Fast-growing 3PLs are worth watching for the simple reason that they’re winning business fast enough to outpace their peers. That points to new capacity, new services, sharper execution, or a niche that suddenly caught fire.
What we mean by “fastest-growing” in this article?
We’re using two different scorecards, because there isn’t one universal, fully audited “fastest-growing 3PLs” database that covers the whole market.
- US list: Inc. 5000 (2025), ranked by 3-year growth % as reported in each company’s Inc. profile.
- Global list: 2024 vs 2023 revenue growth from company reporting, using either the logistics segment (when the company is a conglomerate) or the company total (when logistics is the core business).
An honest limitation
The biggest limitation is that a lot of 3PLs are private, don’t publish detailed revenue, or grow through acquisitions and this blurs what’s “organic.” So treat this as a well-sourced scoreboard for what’s visible, not a final word on who will be the best partner for your freight or fulfillment.
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The 10 fastest-growing 3PLs in the US
Ranked by Inc. 5000 (2025) 3-year growth %.
| Rank | Company | Inc. 5000 rank (2025) | 3-year growth | 3PL focus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atomix Logistics | 10 | 11,442% | Omnichannel fulfillment |
| 2 | ShipDudes | 39 | 6,243% | Fulfillment 3PL |
| 3 | Freight Flex | 40 | 6,141% | Freight and logistics (3PL-style) |
| 4 | Shipbots | 46 | 5,881% | E-commerce fulfillment |
| 5 | Sullivan Services | 343 | 1,150% | Warehousing and 3PL |
| 6 | Bullins | 1,251 | 354% | Freight and 3PL logistics |
| 7 | ZonPrep | (Inc. 5000 2025) | 349% | FBA prep and 3PL services |
| 8 | MOCA Logistics | 1,499 | 290% | 3PL services |
| 9 | Southern Reins Logistics | 1,559 | 268% | Logistics services |
| 10 | Logistix | 1,588 | 275% | 3PL services |
What jumps out from the US list?
Hypergrowth is showing up in e-commerce fulfillment and Amazon-adjacent operations (fulfillment, prep, omnichannel). Atomix Logistics, ShipDudes, Shipbots, and ZonPrep all sit in that orbit.
Another pattern: a few fast growers are closer to managed transportation and freight than warehouse fulfillment. That’s still 3PL in the real world, but it’s a different operating model and a different risk profile.
Fast-growing global 3PL players (latest full-year numbers)
Ranked by 2024 vs 2023 reported revenue growth (logistics segment where available).
| Company | What we measured | 2024 vs 2023 growth | Revenue figure used |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMA CGM (Logistics) | Logistics revenue | +20.9% | $18.4B |
| GXO Logistics | Total revenue | +20% | $11.7B |
| Expeditors | Total revenues | +14% | $19.0B |
| DACHSER | Total revenue | +13% | €8.027B |
| DSV | Total revenue | ~+10.8% | DKK 167,106m |
| DHL Group (eCommerce) | eCommerce revenue | +10.2% | €6,962m |
| Gebrüder Weiss | Net revenues | +10% | €2.71B |
| Hellmann Worldwide Logistics | Total revenue | +9% | €3.8B |
| Maersk (Logistics & Services) | Segment revenue | +7% | $14,920m |
| DHL Group (Supply Chain) | Supply Chain revenue | +4.3% | €17,268m |
Why this global list looks different than the US list
The US list is packed with newer fulfillment players with smaller starting revenue bases, which can produce eye-popping growth rates.
The global list leans toward giants, where “fast growth” can come from:
- adding contract logistics capacity,
- expanding parcel and e-commerce networks,
- acquisitions and integration under a broader shipping group.
How should you use a “fastest-growing 3PL” list?
Use it as a shortlist generator, not a final ranking.
Growth can be a good sign. It can also mean a provider is stretching capacity, hiring fast, changing systems, and onboarding customers at a pace that tests service quality.
A vetting checklist before you sign with a fast-growing 3PL
- Ask for the last 90 days of on-time ship performance and order accuracy, not just a yearly summary.
- Get clarity on peak planning: labor plan, cutoffs, carrier allocation, and overflow strategy.
- Confirm how returns, exchanges, and exceptions are handled in the WMS, not in spreadsheets.
- Make sure you can speak to current customers in your order volume range.
- Watch the contract language on accessorials, minimums, and rate changes.
- Ask how quickly they can stand up a second node if your sales spike.
- If your model is Amazon-heavy, confirm what they do in-house versus what they hand off.
Fast growth is a signal but not a fit check
Fast-growing 3PLs can be a great match when you want a hungry provider with a tight service scope and quick onboarding. But if you’re shipping a few hundred to a few thousand orders a day, “best” often looks like repeatable execution, fast changes, and support you can actually reach.
A shortlist for eCommerce brands (mid-market friendly):
- Speed Commerce: multi-node fulfillment, strong integrations, hands-on support for growing brands
- ShipBob: tech-forward DTC fulfillment with lots of platform integrations
- ShipNetwork (Rakuten Super Logistics): smaller network, strong parcel coverage, solid integrations
- Red Stag Fulfillment: heavy, bulky, and high-value items that break generic 3PL workflows
- American Fulfillment Inc: program-style fulfillment, kitting, inserts, and “campaign” builds with direct communication
- FBA: best when Amazon is the center of your channel mix and Prime rules drive the playbook
Where Speed Commerce fits in the conversation
Fast growers can be a strong fit when you want a provider that’s hungry, nimble, and focused on a tight set of services.
An established partner is usually the safer move when you need multi-node coverage, predictable SLAs, and a team that’s already been through peak at high volume.
References:
Inc. 5000 company profiles: Atomix Logistics, ShipDudes, Freight Flex, Shipbots, Sullivan Services, Bullins, ZonPrep, MOCA Logistics, Logistix, Southern Reins Logistics
CMA CGM 2024 annual results (logistics revenue)
GXO full-year 2024 results
Expeditors full-year 2024 results
DACHSER 2024 figures
DSV full-year revenue figures
DHL Group 2024 results (supply chain and eCommerce revenue)
Gebrüder Weiss 2024 net revenues
Hellmann 2024 revenue
Maersk 2024 results (logistics & services segment)
