ROMEOVILLE, IL (February 11, 2025) – RJW Logistics Group, Inc. (“RJW or the “Company”), a leading provider of retail logistics solutions for CPG companies, announced today the acquisition of a new 1M square foot building representing the Company’s largest facility to date and its second warehouse in Joliet, IL. RJW’s total retail logistics footprint now exceeds eight million square feet spanning fifteen warehouses, including thirteen in greater Chicagoland and two in the Dallas region.
Estimated to hold 130,000 pallets and ship more than 15 million cases annually, the new Joliet warehouse represents the Company’s thirteenth facility in one of the nation’s busiest trade corridors. By managing a single set of customers’ inventory in strategic locations, RJW produces economies of scale, enabling suppliers to achieve a fully optimized and efficient supply chain at a lower cost. Through this LEED certified facility, the Company will service 300 CPG customers and create approximately 325 new jobs in the greater Joliet area.
“The addition of our largest facility to date marks a key milestone in RJW’s growth strategy,” said Kevin Williamson, CEO. “This expansion enhances our ability to scale with our customers while continuing to deliver industry-leading performance to over 150 retailers nationwide. Our proven inventory management model enables us to reduce our customers’ operational costs, improve in-stocks and increase sales at retail.”
RJW is committed to business practices that minimize its customers’ environmental footprint and promote sustainability. In 2024, RJW’s leading Retail Consolidation Program eliminated an average of 34 LTL shipments through one consolidated shipment. The company also prioritizes and invests in the health and age of its fleet with aerodynamic, fuel-efficient, recent vintage trucks that contribute to a more sustainable logistics operation. RJW recycles over 1.8k tons annually across its network and its datacenter utilizes green power, saving approximately 718 kg of carbon output monthly.
About RJW Logistics Group
RJW Logistics Group, Inc. is a leading retail logistics solutions provider, with a specialized focus on retail consolidation services designed for consumer-packaged goods suppliers to retailers. RJW’s asset-based transportation, logistics and warehousing provide an attractive value proposition for shippers requiring retail logistics expertise. For more information, please visit the Company’s website at www.rjwgroup.com.
