# OpenRoad Global

> Global Logistics 3PL · Dallas, OR · Founded 2004

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**Markdown source:** https://instant-rates.com/freight-brokers/openroad-global/index.md
**Last updated:** 2026-05-08

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## Key facts

- Founded 2004 · headquartered in Dallas, OR
- Privately held
- 40,000+ carriers in network
- FMCSA broker authority: **ACTIVE** (MC-493018)
- #77 on Transport Topics Top 100 (2026)
- Gross revenue: $0.229B per Transport Topics 2026
- Primary freight modes: Dry Van

## About

OpenRoad Global is a Dallas, Oregon-based global 3PL founded in 2004, ranked #77 on Transport Topics' 2026 Top 100 Freight Brokerage Firms with $229 million in gross revenue and $38 million in net revenue. Originally founded as OpenRoad Transportation, the company rebranded to OpenRoad Global to reflect its evolution from a Pacific Northwest truckload broker into a full-service global logistics provider with 40,000+ vetted carriers and 12 US offices.

OpenRoad's competitive advantage is the combined domestic + international logistics scope — truckload (dry van, open deck, reefer, over-dimensional, expedited), LTL, intermodal, drayage, plus a global forwarding division for air, ocean, and US customs brokerage. Per Transport Topics 2026, dry van TL is primary; reefer, LTL, intermodal, flatbed, expedited, and bulk/tank are active. Cross-border to Canada and Mexico extends coverage. The Pacific Northwest base provides natural density on West Coast and PNW corridors.

For shippers, OpenRoad Global is best suited to mid-to-large importers, manufacturers, or retailers with both domestic US freight and international ocean/air volume — particularly Pacific Northwest, West Coast, and cross-border North American shippers. Domestic-only Eastern US shippers may find better fits with Eastern-headquartered brokers; OpenRoad's edge is West Coast density combined with global forwarding capability.

## Load types

| Mode | Status |
|---|---|
| Dry Van TL | ● Primary |
| Refrigerated | ✓ Active |
| LTL | ✓ Active |
| Intermodal | ✓ Active |
| Flatbed | ✓ Active |
| Air / Expedited | ✓ Active |
| Bulk / Tank | ✓ Active |
| Parcel | Not offered |

Source: Transport Topics Top 100 Freight Brokerages, 2026

## FMCSA & Licensing

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MC Number | MC-493018 |
| USDOT Number | USDOT 2232591 |
| Broker Authority | ● ACTIVE |
| Surety Bond | $75,000 BMC-84 · On File |

Verify status: https://li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov

## Coverage

Pacific Northwest base with 12 US offices supporting nationwide and global logistics

**Strongest lanes:**

- Pacific Northwest → Midwest
- West Coast intermodal corridors
- Pacific Northwest → California
- Cross-border US-Canada
- International ocean → US West Coast

## Pros & Cons

**What shippers like:**

- Combined domestic + international scope — truckload, LTL, intermodal, drayage, air, ocean, customs brokerage
- 40,000+ vetted carriers and 12 US offices supporting national execution
- Active FMCSA broker authority MC-493018 with $75,000 BMC-84 surety bond on file
- Cross-border US-Canada and US-Mexico capability with customs brokerage support
- 20+ years of operating history with consistent growth (Beaver Freight Services acquisition Feb 2026)

**Common complaints:**

- Pacific Northwest headquarters means thinner density on Eastern US lanes vs Eastern-headquartered brokers
- No parcel disclosed in Transport Topics 2026
- Bond surety and effective date not independently verified at FMCSA L&I — confirm before tendering on bonded shipments
- Mid-tier broker scale — smaller national carrier network than Tier 1 brokers

## FAQ

### Is OpenRoad Global licensed and bonded as a freight broker?

Openroad Transportation Inc. (DBA OpenRoad Global) holds active FMCSA broker authority MC-493018 / DOT 2232591 with a $75,000 BMC-84 surety bond on file, registered at 288 E Ellendale Ave, Dallas, OR 97338. Verify at li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov before tendering.

### What types of freight does OpenRoad Global move?

Per Transport Topics 2026, dry van TL is primary; reefer, LTL, intermodal, flatbed, expedited, and bulk/tank are active. Plus international air, ocean, customs brokerage, and US-Canada/US-Mexico cross-border. No parcel.

### How do OpenRoad Global's rates compare to other freight brokers?

OpenRoad earned $229M gross / $38M net per Transport Topics 2026, a 16.6% net margin. The 40,000-carrier network is typically competitive on West Coast and PNW lanes; benchmark Eastern lane spot quotes against alternatives via ShipperGuide before committing.

## Best for

Mid-to-large importers, manufacturers, or retailers with both domestic US freight and international ocean/air volume — particularly Pacific Northwest, West Coast, and cross-border North American shippers.

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## Sources

- Revenue and ranking: Transport Topics Top 100 Freight Brokerages (annual list)
- FMCSA licensing: li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov — broker authority status verified at publication where possible
- Reviews: G2, Trustpilot, Google Business — shipper reviews only
- Listing assembled from public records. Brokers can claim/update via directory@shipperguide.com