Best Logistics, Inc. traces its origins to the San Francisco Bay Area where Bert Artlip, our founder, began his career as the foreman of operations for the Santa Fe Railroad in Northern California. In 1968, Bert was promoted to sales for the Santa Fe Trails, where he identified a strategic opportunity to backhaul imports from the Western US to the Midwest and East Coast. By consolidating these imports into trailers from the Port of San Francisco, Bert facilitated the first-ever TOFC (Trailer on Flat Car) movements under Custom’s house license #15, marking a significant milestone in intermodal transportation.

In 1971, as the rail industry evolved, Bert adapted to new challenges by becoming a key operator for a local intermodal marketing company (IMC). Two years later, in 1973, Bert took a bold step and purchased his own trucking company in Berkeley, which ultimately led to the creation of Best Logistics, Inc. To better serve the expanding distribution needs of retail and manufacturing centers, the company relocated to the Central Valley, strategically positioning itself near major rail hubs and Interstate 5.

In 2009, Best Logistics, Inc. further expanded its reach by establishing operations at the Port of Stockton. As long-term tenants of the Port, the company now serves a wide range of industries, including food, consumer goods, retail, industrial and building markets.

Today, Best Logistics, Inc. is owned and operated by Bert’s son Greg, along with his wife Sharon and their children Jaclyn and Jeffrey. Together, they bring over 120 years of combined experience in the logistics industry. As they carry forward the family legacy, they remain dedicated to fostering innovation and providing outstanding service.