Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Logistics Partner in Oakland, CA
Founded in 2004 by President and CEO Ron Cancilla, Impact Transportation has established itself as a trusted leader in logistics solutions. Our mission to deliver exceptional service through on-time performance, reliability, and accountability has driven our growth across the ports of Oakland and Los Angeles/Long Beach. With a dedicated team of over 40 professionals and strategically located facilities, we specialize in port drayage, warehouse operations, transloading, rail services, and specialized cargo handling. Our Oakland facility, situated within two miles of ocean terminals on 15 acres of the Oakland Army Base, features a 250,000-square-foot warehouse and permits for overweight cargo transportation.In Los Angeles, we provide efficient port drayage and cross-docking solutions to meet diverse client needs. Through continuous investment in equipmentincluding a fleet of 40 lightweight chassisand adherence to industry standards, we maintain our reputation as a performance-driven logistics partner. Our services extend to CFS operations, fumigation compliance, and rail-served cargo handling via the OGRE short-line railway. By embracing challenges and prioritizing client success, we remain committed to making a lasting impact in the logistics industry while maintaining our core values of transparency and customer-centric service.
Services
Port Drayage
Warehouse Operations
Transloading
Rail Services
CFS Services
Fumigation
Overweight Cargo Handling
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of experience in port logistics and cargo handling.
- Our strategically located facilities enable rapid terminal access in Oakland.
- We operate a dedicated fleet of 40 lightweight chassis for efficient transport.
- Our team handles specialized cargo including overweight and hazardous materials.
- We offer integrated rail, warehouse, and CFS services at major West Coast ports.
Services
Port Drayage
Our port drayage services specialize in legal and overweight container transportation between terminals and destinations. Operating in Oakland and LA/LB ports, we utilize tri-axle chassis and bonded drayage capabilities to handle import/export cargo, hazmat materials, and overweight shipments. With direct terminal access and dedicated chassis fleets, we ensure timely deliveries while maintaining compliance with port regulations and safety standards.
Warehouse Operations
The 250,000-square-foot Oakland warehouse offers cross-docking, transloading, and storage solutions for import, export, and domestic cargo. Located within two miles of ocean terminals, the facility supports overweight reworks, export top-offs, and special projects. Our bonded storage capabilities and proximity to major highways enable efficient cargo handling and distribution for time-sensitive logistics requirements.
Transloading
We specialize in transloading ocean containers for rail-to-truck and truck-to-rail cargo transfers. Our Oakland facility's rail access via OGRE short-line railway enables seamless intermodal transfers of flat cars, box cars, and specialized equipment. With 15 acres of land and dedicated warehouse space, we handle complex transloading projects for oversized and standard cargo shipments.
Rail Services
Our rail-served Oakland facility connects to BNSF and Union Pacific networks through the OGRE short-line railway. This unique capability allows multiple daily rail switch operations for containers, flat cars, and specialized cargo. We provide transloading between railcars and ocean containers, supporting import/export logistics and domestic distribution requirements with integrated rail transportation solutions.
CFS Services
As a bonded Container Freight Station (CFS) in Oakland, we offer LCL container deconsolidation and final-mile distribution. Located two miles from ocean terminals, our CFS handles high-volume cargo breakdowns and overweight container movements. Our permits enable legal delivery preparation while maintaining compliance with port weight restrictions and transportation regulations.
People
Ron Cancilla
President and CEO
Ron Cancilla founded Impact Transportation in 2004 with a vision to revolutionize port logistics. Under his leadership, the company expanded operations to serve major West Coast ports while maintaining a commitment to reliability and customer-focused solutions.
Questions
What logistics services does Impact Transportation offer?
We provide port drayage, warehouse operations, transloading, rail services, CFS deconsolidation, and fumigation compliance for import, export, and domestic cargo.
Where are your facilities located?
Our primary facility operates in Oakland, CA, within two miles of ocean terminals. We also serve the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach from Rancho Dominguez, CA.
Can you handle overweight cargo transportation?
Yes, we're permitted to transport overweight containers within Oakland's port corridor and offer rework services to ensure legal delivery compliance.
Do you offer rail cargo services?
Our Oakland facility connects to BNSF and Union Pacific railways via OGRE short-line, supporting intermodal transfers and specialized rail cargo handling.
How do I request a service quote?
Visit our website's 'Request a Quote' page to select your required service and location, then complete the contact form for pricing details.
Are you a bonded logistics provider?
Yes, we operate as a licensed and bonded Container Freight Station (CFS) in the Port of Oakland for cargo deconsolidation and storage.
