Celebrating C.H. Robinson History

C.H. Robinson story

Redefining the logistics industry since 1905

As supply chains continue to grow in complexity, we remain committed to delivering success through exceptional service and high value—like no one else. Named after our founder, Charles Henry Robinson, C.H. Robinson has evolved from a wholesale produce brokerage house in Grand Forks, North Dakota, into the #1 global leader in Lean AI supply chains.

Company milestones

1905

C.H. Robinson Company incorporates as a produce broker

1919

C.H. Robinson Company and the Nash Brothers move their headquarters to Minneapolis, Minnesota

1945

C.H. Robinson takes on produce transportation, primarily by rail, to complement brokerage operations

1968

C.H. Robinson enters the regulated truck business as a contract carrier

1988

C.H. Robinson enters the intermodal business

1989

C.H. Robinson offers global forwarding services

1997

C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. (CHRW) becomes a publicly traded company

1999

American Backhaulers is acquired

2005

C.H. Robinson turns 100 years old

2008

Transera Project Logistics is acquired

2012

Phoenix International is acquired

Phoenix International logo

2014

Freightquote is acquired

Freightquote logo

2025

Breaker19 is acquired, expanding offerings from C.H. Robinson Oilfield Solutions


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