Technology, imports drawing logistics investment to Phoenix
William B. Cassidy, Senior Editor | Aug 20, 2024, 4:33 PM EDT Rising cross-border trade with Mexico and the growth of high-tech manufacturing in Arizona, including semiconductor plants, is injecting more logistics investment into the Phoenix area, already a key inland hub for US imports headed east from California. BNSF Railway in June announced plans […]
RK Logistics Group Acquires Facility and Assets from Tempe’s Southwest Supply Chain Solutions in Southwest Arizona
Company acquires 79,000 square feet, fully climate-controlled warehouse, other assets in Tempe Positions RK to support growing logistics needs of expanding “Silicon Desert” operations as semiconductor manufacturing ramps up. Complements recent expansions in California, Michigan, Texas and New York supporting lithium-ion battery, EV, and semicon manufacturing sectors. EDITOR’S NOTE: This news release has been […]
RK Logistics joins wave of ‘tuck-in’ acquisitions to reach East Coast
Journal of Commerce by S&P Global William B. Cassidy, Senior Editor | Feb 28, 2024, 9:13 AM EST A soft freight market is creating opportunities for accretive, or “tuck-in,” acquisitions of smaller trucking and brokerage companies as buyers seek means to expand territory and services and sellers seek capital and resources they need to survive […]
RK Logistics Holdings Acquires New York’s On Time Trucking
Acquisition expands company’s operations into the northeast U.S. Positions RK to offer lithium battery and specialized material storage capabilities to support energy transition clients on the East Coast. Complements recent regional expansions in Michigan, Texas and Arizona supporting EV battery and semiconductor manufacturing sectors. Company founder Daniel Leitgeb retained as President of On Time Trucking. FARMINGDALE, […]
Grand Opening – RK in Whitmore Lake, Michigan
RK Logistics recently held a grand opening event to commemorate the launch of its new facility in Whitmore Lake, Michigan, a suburb of Ann Arbor. Attending were local officials and news media, RK executives and members of the Michigan business community. Michigan has emerged as a key region for the development and manufacturing of electric […]
RK Logistics Taps Industry Veteran Antonio Tejeda to Lead Expansion of EV Supply Chain Services
Proven logistics operator promoted to Director of Account Management – EV Services. Brings nearly 10 years of supply chain experience in solar energy and electric vehicle logistics to new role. Will build upon RK’s more than 10 years providing dedicated warehousing, inventory control, supply chain support services for EV automotive manufacturing. FREMONT, CA – […]
RK Logistics Expands to Arizona’s Silicon Desert
SCOTTSDALE, AZ AND FREMONT, CA – June 1, 2023 – RK Logistics, a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider, announced it has expanded into Arizona with the opening of a new office in Scottsdale supporting customers throughout the greater Phoenix area and southern Arizona. The new office, which initially will house RK’s local sales, business development […]
RK Logistics Expands into Texas, Opens New Facility in Austin’s Silicon Hills
RK Logistics Moves into Texas with New Logistics Support Center in Austin Company opens new 200,000 sq. ft. warehousing and distribution center serving greater Austin area; marks first Texas operation. Supports local automotive plants with warehousing, inventory management, staging and just-in-time deliveries of parts and components to assembly lines. Brings RK’s nearly 10 years of […]
RK Logistics Expands in Michigan, Opens New Supply Chain Support Center
RK Logistics Group Expands Into Michigan, Establishes New Operation in Ann Arbor Launches 52,800 sq. ft. commercial logistics facility providing supply chain support for major semiconductor equipment manufacturer. Enters Michigan market with over two decades of experience, specialized logistics capabilities supporting automotive, high-tech manufacturing industries. Expands RK’s overall U.S. warehouse footprint to 15 facilities with […]
Logistics Management: RK Expands Local Warehouse Capacity with new Hayward facility
RK Logistics Group opens up a new Bay Area-based warehouse RK Logistics Group, a Silicon Valley provider of warehousing, e-commerce fulfillment and supply chain management services, recently announced it has opened up a new Hayward, Calif.-based commercial logistics facility to support the local manufacturing of electric vehicles. The company said that this is its 12th […]