Key facts
- Founded 2017 · headquartered in Chicago, IL
- Subsidiary
- Primary freight modes: Dry Van
About MoLo Solutions
MoLo Solutions was founded in 2017 in Chicago by Andrew Elsener and a team of experienced freight brokers who had previously built operations at other major brokerages. The company distinguished itself by combining a high-touch, relationship-first service model with modern data practices and a relentless focus on carrier relationships. MoLo grew exceptionally quickly — reaching hundreds of millions in gross revenue in just a few years — and became one of the most-watched growth stories in the freight brokerage industry, earning recognition on multiple fast-growth rankings.
In 2021, ArcBest Corporation — a publicly traded trucking and logistics company based in Fort Smith, Arkansas — acquired MoLo Solutions for approximately $235 million. The acquisition gave ArcBest significant brokerage capabilities to complement its ABF Freight LTL network and Panther Premium Logistics expedited division. MoLo continues to operate under its own brand within the ArcBest family, with the founding team and many original account managers remaining in place post-acquisition.
For shippers evaluating MoLo today, the company's core strength remains truckload brokerage — primarily dry van, reefer, and flatbed — with an account management culture that prioritizes responsiveness and carrier quality. ArcBest's backing provides financial stability and the potential for cross-selling into LTL and expedited services through sister brands. MoLo is a strong option for shippers in food, beverage, manufacturing, and agriculture who value reliable carrier coverage and a consultative broker relationship over purely self-service digital tools.
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Coverage
All 48 contiguous states
Strongest Lanes
Pros & Cons
- High-touch, relationship-driven service model with experienced account managers
- Strong dry van and reefer carrier network built through aggressive carrier recruitment
- Backed by ArcBest's financial resources and access to LTL and expedited services through sister brands
- Flatbed capability for shippers moving construction materials, machinery, or manufacturing inputs
- Proven growth trajectory signals strong carrier and shipper satisfaction
- Now a subsidiary of ArcBest; some MoLo-specific identity may evolve over time
- Does not focus on LTL, intermodal, or parcel — shippers needing those modes must look elsewhere
- Technology self-service tools are less developed than fully digital-native brokers
- Revenue and scale metrics not publicly disclosed post-acquisition
- Smaller brand footprint compared to top-tier national brokers may mean less leverage in capacity-tight markets
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FAQ
Is MoLo Solutions licensed and bonded as a freight broker?
MoLo Solutions holds FMCSA property broker authority as a licensed entity. As a subsidiary of ArcBest Corporation, its broker authority is maintained at the MoLo entity level. Shippers should verify the current MC number and active authority status at li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov before tendering freight.
What types of freight does MoLo Solutions move?
MoLo Solutions focuses on truckload brokerage: dry van, refrigerated (reefer), and flatbed are the primary modes. The company does not operate a significant LTL or intermodal practice; shippers needing those services can explore ArcBest's broader portfolio through ABF Freight or Panther Premium Logistics.
How do MoLo Solutions's rates compare to other freight brokers?
MoLo competes on market rates for truckload freight, with pricing driven by its carrier network depth and real-time market data. As a relationship-first brokerage, MoLo account managers are typically willing to work on contract rates for shippers with consistent volume. Shippers should expect competitive spot rates for dry van and reefer, particularly on Midwest-origin lanes.