Our History

The Vision to provide exceptional service and exceed our customers' expectations.

Established in 1958 by Richard and Jewel May as a warehousing and trucking company with one truck and two customers, we have since grown to a fully integrated provider of third-party logistics services including warehousing, transportation, packaging and other valued added services.

A Letter from the CEO

Since opening its doors for business in the late 1950’s, States Logistics Services, Inc. has shown the way to success is by its actions. How we act toward our customers and how we act toward each other reflect our strong beliefs that we are a customer focused organization who will strive for excellence in all that we do. Furthermore, at all times we treat others with honesty, respect and integrity.

Our employees know from day one, that their organization produces one key element, which sets it apart from other logistics companies – excellence in service. They understand that their organization does not produce, buy or sell goods to be sold to consumers, but rather is a company entrusted with the care and distribution of our customers’ valuable products until they reach their final destination. Being the trusted partner in your supply chain who offers value in its service and solutions to you, our customer is our primary goal.

While we know there are many logistics organizations vying for your business, we extend our thanks that you have chosen States Logistics Services for your inquiry. Our wide range of logistics services, described in more detail within our website, are backed by experience and knowledge.

As your team of professionals, we would welcome the opportunity to prove our capabilities and strengths by the only way possible, through our actions as your partner. Thank you for your interest in our company!

Yours respectfully,

Daniel Monson CEO

Company Timeline

1958States Warehouses is founded by Richard and Jewel May with one warehouse and two trucks in Vernon, CA.
1977The Dolly Avenue warehouse was opened, expanding warehousing services to the LA/OC areas.
1986States expands operations into Arizona, building a warehouse on Jefferson Avenue in Phoenix.
1989The implementation of Radio Frequency (RF) technology in our facilities increases warehouse efficiency - providing greater accuracy with inventory information, improving labor efficiency, and decreasing order fulfillment time.
1991The company expands its reach by opening a 400,000 sf warehouse in Walnut, CA.
1996The S.C.O.R.E. program is launched, focusing on bringing efficiencies throughout the supply chain.
1997States Logistics launches a fully integrated Transportation Management System, improving communication and service to our customers.
2001Further inland expansion allows for additional service offerings when the Ontario, CA warehouse opens.
2003We established the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) to enrich our employee's retirement opportunities and shared stake in the business' success.
2011In line with our commitment to sustainability, a solar array is installed on the Dolly Avenue building, generating clean renewable energy.
2016States Logistics opens the state-of-the art distribution center and transportation terminal on Beech Avenue in Fontana, CA.
2022States Logistics expands our truck fleet to include a 100% electric truck and yard truck (hostler) making the drive towards zero-emissions (ZE) in our operations.
Vintage photo of truck with driver.Vintage photo of truck with driver.

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