Landstar System (NASDAQ:LSTR) provides integrated transportation management solutions through a network of independent agents and third-party capacity providers. The company specializes in truckload brokerage, intermodal, air and ocean freight, expedited and heavy-haul services, along with value-added offerings such as cargo insurance, customs brokerage and supply chain management. Landstar’s proprietary technology platform enables real-time load matching, shipment tracking and data analytics to optimize fleet utilization and improve customer service.
Founded in 1968 and headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, Landstar pioneered an asset-light brokerage model that has evolved into a global logistics operation. Its network includes more than 1,000 independently owned agents and over 100,000 capacity providers, encompassing owner-operators, small fleets and large carriers. This structure allows Landstar to offer flexible transportation solutions across a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, retail, energy and construction.
Landstar’s service portfolio covers full-truckload, less-than-truckload, intermodal, air and ocean freight, as well as specialized transport for oversized and heavy haul shipments. Its technology-driven approach grants shippers visibility into every stage of the supply chain, enabling proactive planning, cost control and performance measurement. The company also provides freight bill audit and payment services, ensuring accurate invoicing and regulatory compliance.
Operating throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico, Landstar further extends its reach via strategic partnerships in Europe and Asia. The company’s leadership reflects its founding ethos of agent entrepreneurship, with James B. “Jim” Gattoni serving as Executive Chairman. A dedicated board of directors and senior management team guide Landstar’s growth strategy, technology investments and customer service initiatives, maintaining its emphasis on safety, compliance and operational excellence.
