Inbound Logistics | July 2025

TOP 10 3PLs

SUNSET TRANSPORTATION

KENCO

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Sunset Transportation was recognized for the 8th consecutive year on Inbound Logistics’ Top 10 3PL list—this year earning its highest-ever ranking at #3. This honor reflects the strength of its customer relationships, the agility of its solutions, and the dedication of its people. As a privately held 3PL, Sunset oƒers

Kenco is privately held and smaller than many other top 3PLs, lending to its agility and customer-centric approach. But it also boasts similar operating scale and access to cutting-edge technology that its larger, publicly traded competitors oƒer. From robotic process automation and

proprietary, AI-enabled predictive analytics to large-scale automation and robotic fulfillment, Kenco oƒers the best of both worlds between niche, customized solutions and nationwide, service-integrated omnichannel delivery. Its primary oƒerings include value-added distribution and fulfillment, transportation

a full suite of domestic and international logistics services, including truckload, LTL, intermodal, warehousing, cross-border, and global freight forwarding. Its approach is rooted in partnership—Sunset acts as an extension of its customers’ supply chain teams, delivering

Lindsey Graves CEO

Denis Reilly President & CEO

flexible, high-touch solutions that reduce cost and improve performance. What sets Sunset apart is a people-first culture, combined with the strength of parent company, Armada Sunset Holdings. Through the support of sister companies Armada and ATEC Logistics, Sunset Transportation oƒers robust warehouse, supply chain, and transportation solutions backed by decades of operational excellence and best-in-class technology. Together, the companies bring scale, stability, and strategic collaboration to customers—with the responsiveness and care Sunset is known for. Recent initiatives reflect Sunset’s ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, including investments in automation and AI-driven tools that enable smarter workflows, faster execution, and greater supply chain visibility. “Being named a Top 3PL by Inbound Logistics for the eighth year—and reaching our highest-ever ranking—is an incredible honor,” says Lindsey Graves, CEO of Sunset Transportation. “This recognition is a testament to our team’s passion, our customers’ trust, and our belief that when people feel valued, they do exceptional work. That’s the foundation of everything we do at Sunset.”

services, MHE fleet solutions and automation guidance, and supply chain consulting, design, and innovation. The Kenco Innovation Lab is noted for its innovation-as-a-service (InaaS) model and ability to quickly pilot and deploy physical and digital solutions with a low cost of entry. It has also recently doubled down on its commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, and is actively partnering with customers to build more sustainable and resilient supply chains. Kenco has always been recognized first and foremost for its world- class lean operating system and people-first culture, driven by its motto to “be honest, serve, get better.” That’s why the typical contract client stays with Kenco for 14 years, and why it consistently earns best-in-class net promoter scores. “Our consistent ranking on the Top 10 List these last several years is a

testament to our continuous, strong commitment to our customers,” says Denis Reilly, president and CEO of Kenco. “We help companies achieve real results using agile best- in-class logistics solutions, technology and talent. It is an honor to be recognized by our customers and the industry at large again this year.”

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