The Newark, Del.-based third-party logistics arm of grower, marketer and distributor Oppy is celebrating three decades delivering goods from around the world to its retail and foodservice partners.
Originally established in 1992 as David Oppenheimer Transport, the logistics company was rebranded to Oppy Transport in 2016. In recent years, the company has expanded to not only contract with carrier partners on fruit and vegetable transportation, but it also moves both dry and temperature-controlled freight too, according to a news release.
“It’s been an evolution over 30 years to develop Oppy Transport into the premier logistics choice for any industry,” Executive Director of Operations and Logistics Stewart Lapage said in the release. “It’s an honor to be a part of this segment of the business that’s emerged from Oppy’s nearly 165-year history and built upon the trust the brand has established throughout the industry and beyond. Which is why our vision is to build our logistics network to service an array of external customers beyond Oppy growers.”
Like Oppy, Oppy Transport is a full-service operation — which includes dry and cold storage facilities where it’s able to warehouse, recondition, convert pallets, inspect and grade product. Its vast network of facilities contributes to its ability to distribute shipments efficiently to all customers regardless of location — that customer base being comprised of some of the largest grower-shippers, manufacturers and retailers in North America.
While Oppy Transport is currently moving over $100 million worth of freight and an excess of 60,000 shipments annually, they are always looking to improve, according to the release.
“Our proprietary technology system enables us to consistently upgrade and meet the unique needs of our customers. We are also closely aligned with Oppy’s internal sustainability committee, routinely seeking sustainable initiatives to broaden our targets — something that is very important to us,” U.S. Transportation Manager Chase Wrightson said in the release.
Oppy Transport continues to widen its reach too, Lapage said in the release.
“We look towards aggressive expansion plans for the U.S. and Canada for our fresh and non-produce transportation customer base. Our intention is to work with you for the long haul, providing a wide array of solutions to help manage the ongoing impacts of the supply chain as we look toward the next 30 years and beyond,” Lapage added.
