Echo Global Logistics Opens Sacramento Refrigerated Hub for Western Growth

Key Details Echo Global Logistics announced the opening of a new temperature-controlled facility in Sacramento, California on April 14. The expansion strengthens EchoChill, the company's consolidated refrigerated less-than-truckload service across the Pacific Northwest, Northern California, and upper mountain states. Why It Matters The consolidated approach combines smaller chilled shipments into single full loads, keeping freight on the same trailer throughout transit. This strategy minimizes handling, eliminates extra stops and container switches, and reduces transit time and damage claims. Business Impact According to Dave Menzel, Echo's president and COO, consolidated refrigerated transportation delivers faster service at lower costs with fewer claims. The new facility provides West Coast clients with added flexibility while expanding Echo's national temperature-controlled network footprint. Additional Benefits Joe Amici, director of consolidation, highlighted that clients benefit from more eco-friendly shipping options through consolidation. Echo, ranked No. 21 on the Transport Topics Top 100 largest logistics companies, continues investing in its national infrastructure to serve growing demand in specialty freight services.