by Scott Frederick | Jun 18, 2026 | News
Logistics Plus Founder and Chairman Jim Berlin Reappointed to G7 Business Advisory Council for Ukraine
Berlin has been serving on the council since its inception in June 2024.
Jim Berlin (L) pictured with Derek Berlin (R) at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in 2024.
ERIE, PA (June 18, 2026) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a global leader in transportation, logistics, and unique supply chain solutions, today announced that Founder and Chairman Jim Berlin has been reappointed to the G7 Business Advisory Council for Ukraine (BAC) for a new 12-month term beginning July 1, 2026.
The BAC, established under the Ukraine Donor Platform (UDP), serves as a bridge between the international business community and Ukraine’s government, advising on investment climate reforms, derisking strategies, and private sector engagement in Ukraine’s reconstruction. Members of the BAC are nominated and approved by, and advise, the members of the UDP, which include the government of Ukraine and the members of the G7 (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union).
Berlin has served on the BAC since its formation by the G7 governments in 2024 and is one of three U.S. representatives on the council, which includes senior executives from companies and organizations across more than a dozen countries. Berlin will participate in the 2026 Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC), taking place June 25–26 in Gdansk, Poland, including a joint BAC-UDP Steering Committee session focused on boosting private sector engagement for Ukraine’s recovery.
“Jim’s continued service on the BAC reflects LP’s long-standing commitment to Ukraine and its people,” said Logistics Plus SVP of Global Government Solutions Derek Berlin. “From our operations supporting Erie’s sister city of Chornomorsk to Jim’s advocacy at the highest levels of international business diplomacy, Ukraine remains close to our hearts and central to our global mission.”
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. is a unique global supply chain solutions company built for what’s next. With nearly $1 billion in annual revenue and operations spanning 55+ countries, Logistics Plus® delivers transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, project management, and technology solutions for businesses navigating a complex, ever-changing world. Privately held and people-driven, the company’s 1,400+ employees bring its trademark Passion for Excellence™ to every customer relationship and every challenge. Logistics Plus is a 21st Century Logistics Company™ recognized as a Great Place to Work® and a top global logistics and technology provider. Learn more at logisticsplus.com.
by Scott Frederick | Jun 10, 2026 | News
Logistics Plus is Named a 2026 G75 Green Supply Chain Partner by Inbound Logistics
Logistics Plus also earns Plastic Neutrality through Ocean Integrity’s Blue Ocean Program for a sixth year.
ERIE, PA (June 10, 2026) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a global leader in transportation, logistics, and unique supply chain solutions, is proud to announce that it has been named a 2026 G75 Green Supply Chain Partner by Inbound Logistics magazine. The annual Green 75 awards recognize supply chain companies, 3PLs, and carriers that exhibit exceptional environmental stewardship, sustainable operations, and a commitment to going green every day.
As noted in the Inbound Logistics G75 listing:
In 2021, Logistics Plus became the first logistics company to achieve Plastic Neutrality certification through Ocean Integrity’s Blue Ocean Program. The company has maintained that certification for five consecutive years, financing the collection of more than 3.5 million kilograms of ocean plastic waste—more than 100 times its own plastic footprint. The company’s sustainability initiatives also focus on power efficiency: Its warehouses run on 99% electric forklifts, solar energy powers roughly 20% of its warehouse operations, and all facilities utilize LED lighting and energy-efficient electronics across its network.
The updated G75 list appears in the June 2026 Sustainability edition of Inbound Logistics magazine in both print and digital formats. The digital format will soon be available at https://www.inboundlogistics.com/digital-editions/.
In related news, last week Logistics Plus was presented with its sixth consecutive Plastic Neutrality certification as part of Ocean Integrity’s Blue Oceans Program. This year alone, Logistics Plus assisted in the retrieval of nearly 100,000 pounds of plastic in collaboration with Ocean Integrity.
“Please congratulate Logistics Plus for its partnership with oceanintegrity.org and for helping [Ocean Integrity] collect more plastic waste from our waterways on a yearly basis than what they use,” commented Captain Keiran Kelly, Founder and CEO of Ocean Integrity. “We cannot operate without companies like them.”
About Inbound Logistics
Inbound Logistics (IL) is the pioneering magazine empowering demand-driven enterprises. IL’s educational mission is to guide businesses to efficiently manage logistics, reduce and speed inventory, and neutralize transportation cost increases by aligning supply with demand and adjusting enterprise functions to support that paradigm shift. More information about demand-driven enterprise practices is available at inboundlogistics.com.
About Ocean Integrity
Ocean Integrity is the world’s largest organization retrieving plastic from oceans and rivers, turning cleanup into measurable impact. Its commitment to transparency and traceability sets it apart. Every action is verified and recorded on the blockchain, ensuring trusted accountability. With patented technologies and a global movement, Ocean Integrity delivers real solutions for a cleaner, healthier planet. Learn more at oceanintegrity.org.
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. is a unique global supply chain solutions company built for what’s next. With nearly $1 billion in annual revenue and operations spanning 55+ countries, Logistics Plus® delivers transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, project management, and technology solutions for businesses navigating a complex, ever-changing world. Privately held and people-driven, the company’s 1,400+ employees bring its trademark Passion for Excellence™ to every customer relationship and every challenge. Logistics Plus is a 21st Century Logistics Company™ recognized as a Great Place to Work® and a top global logistics and technology provider. Learn more at logisticsplus.com.
by Scott Frederick | May 18, 2026 | News
As a reminder, the National Motor Freight Traffic Association’s (NMFTA) next round of actions from the Freight Classification Development Council (FCDC) Docket 2026-1, which introduces significant updates to the classification of several commodity groups, will take effect on May 23, 2026.
The NMFTA continues to move away from specific commodity descriptions in favor of broader descriptions and a standardized density scale, with density as the primary factor. These updates aim to make it easier for shippers to accurately classify freight and reduce billing disputes; the process began in January 2025 and continues with Docket 2026-1.
Key impact areas include updates to several categories, such as the drugs, medicines, toilet preparations, or personal care products category; the business or office machines category; and various obsolete provisions.
As a reminder, these changes do not come from Logistics Plus but from the NMFTA’s FCDC. Please review it to determine whether your LTL freight shipments will be affected, or contact a Logistics Plus freight specialist.
Read NMFTA Docket 2026-1
by Scott Frederick | May 15, 2026 | News
The following are excerpts from an internal message by Logistics Plus CEO Yuriy Ostapyak regarding organizational enhancements to the company’s Customs organization.
In our continuous effort to grow Logistics Plus business across all segments, we are making some organizational updates within the Customs department to further strengthen our global capabilities and support future growth opportunities.
Brian Zappola will be assuming the role of qualifying license holder for our Customs business, with a primary focus on overseeing and leading U.S. Customs operations.
At the same time, Bob Strbanovic will be expanding and overseeing our customs services globally across the LP network, helping drive continued international growth and alignment throughout our worldwide operations.
Gretchen Blough will continue serving in a key leadership role, focusing on strategic growth, customer relationships, trade consulting opportunities, and providing expertise and consultation support across our existing customer base and internal teams.
Together, these changes allow us to further strengthen our services by expanding responsibilities and focus areas across the team as we continue to grow both domestically and globally.
We are looking forward to continuing to expand our Customs solutions throughout the U.S. and across the entire LP network.
Brian Zappola
Bojan Strbanovic
Gretchen Blough
by Scott Frederick | May 15, 2026 | News
Two days after it was announced that Yuriy Ostapyak would be succeeding founder Jim Berlin as CEO of Logistics Plus, he joined The Jake Rouch Show to talk about life, business, global logistics, Ukraine, and more.
Per the Podcast Introduction: “Yuriy is a dynamic young leader who is a native of Ukraine, went to school at Edinboro University, and has been working at Logistics Plus since 2008. As you listen, you will quickly understand why Logistics Plus is in great hands with Yuriy. You will also learn more about Logistics Plus – a company headquartered in Erie at Union Station that is fast approaching $1 billion in revenue with over 3000 employees around the globe. So grateful that LP calls Erie home and Yuriy is at the helm.”
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