trailers offer easy loading and unloading from any angle—making them ideal for construction materials, machinery, large equipment, and other bulky freight. Creative Transportation Services offers flatbed shipping solutions for oversized, heavy, or irregularly shaped freight, providing easy loading and secure transport for construction materials, machinery, and large equipment.

Air Freight

Air freight is the fastest and most reliable method of transporting goods over long distances. It involves shipping cargo via aircraft—ideal for time-sensitive, high-value, or lightweight shipments that need to move quickly across the country or around the globe. At CTS we provide fast, secure, and reliable air freight solutions for time-sensitive, high-value, and lightweight shipments.

Haz Mat

Hazmat (hazardous materials) shipping involves the transportation of substances that pose potential risks to health, safety, property, or the environment. These can include chemicals, flammable liquids, gases, explosives, corrosives, and other regulated materials. At CTS, we ensure your hazardous materials are transported safely, legally, and efficiently—giving you peace of mind with every shipment.

Intermodal/Rail

Intermodal shipping uses two or more modes of transportation—such as rail, truck, or ocean—to move freight efficiently across long distances without handling the cargo itself when switching between modes. Rail is a key component of intermodal transport, offering a cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution for large or long-haul shipments. At CTS, we coordinate intermodal logistics to deliver reliable, secure, and sustainable shipping solutions across North America.

Temperture Control

Temperature-controlled shipping—also known as refrigerated or climate-controlled transport—is designed to move perishable or sensitive goods that must be kept within a specific temperature range throughout the journey. This includes products like food, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and certain electronics. At CTS, we provide dependable temperature-controlled solutions tailored to your needs—protecting your cargo from pickup to final delivery.

Expedited

Expedited shipping is a premium freight service designed for time-sensitive deliveries that need to move faster than standard transit times. Whether it's critical inventory, emergency parts, or high-priority products, expedited shipping prioritizes speed and reliability to ensure your shipment arrives as quickly as possible—often same-day, overnight, or within a guaranteed delivery window. At CTS, we specialize in urgent shipments, offering rapid, dependable solutions when every minute counts.

Overnight

Overnight shipping is a premium delivery service that ensures your package arrives the next business day. It’s the go-to solution for urgent, time-sensitive shipments that need fast, guaranteed delivery—often by the next morning. At CTS, we offer dependable overnight shipping solutions to keep your business moving—fast, secure, and right on time.

Trade Show Logistics

Don’t let shipping challenges steal the spotlight. With our full-service exhibit freight management, getting to the show (and getting home) is seamless, stress-free, and right on schedule.

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