RLS Logistics

05/20/2026

After more than five decades handling temperature sensitive goods, RLS Logistics is officially open for produce business, bringing the same discipline that's protected frozen and refrigerated loads for some of the country's biggest food brands to growers, distributors, and suppliers who can't afford a shipment gone bad.

With a nationwide footprint, real time visibility, and people who actually pick up the phone, we are thrilled to be expanding into this vertical to continue our growth.

Learn more about how the Cold Chain Experts deliver on produce in our latest blog 👇https://zurl.co/9ig0l

RLS Logistics brings 57+ years of cold chain expertise to fresh produce shippers, with BRCGS-certified facilities, Northeast cross-docking, and real-time visibility.

05/15/2026

The Supreme Court just changed the rules for freight brokers — and shippers need to pay attention.

On May 14, 2026, in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, the Court ruled unanimously that freight brokers can be held liable under state tort law for negligently hiring unsafe carriers. That means the broker you choose is no longer just a cost decision — it's a risk decision.

At RLS Logistics, we've always believed that who you hire to move your freight matters.

Here's what sets RLS apart:
✅ Rigorous carrier qualification and ongoing safety monitoring
✅ Contingent auto liability coverage
✅ 30+ years of integrity in the transportation industry
✅ A team that treats your freight like it's our own family's name on the line

The brokers who cut corners are a legal liability to their customers. The brokers who do it right are a strategic asset.

05/14/2026

The Wall Street Journal reported this week that the Trump administration is preparing to suspend the tariff rate quota on beef imports across all exporting nations. A 200 day window aimed at cooling record domestic prices and offsetting a U.S. cattle herd at a 75 year low.

The executive orders were paused for fine tuning, but the market signal is unmistakable. USDA already projects a record 5.8 billion pounds of imported beef in 2026, up about 25% from 2024. Every pound of that imported beef has to clear USDA food safety inspection before it enters U.S. commerce.

RLS Logistics operates a USDA certified Import Inspection facility in Newfield, NJ, 40 minutes from the Port of Philadelphia, and offers cold storage, dock capacity, and an inspection workflow already in place. If you're an importer or customs broker expecting increased volume through the Delaware Valley this year, get in front of this change before containers start landing.

Contact the Cold Chain Experts today to get started.

Read more (via WSJ / Yahoo Finance): https://zurl.co/gUesd

The administration plans to let more beef enter the U.S. at lower tariff rates, as ground beef prices have risen 40% over five years

05/11/2026

RLS Logistics is excited to welcome Darian Spivey to the team as our new Weekend Customer Service Representative in Delanco, NJ!

Darian comes from a trucking background after working in the group home field with developmentally disabled kids and adults. After getting into trucking, he worked for a couple of companies and then started his own, Spivey Transportation, named in honor of his deceased father and grandmother. It was very successful until he sold it. Now he is returning to the office side of things and thriving through that.

A little more about Darian:
✈️ Loves taking vacations - his longest flight has been 24 hours!
🦅 Eagles fan - GO BIRDS!!
❤️ Loves his family!

Welcome to the RLS family, Darian we are so glad to have you!

05/07/2026

IDDBA 2026 is just one month away. Is your freight ready to roll?

If you're exhibiting at the Orange County Convention Center this June, now is the time to lock in your shipping plans, and the Cold Chain Experts are ready to help.

We offer Frozen & Refrigerated LTL shipping directly to the show, so your products arrive on time and at the perfect temperature. We can pick up your freight and route it through our Newfield, NJ Cross Dock, or you can drop your freight off directly at our Cross Dock at your convenience. Either way, you'll get reliable, temperature controlled transport from our team straight to the show floor.

Don't wait until it's too late! Spots are filling up fast, and deadlines are quickly approaching. Let RLS handle the shipping while you focus on making connections and closing deals in Orlando.

Contact our team at [email protected] to request a quote today.

05/06/2026

IDDBA 2026 is just one month away. Is your freight ready to roll?

If you're exhibiting at the Orange County Convention Center this June, now is the time to lock in your shipping plans, and the Cold Chain Experts are ready to help.

We offer Frozen & Refrigerated LTL shipping directly to the show, so your products arrive on time and at the perfect temperature. We can pick up your freight and route it through our Newfield, NJ Cross Dock, or you can drop your freight off directly at our Cross Dock at your convenience. Either way, you'll get reliable, temperature controlled transport from our team straight to the show floor.

Don't wait until it's too late! Spots are filling up fast, and deadlines are quickly approaching. Let RLS handle the shipping while you focus on making connections and closing deals in Orlando.
Contact our team at [email protected] to request a quote today.

05/04/2026

We're excited to be attending the Sweets & Snacks Expo from May 19-21 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Hosted by the National Confectioners Association, this is the premier event bringing together confectionery and snack industry leaders, innovators, and decision makers from around the world.

If you're a candy or snack manufacturer looking for a trusted cold chain partner to protect the quality and integrity of your products, let's connect! Our team would love to chat about how RLS Logistics can support your temperature controlled storage, transportation, and distribution needs.

Attending the show? Reach out to schedule a meeting with Joe; we'd love to talk all things sweet, savory, and supply chain!

04/29/2026

Happy National Supply Chain Day! 📦🚚

Today, we recognize the incredible work of all logistics professionals. From warehouse associates and truck drivers to logistics coordinators and operations teams, these positions play a pivotal role in keeping the world's supply chains moving efficiently.

At RLS Logistics, we're proud to be Cold Chain Experts, delivering temperature-controlled solutions that protect the integrity of food and other perishable products from origin to destination. None of it would be possible without the dedication of our incredible team members who show up and give their best every day.

To our drivers, warehouse teams, customer service representatives, sales professionals, and every employee across our network, thank you for your hard work and commitment. You are the reason RLS continues to set the standard in cold chain logistics. To our customers and partners, thank you for trusting us with your supply chain needs. We're honored to be part of your success!

04/28/2026

Most frozen food shippers are stuck choosing between the delivery window their LTL carrier offers and the delivery day their retailer actually requires, and it's costing them chargebacks they shouldn't be paying.

At RLS Logistics, our temperature controlled LTL program runs on consistent frozen and refrigerated sailing schedules with day specific delivery for select cosignees, providing consistent service and helping reduce chargebacks.

Weekly pickups from your dock, outside warehouse, or co-packer feed into our temperature controlled cross dock facility in Newfield, NJ, where your freight moves on time, at the right temperature, and safely to retailers and foodservice distributors nationwide.

If your current LTL carrier is costing you chargebacks your supply chain can't afford, let's talk. Visit https://zurl.co/RqwbA to learn more.

04/23/2026

The 2025 3PL market proved something the cold chain industry already knew: flexibility and carrier relationships win when the market gets unpredictable.

A recent Transport Topics report shows that value added warehousing grew at a steady 4.4% year-over-year, even through the freight recession, and domestic transportation management is bouncing back, up 4.5% in 2025. The 3PLs leading both segments share one thing in common: strong carrier relationships, flexible capacity, and technology that creates real visibility.

That's been the RLS model for over 55 years. Our temperature controlled warehousing and value added cold chain solutions are built to excel in this market.

Volatility isn't going away, so choosing the right partner makes all the difference in being successful in 2026.

👉 Check out the full article: https://zurl.co/uShc0

In 2025, the U.S. third-party logistics market experienced significant volatility amid uncertainty over tariffs and fluctuating trade agreements.