Columbus, OH – FST Logistics, a 100% employee-owned third-party logistics (3PL) provider specializing in dry and temperature-controlled storage, has acquired its fifth warehouse in Grove City, Ohio. This newly acquired facility spans over 187,000 square feet, increasing FST’s overall warehouse space to over 1.4 million square feet within their Central Ohio footprint.
This warehouse, referred to as GC3, is anticipated to have the capacity to store more than 13,000 pallets and also support an E-commerce fulfillment operation. This accomplishment signifies a significant achievement in FST Logistics’ growth trajectory.
Commenting on this growth, FST Logistics’ Chairman and CEO, Matt Hartman, shares his thoughts on the recent expansion. He stated, “As FST Logistics continues to grow and expand the brands we support through our full service, food grade, temperature-controlled logistics network, adding new facilities and expanding our transportation fleet will continue to be a focus for our business. We are very pleased to add another food-grade warehouse to our existing network in Central Ohio to support new partnerships with leading brands.”
Highlighting the company’s commitment to its workforce, FST will be hosting a tour and town hall for its 500 employee-owners in the new facility: providing a firsthand look at the outcomes of their hard work and dedication.
This expansion shows FST’s dedication to enhancing its operational capabilities and facilitating partnerships with industry-leading brands. It also underlines the company’s emphasis on positive relationships with its employee-owners and recognizing their contributions to the organization’s success.