Business Details
33 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Logistics Partner for Freight & Warehousing Solutions
Pontiac Logistics, based in Defiance, Ohio, has been a trusted logistics partner since 1993. Founded initially for local servicing, the company expanded its reach after being acquired by Eric Westrick in 1998. Today, we specialize in nationwide and international transportation and warehousing solutions, combining the scale to handle complex logistics with the agility to provide personalized service. Our expertise spans LTL, truckload, intermodal, expedited, and international freight services, alongside warehousing solutions tailored to diverse client needs. With a focus on customer-centricity, we prioritize understanding unique requirements to deliver efficient, cost-effective logistics strategies. Our strategic partnerships, including Landstar, grant access to extensive resources, ensuring reliable door-to-door service across North America and beyond. We invest in technology for real-time tracking and transparent communication, empowering clients with visibility and control over their shipments.Our teams deep industry knowledge, honed over decades, ensures compliance with cross-border regulations and complex logistics challenges. From local deliveries within 150 miles of Defiance to global freight solutions, we are committed to excellence in every shipment. Our state-of-the-art warehousing facilities in Ohio offer flexible storage, inventory management, and cross-docking services, reducing clients fixed costs and operational burdens. As an award-winning Landstar agency, we uphold rigorous standards of service quality and reliability, serving as a seamless extension of our clients operations. Whether managing urgent expedited shipments or long-term logistics strategies, we strive to be a trusted partner that prioritizes client success above all.
Services
LTL Service
Truckload Service
Expedited Service
International Service
Warehousing Service
Mexico Service
Canada Service
Local Deliveries
Intermodal Service
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of logistics expertise with personalized service.
- Our nationwide network handles all freight types, including specialized and high-risk shipments.
- 24/7 emergency transportation services ensure urgent needs are met promptly.
- Real-time tracking technology provides full shipment visibility and transparency.
- Strategic partnerships grant access to 90,000+ vetted carriers and global logistics options.
Associations and certifications
- Landstar System, Inc.
What people say
Deep understanding
Impressive expertise
Game-changer for business
Reliable and timely
Thoroughly impressed
Services
LTL Service
Our LTL (Less Than Truckload) service efficiently transports smaller shipments across the U.S., including next-day options. We coordinate pickups, manage carrier relationships, and ensure on-time delivery with real-time tracking. Clients benefit from competitive discount rates and a user-friendly TMS system for instant quotes and shipment visibility.
Truckload Service
Nationwide truckload transportation solutions handle any shipment size, from van to hazmat. Our network matches requirements with vetted carriers, ensuring fast, economical delivery. Real-time tracking and dedicated support maintain shipment integrity, with capacity options spanning 11,800+ owner-operators and 90,000+ carriers.
Expedited Service
For time-sensitive needs, our expedited service provides instant access to Landstar Express Americas capacity. Options include dedicated cargo vans, straight trucks, and tractor-trailers, supported by 24/7 emergency transportation. Clients receive timely updates and reliable delivery for unplanned logistics events.
International Service
We arrange air, ocean, and customs brokerage services worldwide, leveraging Landstars global network. Solutions include door-to-door shipping, consolidated invoicing, and compliance with international regulations. Strategic partnerships ensure seamless cross-border logistics for businesses of all sizes.
Warehousing Service
Our Defiance, Ohio facility offers tailored warehousing with long/short-term storage, pick-and-pack, cross-docking, and inventory management. Centrally located near major Midwest markets, it reduces costs and improves accuracy while supporting scalable logistics needs for local and national clients.
People
Eric Westrick
Owner
Eric Westrick acquired Pontiac Logistics in 1998, transforming it from a local service into a national logistics leader. With decades of industry experience, he focuses on strategic growth and maintaining personalized client relationships.
Questions
What transportation services does Pontiac Logistics offer?
We provide LTL, truckload, intermodal, expedited, heavy haul, and international freight services, along with warehousing and local deliveries.
Do you handle cross-border shipments to Mexico and Canada?
Yes, we offer door-to-door service to Mexico and Canada with customs brokerage, transfer expertise, and CTPAT-compliant carriers.
Is real-time tracking available for shipments?
Yes, our TMS system provides real-time tracking and 24/7 visibility for all shipments.
What warehousing solutions are available?
Our Ohio facility offers storage, pick-and-pack, cross-docking, and inventory management tailored to client needs.
Are emergency transportation services available after hours?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency freight solutions for urgent logistics needs.
Reviews (1)
Jav S.
Aug 22, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Fast loading. In and out in less than 30 minutes. Friendly staff
Fast loading. In and out in less than 30 minutes. Friendly staff