Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Logistics Partner in Cincinnati
Commonwealth has been redefining logistics excellence since 1985. As a family-owned business, we combine the agility of a smaller company with the resources of a large-scale operation to deliver personalized, high-quality services. Our strategic locations across Greater Cincinnati provide 2 million square feet of versatile warehousing space, serving diverse industries including aerospace, automotive, and food and beverage. We specialize in tailored logistics solutions, offering public and contract warehousing, rail service, truckload and LTL transportation, and intermodal container handling. Our team of 120 professionals brings decades of combined experience, ensuring innovative solutions and exceptional service.We invest in ongoing training and development to stay at the forefront of industry best practices. With low employee turnover, clients benefit from consistent points of contact who understand their unique needs. Our history of strategic expansions and technological advancements, including advanced WMS implementation, supports our commitment to meeting evolving client requirements. We prioritize operational excellence and genuine partnerships to help businesses optimize their supply chains. Commonwealth's mission is to empower clients through honest, integrity-driven logistics services that drive their success.
Services
Public Warehousing
Contract Warehousing
Rail Service
Truckload (TL)
Less-Than-Truckload (LTL)
Intermodal Transport
Temperature-Controlled Storage
Hazardous Materials Handling
Cross-Docking
Facility Tours
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1985 with 35+ years of logistics expertise
- 2 million square feet of premium warehousing space across 6 locations
- Specialized handling for 8+ industries including food-grade and hazardous materials
- Multimodal transportation network with CSX rail connectivity
- Dedicated team of 120 logistics professionals with low turnover
What people say
Exceptional supply chain expertise
Dependable transportation network
Industry-specific storage solutions
Knowledgeable team members
Strategic facility locations
Services
Public Warehousing
Flexible, scalable storage options for businesses with variable inventory needs. Our facilities offer secure environments for diverse products including food-grade items, hazardous materials, and industrial equipment. Temperature-controlled spaces and specialized handling capabilities ensure product integrity across industries.
Contract Warehousing
Customized, long-term storage solutions with dedicated space and tailored operations. We design facilities to meet specific client requirements, including specialized infrastructure, security protocols, and inventory management systems for consistent, reliable service.
Rail Service
CSX-connected rail facilities enabling efficient transloading and bulk cargo handling. Our rail-served locations support cost-effective transportation of heavy industrial goods, chemicals, and raw materials with direct network connectivity across North America.
Truckload (TL)
Dedicated truck transportation for large-volume shipments requiring exclusive trailer space. Our TL service ensures timely delivery of time-sensitive freight with direct routing and specialized equipment options for oversized or heavy cargo.
Intermodal Transport
Integrated transportation combining rail and truck for cost-effective, environmentally friendly shipping. Our intermodal solutions handle containerized freight with drayage services, transloading capabilities, and seamless coordination between transportation modes.
People
Brent Collins
President, CEO
Brent Collins leads Commonwealth with over 30 years of logistics experience. As second-generation leader, he continues family legacy while driving technological innovation and strategic growth across the company's 2M sq ft network.
Karen Hamm
Executive Vice President
Karen Hamm oversees strategic operations with expertise in logistics optimization. Her leadership focuses on client relationship development and maintaining Commonwealth's reputation for reliable, customized supply chain solutions since joining in the 1990s.
Andy Deardorff
Operations Vice President
Andy Deardorff manages daily operations with emphasis on efficiency and safety standards. With two decades at Commonwealth, he ensures seamless execution of warehousing and transportation services across multiple industry sectors.
Eric Garten
General Manager
Eric Garten directs facility operations with focus on technological integration. He implements advanced WMS systems and process improvements that enhance inventory accuracy and operational efficiency across Commonwealth's storage network.
Josh Novogroski
Quality Assurance Manager
Josh Novogroski maintains Commonwealth's high service standards through rigorous quality control processes. He ensures compliance with industry regulations while implementing continuous improvement initiatives across all logistics operations.
Questions
What logistics services does Commonwealth offer?
We provide warehousing (public and contract), rail service, truckload/LTL shipping, intermodal transport, cross-docking, and specialized storage for hazardous materials and temperature-sensitive goods.
Which industries does Commonwealth serve?
We specialize in aerospace, automotive, food & beverage, industrial products, consumer packaged goods, chemicals, and paper & packaging industries with tailored logistics solutions.
Do you offer customized logistics solutions?
Yes, our team develops personalized logistics plans to meet specific business needs, including specialized storage requirements and transportation network optimization.
What warehousing capacity do you have available?
We operate 2 million square feet of storage space across six strategically located facilities in Greater Cincinnati with diverse capabilities including food-grade and heavy equipment storage.
Can I tour your facilities?
Yes, we offer facility tours at our Cincinnati, Walton, Fairfield, West Chester, and St. Bernard locations to demonstrate our capabilities and discuss your logistics needs.
How does Commonwealth ensure supply chain efficiency?
Our combination of strategic locations, advanced WMS technology, experienced team, and multimodal transportation network optimizes logistics operations for time and cost efficiency.
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