Licensed Freight Broker · Founded 2011 · Palos Heights, IL
Viking Logistics connects your business to 100,000+ vetted truckload carriers and every major national LTL carrier — with the personal service that Fortune 500 brokers can't offer.
Freight Services
When you need a dedicated trailer from point A to point B, Viking Logistics delivers. Our full truckload service connects you with 100,000+ ...
Viking Logistics partners with every major national LTL carrier and most regional carriers, giving you access to the most competitive rates ...
Our MercuryGate-based TMS delivers direct carrier connectivity, instant quoting, live tracking, and BOL management — all in one dashboard.
Access TMS →When every hour counts, Viking Logistics moves fast. Our expedited freight service is built for time-critical shipments — byp...
From fresh produce to pharmaceuticals, temperature-sensitive freight demands precision. Viking Logistics connects you with a ...
Less-than-container-load shipping handled seamlessly. Viking Logistics partners with trusted freight forwarders nationwide to...
Viking Logistics specializes in reliable nationwide shipping for furniture, appliances, and home goods. From palletized LTL t...
Born from a commitment to fill the void left by corporate logistics — Mike LaRusso and Bill Claussen built Viking Logistics on one principle: treat every client like they're your only client.
Our Story →Every carrier fully vetted before touching your freight — eliminating risk at the source.
Live tracking through our TMS so you always know exactly where your shipment is.
Our team handles carriers, drivers, exceptions, and paperwork end-to-end.
Our massive carrier network and smart TMS surface the lowest rates for your lanes, every time.
Viking TMS Platform
Our MercuryGate-powered TMS gives you direct access to our full carrier network — instant quotes, real-time tracking, BOL management, and invoicing all in one place.
Access TMS Dashboard →Live LTL & TL pricing across our full carrier network in seconds.
Live shipment visibility from pickup to final delivery, 24/7.
Generate, store, and manage bills of lading in one place.
Full payment and invoice management at your fingertips.
Contact a Viking freight expert — no obligation, just answers.
What We Do
From full truckloads to LCL containers, Viking Logistics has the service, technology, and carrier network to move your freight — anywhere, any mode, any size.
Get a QuoteWhen you need a dedicated trailer from point A to point B, Viking Logistics delivers. Our full truckload service connects you with 100,000+ ...
Viking Logistics partners with every major national LTL carrier and most regional carriers, giving you access to the most competitive rates ...
Our MercuryGate-based TMS delivers direct carrier connectivity, instant quoting, live tracking, and BOL management — all in one dashboard.
Access TMS →When every hour counts, Viking Logistics moves fast. Our expedited freight service is built for time-critical shipments — byp...
From fresh produce to pharmaceuticals, temperature-sensitive freight demands precision. Viking Logistics connects you with a ...
Less-than-container-load shipping handled seamlessly. Viking Logistics partners with trusted freight forwarders nationwide to...
Viking Logistics specializes in reliable nationwide shipping for furniture, appliances, and home goods. From palletized LTL t...
Contact a Viking freight expert — no obligation, just answers.
Our Story — Founded 2011
Viking Logistics was founded in 2011 with one clear purpose: to combine decades of logistics industry experience with an unwavering commitment to the clients who were being left behind by corporate America.
The Origin
After years working within large corporate logistics organizations, Mike LaRusso and Bill Claussen saw the same problem play out time and again: customers with real freight needs were being underserved, under-communicated with, and treated like numbers on a spreadsheet rather than businesses that depended on their supply chains running flawlessly.
The neglect was clear. The void was real. And the two had the combined experience, carrier relationships, and drive to fill it.
So in 2011, Viking Logistics was born — not as another freight broker, but as a deeply personal commitment to servicing every client at the highest tier and caliber the industry has to offer. That commitment has never wavered.
“To fill the void left by corporate logistics — with a deep, personal commitment to servicing every client at the highest caliber the industry has to offer.”
Leadership
With extensive experience in the logistics industry, Mike built his career navigating the complexities of freight brokerage and carrier management at a corporate level. Frustrated by the industry's systemic neglect of client service, he co-founded Viking Logistics to prove that a broker could be both highly capable and deeply personal. Mike leads client relationships and carrier strategy with the same hands-on approach that has defined Viking since day one.
Bill brings decades of logistics expertise across truckload, LTL, and supply chain operations. Having worked alongside Mike in corporate logistics environments, he shared the same conviction: that clients deserved better. Bill co-founded Viking Logistics with a focus on operational excellence, carrier relationships, and building the technology infrastructure that would set Viking apart from the brokers they left behind.
Our Values
Every decision we make starts with one question: is this the best outcome for our client? Not for us, not for the carrier — for the client.
When something goes wrong — and in freight, things happen — we own it. We communicate proactively, we solve it, and we make it right.
No surprises. You know the rate, the carrier, the status, and the plan at all times. That's not a courtesy — it's a standard.
We're not in the business of booking loads. We're in the business of building partnerships that last for years, not shipments.
Our TMS and carrier network give us the reach and speed of a national broker — while our team gives you the attention of a dedicated partner.
From carrier vetting to communication to claims handling, we hold ourselves to the highest standard the logistics industry has to offer.
Learn what Viking Logistics can do for your freight operation.
Our Carrier Network
We work with every major national LTL carrier, most regional carriers, and over 100,000 vetted truckload carriers across the US and Canada. Click any carrier below to track a shipment directly.
Our TMS connects directly to every major national LTL carrier — giving you instant pricing, real-time tracking, and seamless booking from one platform.
Viking Logistics has access to over 100,000 pre-screened truckload carriers across all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. Every carrier is vetted for safety rating, insurance, and performance before they touch your freight.
Need a carrier for your next shipment? We have one ready.
Client Testimonials
Don't take our word for it. Here's what the businesses who trust Viking Logistics with their freight have to say.
Viking Logistics has earned their reputation for quality service. I could not ask for a more professional firm. With any shipment, I rest easy knowing they are in the right hands.
Viking's automated system allowed us to increase profitability by cutting overhead and forms time. They cut our freight costs and their customer service is A+++.
I call Sean and forget about it — he gets the job done. They save me so much time and money and always come up with the best solutions. Thank you for your dedication.
Viking Logistics has been a game changer for our shipping operations. Their team is always responsive, proactive, and genuinely invested in making sure our freight arrives on time.
We've worked with several brokers over the years. Viking is the only one where I feel like I have a true partner, not just a vendor. They consistently go above and beyond.
The TMS system Viking set us up with transformed how we manage freight. What used to take hours now takes minutes. Highly recommend to any business shipping regularly.
Ready to experience the Viking difference firsthand?
Get in Touch
Whether you need a quote, have a question, or want to get set up on the Viking TMS — we're ready to help. No hold times, no phone trees. Just real people who know freight.
Fill out the form and we’ll get back to you the same business day.
Viking Logistics — Service 01
Dedicated capacity. Zero compromises.
When you need a dedicated trailer from point A to point B, Viking Logistics delivers. Our full truckload service connects you with 100,000+ pre-screened carriers across the US and Canada — with constant communication and the reliability your business depends on.
What’s Included
Every carrier is approved before they touch your freight — insurance verified, safety rated, and performance tracked.
Whatever your load requires, we have the right equipment. Oversized, heavy haul, hazmat — we handle it all.
Your freight stays on one truck from pickup to delivery. No cross-docking, no relay, no delays.
We stay in contact at every stage so you never have to wonder where your load is.
Know exactly where your freight is at every moment of transit through your online portal.
Wherever your freight needs to go, we have a vetted carrier positioned to get it there on time.
Get a full truckload (ftl) freight quote — no obligation.
Viking Logistics — Service 02
Every major carrier. Best rates.
Viking Logistics partners with every major national LTL carrier and most regional carriers, giving you access to the most competitive rates and reliable transit times for shipments that don't require a full trailer.
What’s Included
Our TMS pulls live rates from every carrier — you see the best options instantly without a single phone call.
Whether shipping one pallet or a volume shipment, we have the right solution and carrier for your lane.
Complete domestic LTL network with no coverage gaps. Ship to any destination across North America.
Handle all documentation and tracking in one place through the Viking TMS portal.
We work with the best national and regional LTL carriers in the industry.
When issues arise, we handle them. You don't have to chase down carriers — we do it for you.
Get a less-than-truckload (ltl) freight quote — no obligation.
Viking Logistics — Service 03
Same-day pickup. Direct delivery.
When every hour counts, Viking Logistics moves fast. Our expedited freight service is built for time-critical shipments — bypassing terminals and delivering direct with priority handling and real-time visibility the entire way.
What’s Included
We match the right vehicle to your load size — no wasted capacity, no shared space, no delays.
Your freight goes straight from shipper to receiver. No cross-docking, no relay drivers, no risk.
Call us with an urgent load and we move immediately. Our network responds fast nationwide.
Expedited carriers positioned across the country for rapid response on any lane, any time.
You'll always know exactly where your urgent shipment is and when it arrives.
Sprinter for a single pallet, straight truck or semi for larger loads — matched to your load every time.
Get a expedited freight freight quote — no obligation.
Viking Logistics — Service 04
Precise temp. Every mile.
From fresh produce to pharmaceuticals, temperature-sensitive freight demands precision. Viking Logistics connects you with a trusted reefer carrier network that maintains exact temperature ranges from pickup to final delivery — with full monitoring and documentation.
What’s Included
Whether it's -10°F or 55°F, we have the right equipment and carrier for your specific load.
Dedicated full reefer trailers or shared temp-controlled space — any shipment size covered.
Live data on temperature conditions from pickup to delivery. No surprises, full accountability.
We understand regulatory requirements and handle your product with the care it demands.
Every refrigerated carrier is pre-approved, performance-tracked, and properly certified.
Full paperwork support for regulated cold chain shipments.
Get a temperature control freight quote — no obligation.
Viking Logistics — Service 05
Door-to-port. Port-to-door.
Less-than-container-load shipping handled seamlessly. Viking Logistics partners with trusted freight forwarders nationwide to provide cost-effective domestic coverage for your containerized cargo — from major US ports to your final destination.
What’s Included
We handle the full domestic leg of your containerized shipment — from your dock to the port and beyond.
Trusted, established forwarder relationships to extend our reach into containerized freight seamlessly.
From LA/Long Beach to Savannah, Newark to Seattle — we have coverage where your cargo moves.
Pay only for what you use. Ideal for shipments that don't fill a full 20ft or 40ft container.
We manage the full inland picture — not just the port handoff. One call, fully coordinated.
Non-standard freight? We coordinate the right equipment and routing for your specific cargo.
Get a lcl freight freight quote — no obligation.
Viking Logistics — Service 06
Safe, on time, every delivery.
Viking Logistics specializes in reliable nationwide shipping for furniture, appliances, and home goods. From palletized LTL to full truckloads, we provide safe, on-time delivery for distributors, retailers, and manufacturers across the country.
What’s Included
Whatever you manufacture or distribute, we move it carefully and on schedule to your customers.
Right-size your shipment — no overpaying for capacity you don't need.
Carriers selected for strong household goods track records and low damage claim rates.
Ship anywhere your customers are — our carrier network reaches every major market.
We understand the supply chain requirements of the furniture and home goods industry.
Delivery windows matter in retail. Our carriers are held to strict on-time performance standards.
Get a household goods freight quote — no obligation.