Over 245 jobs are being eliminated at logistics and distribution facilities across four states, while nine transportation companies have recently sought bankruptcy protection, according to a FreightWaves report. The closures and filings signal persistent financial pressure across trucking, freight forwarding, warehousing, trailer manufacturing, and supply chain services.
The largest workforce reduction involves Fusion Transport LLC, a New Jersey logistics provider, which plans to lay off 79 employees at its Piscataway facility effective Oct. 1, per a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) filed with the state. Fusion Transport provides freight management, warehousing, e-commerce fulfillment, and retail consolidation services. It is not immediately clear whether the Piscataway facility will close permanently after the layoffs.
Additional facility closures include:
- Frito-Lay will discontinue warehouse operations at its distribution center in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Sept. 6, resulting in 68 layoffs. The facility is located at 8924 Midway West Road. Affected workers will receive information about other openings and the company will attempt to place some employees at nearby locations.
- D&H Distributing Co. is closing a logistics warehouse in Bolingbrook, Illinois, and laying off all 68 warehouse and operations employees, according to a state WARN notice. D&H distributes technology products and provides supply chain services to retailers, resellers, and other business customers.
- DHL Supply Chain will eliminate 33 positions at a facility in Fullerton, California, effective Sept. 3. The layoffs are at 701A Sally Place.
The notices did not provide additional details about what prompted D&H’s facility closure or DHL Supply Chain’s decision to discontinue operations at the Fullerton location.
| Company | Location | Layoffs | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion Transport LLC | Piscataway, NJ | 79 | Oct. 1 |
| Frito-Lay | Raleigh, NC | 68 | Sept. 6 |
| D&H Distributing Co. | Bolingbrook, IL | 68 | Not specified |
| DHL Supply Chain | Fullerton, CA | 33 | Sept. 3 |
Bankruptcy Filings
Several trucking and logistics companies also entered bankruptcy proceedings over the past two weeks. FreightWaves reported the following:
- Jackson and Son Hauling LLC, an FMCSA-registered motor carrier based in Ruther Glen, Virginia, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on July 13 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. The carrier operated two trucks and employed two drivers at the time of the petition.
- Victory Freight Corp., a San Bernardino, California-based trucking company, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on July 2 in the Central District of California. Court records indicate the carrier cited a multimillion-dollar legal claim as one of its primary liabilities as it moves to liquidate assets.
- IPS Express Logistics Inc., a transportation and supply chain company based in San Leandro, California, also filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in the Central District of California.
- Talon Logistics Inc., a Woodland Hills, California-based drayage and intermodal carrier, filed for Chapter 11 protection on June 29. Bankruptcy records indicate the company operates approximately 40 to 50 power units and has invested heavily in zero-emission equipment, including electric and hydrogen-powered trucks serving the Los Angeles market.
- Los Dorados Cargo Inc., an international freight forwarder and courier serving Latin American markets, filed for Chapter 11 protection on July 9 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York. The Elmhurst, New York-based company listed assets of (text continues beyond extracted portion).
The additional filings suggest that financial challenges continue to affect carriers across multiple segments of the freight economy, from small owner-operated trucking companies to regional intermodal fleets and specialized logistics providers.
Implications for Shippers and Operators
Freight forwarders and logistics managers should monitor the financial health of their carrier and warehouse partners, especially those operating small fleets or serving niche markets. The wave of layoffs and bankruptcies may lead to service disruptions, capacity tightening, and counterparty risk. Shippers are advised to diversify their carrier base and review contracts to mitigate exposure to distressed providers.
Watch List
- Potential further WARN notices and bankruptcy filings as the freight downturn continues.
- Impact of facility closures on warehousing capacity in the affected regions (New Jersey, North Carolina, Illinois, California).
- Ability of companies like Talon Logistics to restructure under Chapter 11 and continue operations.
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