Industry-Specific Expertise.
From LTL to specialized logistics, we provide the freight services you need to keep your business moving.
Less-than-Truckload (LTL)
Reliable Midwest coverage with personalized service. We deliver your shipments on time, damage-free, and with care that big carriers can’t match.
Cross-Dock
Eliminate delays and cut costs with fast, flexible cross-dock services that keep your freight moving and your commitments on schedule.
Canadian Shipping
Seamless, cross-border shipping made simple. We handle the paperwork and customs so your freight moves smoothly between the U.S. and Canada.
Pool Distribution
Consolidate shipments, reduce costs, and speed up delivery. We’ll build the right pool strategy to get your freight closer to customers—faster.
Truckload Brokerage
Access thousands of trusted carriers with one call. Our brokerage team finds the right truck, route, and rate to move your freight efficiently.
Yard Management
Gain visibility and control of your yard operations. We streamline trailer movements, reduce dwell time, and improve on-time performance.
Get a customized quote for your freight needs today.
Comprehensive Midwest Coverage with National Connections
16 States
Serving 5 core Midwest states directly and reaching 11 more through trusted carrier partners—delivering seamless coverage where your business needs it most.
Custom Pricing
Transparent, flexible pricing built around your freight needs—not one-size-fits-all rates.
On-Time Delivery
Delivering on time, every time — that’s our promise.
Stay Informed
Real-time updates and seamless EDI/API connections keep you in control from pickup to delivery.
Trusted by Midwest Businesses
Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what our customers say about our
freight services.
“We use Standard Forwarding for all of our Midwest regional and Canadian shipments. They never miss a pick-up no matter how late we call in. Their pricing is reasonable. We have not had a claim in the ten years they have been serving us. We also have many special situation shipments that seem difficult for other carriers but with Standard one call takes care of it all. They have helped our company grow into the successful company we have become.”
Logistics Manager
Custom Valves Manufacturer – Iowa
“We get the feeling that we are Standard Forwarding’s only customer! Every person we’ve worked with in their organization treats us like it. I especially appreciate knowing if there is an issue or delay with a pickup or delivery. They give us a “small-company” feeling in a very large and oftentimes bureaucratic freight industry.”
Vice President
Plastic Fabricator – Iowa
“When we need expedited service or special care, we simply make one telephone call and forget it, knowing that the team from Standard will jump through hoops and make things happen. Standard Forwarding has become an extremely valued and vital partner… Excellence really is their Standard.”
Traffic Manager
Manufacturer – Iowa