US–Canada Temperature-Controlled Transport

Fresh Loads.
On Time. Every Time.

Temperature-controlled cross-border freight for produce, perishables, and sensitive cargo — with 24/7 dispatch coverage and a modern fleet of 50+ trucks and 100+ reefer trailers.

50+
Trucks
100+
Reefer Trailers
17+
Years in Service
24/7
Dispatch Coverage
Trusted & Certified:

What We Do

Core Services

Full-service logistics built around the demanding requirements of temperature-sensitive cross-border freight.

Temperature-Controlled

State-of-the-art reefer trailers with continuous temperature monitoring — maintaining your cold chain from pickup to delivery.

Produce Logistics

Specialized handling and expedited shipping for fresh fruits, vegetables, and perishable agricultural goods with zero-compromise care.

Cross-Border Trucking

Seamless US–Canada transit. We handle customs documentation, border compliance, and CFIA inspections to minimize delays.

Cold Storage

Secure, temperature-regulated storage facilities maintaining cold chain integrity for short-term staging or long-term inventory.

Simple Process

How It Works

From your first call to final delivery — here's how we move your freight.

01

Request a Quote

Tell us your route, load type, and temperature requirements. Our team responds within the hour.

02

We Handle Everything

Our dispatchers assign a dedicated driver, coordinate border paperwork, and confirm pickup details with you.

03

Real-Time Updates

Track your shipment live. We notify you at every milestone — pickup, border crossing, and delivery confirmation.

The Etlas Fleet

Driven by Excellence.
Powered by Etlas Freight.

50+
Trucks
100+
Trailers
2009
Est.

Where We Run

Coast-to-Coast Coverage

Based in Windsor, Ontario — minutes from the Ambassador Bridge — we run daily lanes across the US and Canada, with deep expertise on produce corridors from California, Florida, and Texas.

Ontario → Michigan
Daily border crossings via Ambassador Bridge & Blue Water Bridge
Ontario → California / Pacific NW
Reefer lanes for produce and perishables, coast-to-coast
Florida → Ontario
Fresh produce northbound runs, overnight and expedited
Texas → Canada
Cross-border southbound/northbound flexible routing
Multi-stop LTL
Consolidation runs across Ontario, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York
Etlas Freight fleet on the road
Active Routes
15+ Lanes
Daily cross-border runs
24/7 Dispatch Active
519-979-2888
Etlas Freight reefer trailer
98.4% On-Time
Delivery rate — last 12 months

The Etlas Advantage

Why Shippers Trust Etlas Freight

Deep cold-chain expertise, 24/7 dispatch coverage, and a modern fleet — giving your supply chain a competitive edge at every crossing.

Cold Chain Expertise

Continuous trailer temperature logging with automated alerts — preventing spoilage before it starts.

Real-Time Visibility

GPS-tracked fleet with live BOL and shipment status accessible to your team around the clock.

Cross-Border Proficiency

Experienced compliance team managing US–Canada customs, FDA, and CFIA requirements without delays.

Dedicated Account Teams

A named dispatcher handles your account — you always know who to call, and they always know your lanes.

Our Story

Built on the Road.
Proven at the Border.

Etlas Freight was founded in Windsor, Ontario — right on the US–Canada border — with one goal: make cross-border reefer transport reliable, transparent, and stress-free for shippers who can't afford delays.

Since 2009, we've grown to 50+ trucks and 100+ temperature-controlled trailers, running daily lanes between Ontario, Michigan, North Carolina, California, Florida, and beyond.

From our dispatcher team available around the clock to our CFIA-compliant cold chain procedures, everything we do is designed to protect your cargo and your business.

C-TPAT
PIP
FDA
SmartWay
Etlas Freight fleet yard

Where We Operate

Our Terminals

Three strategic locations — Canada and the US — positioned to serve your cross-border freight needs.

Canada HQ

Etlas Freight Canada

2084 Manning Rd, Windsor, ON N8N 2L9
5345 Rhodes Dr, Windsor, ON N8N 2M1
500 Manning Rd, P.O. Box #21035, Windsor, ON N8N 4S1 (Mailing)
Main Terminal — 24/7 Dispatch
USA — North Carolina

Etlas Freight USA Inc.

2314 Cassowary Ln, Apex, NC 27523
Southeast US Operations
USA — Michigan

Etlas Freight USA Inc.

Unit 416, 2785 E Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48211 (Mailing)
263 Forman St, Detroit, MI 48209 (Yard)
Midwest US Operations

Client Stories

What Our Clients Say

"Etlas has been moving our Ontario–California produce runs for three years. Their communication is second to none and we've never had a temperature excursion."

MR
Marco R.
Operations Director, Fresh Fields Distribution

"Border compliance used to be our biggest headache. Since switching to Etlas, every load crosses clean and on time. They handle all the paperwork — we just focus on growing."

JL
Jennifer L.
Logistics Manager, Sunrise Produce Co.

"We call at 2 AM and someone picks up. That's what sets Etlas apart. The dispatch team genuinely cares about our loads."

DK
David K.
Supply Chain VP, Great Lakes Foods

We're Hiring

Drive with Etlas Freight

Competitive pay, modern reefer equipment, and home time. We're always looking for experienced cross-border drivers.

Top Mileage Rates Modern Fleet (from 2009) Benefits Package Cross-Border Routes
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Contact Us

Ready to Move Your Freight?

Get a custom quote or speak with a dispatcher today.

Call Us — 24/7 Dispatch

519-979-2888

Our Locations

Canada
2084 Manning Rd, Windsor, ON N8N 2L9
5345 Rhodes Dr, Windsor, ON N8N 2M1
500 Manning Rd, P.O. Box #21035, Windsor, ON N8N 4S1 (Mailing)
USA — North Carolina
2314 Cassowary Ln, Apex, NC 27523
USA — Michigan
Unit 416, 2785 E Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48211 (Mailing)
263 Forman St, Detroit, MI 48209 (Yard)

Business Hours

Mon – Fri7:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST
Sat – SunOn-Call Dispatch
Emergency dispatch available 24/7