Key facts
- Founded 1923 · headquartered in Fort Smith, AR
- Publicly traded — NASDAQ: ARCB
- 50,000+ carriers · 2M+/yr shipments per year
- FMCSA broker authority: ACTIVE
- #16 on the Transport Topics Top 100 (2024)
- Gross revenue: $1.4B per Transport Topics 2024
About ArcBest / MoLo Solutions
ArcBest Corporation is a publicly traded full-service 3PL and freight broker (NASDAQ: ARCB) headquartered in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Founded in 1923 as ABF Freight — one of America's oldest LTL carriers — ArcBest rebranded in 2012 to reflect its expanded logistics capabilities. In 2021, ArcBest acquired MoLo Solutions, a Chicago-based FTL truckload broker founded in 2017 that had grown rapidly to over $800M in gross revenue on the strength of its technology platform and carrier relationships.
The combined ArcBest brokerage operation gives shippers a rare combination: MoLo's modern FTL dry van, reefer, and flatbed brokerage capabilities alongside ABF Freight's established LTL network and ArcBest's managed transportation suite (branded Vaux). For mid-market shippers who need both FTL and LTL under one roof, ArcBest is one of the few brokers that can offer truly integrated multi-mode coverage with a single account team.
ArcBest ranks #16 on the Transport Topics Top 100 Freight Brokerage list with $1.40B in gross brokerage revenue (2024). The company's national carrier network, EDI/API integrations, and MoLo's technology-first procurement model make it a strong choice for shippers with high FTL volume in dry van, reefer, or flatbed, particularly in the Southeast, Midwest, and Texas markets where ArcBest's combined carrier relationships run deepest.
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Load Types Transport Topics Top 100
FMCSA & Licensing FMCSA Li-Public
Coverage
All 48 contiguous states · Mexico · Canada
Strongest Lanes
Pros & Cons
- Rare combination of FTL brokerage (MoLo) and LTL carrier (ABF Freight) under one parent — true multi-mode coverage
- MoLo Platform brings modern tech-forward FTL procurement with real-time pricing and tracking
- Strong in dry van, reefer, and flatbed — all three modes handled by dedicated teams
- Publicly traded with financial transparency and enterprise-grade account management
- ArcBest Vaux managed transportation suite for shippers who want outsourced freight management
- MoLo acquisition integration is ongoing — shipper experience can vary between legacy ArcBest and MoLo divisions
- Less name recognition than C.H. Robinson or TQL for shippers unfamiliar with MoLo's heritage
- Ocean and air freight not offered — pure domestic and cross-border North America focus
- Smaller carrier network than the top-5 brokers; may see capacity gaps on thin lanes
- Reviews and shipper feedback less established for the combined entity post-acquisition
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FAQ
Is ArcBest / MoLo Solutions licensed and bonded as a freight broker?
ArcBest Corporation holds active freight broker authority through FMCSA with a $75,000 BMC-84 surety bond on file. MoLo Solutions operates under ArcBest's authority following the 2021 acquisition. Always confirm current MC# and DOT# status at li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov before tendering a load.
What types of freight does ArcBest / MoLo move?
Per Transport Topics' Top 100 report, ArcBest / MoLo primarily brokers dry van TL, refrigerated/reefer, flatbed, and LTL. Intermodal is also active. MoLo's platform is particularly strong for FTL dry van and reefer; ABF Freight's LTL network covers less-than-truckload. Cross-border Mexico and Canada are offered.
How do ArcBest / MoLo's rates compare to other freight brokers?
ArcBest / MoLo is a full-service broker and prices accordingly — competitive on contract FTL and LTL lanes where their carrier relationships are strongest. Use ShipperGuide to get instant quotes from 50+ brokers in under a minute, free, and benchmark ArcBest's rates before committing.