AIT stands out among freight companies in Illinois with flexible, end-to-end logistics solutions tailored to your business needs. Our expert teams manage every step of the shipping process to ensure efficiency, compliance and transparency. 

• O'Hare International Airport gateway services
• Comprehensive air freight,  ground distribution and sea freight services
• White glove, concierge-level delivery options
• Residential delivery offerings
• Reverse logistics and asset recovery
• No heavy-item surcharges
• Long- and short-term warehousing
• Cold chain shipping expertise
• In-house custom brokerage and Wheels Up Customs Clearance Program
• Best-in-class asset monitoring and shipment tracking, including temperature monitoring
• Transborder services
• And much more!

AIT supports a wide range of industries across the state. As one of the most experienced logistics companies in Illinois, we serve sectors including: 

• Pharmaceuticals, life sciences, and healthcare
• Food and beverage
• Automotive and manufacturing
• Technology
• Retail and residential delivery

Our logistics experts understand the unique challenges of each industry and deliver tailored freight shipping strategies that meet timelines and regulations. 

AIT operates two key locations in the Chicago suburbs to support regional and international supply chains: our corporate headquarters in Itasca and our facility in Palatine. Both locations are strategically positioned to take full advantage of Illinois’s central U.S. location and extensive multimodal transportation network. These Illinois sites are part of AIT’s expanding global footprint, which includes more than 150 facilities across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America. 

As one of the most trusted shipping companies in Illinois, AIT prioritizes cargo security. All of AIT’s North American locations feature advanced safety and security features, including 24-hour monitoring, closed-circuit cameras, keypad access and a driver check-in and escort policy. 

Additionally, AIT is a member of the Transport Asset Protection Association and the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism. 
 
All U.S. AIT facilities are also authorized economic operators.

Illinois is a national logistics hub, home to major interstates, O’Hare International Airport, and some of the busiest rail networks in the U.S. This strategic location makes it ideal for fast, multimodal freight distribution. 

AIT stands apart from other freight forwarding companies in Illinois by delivering more than just transportation. We offer a global network of logistics experts and resources, in-house customs brokerage and compliance expertise, and technology-driven visibility and tracking tools. Our experienced local teams provide personalized service to support your business at every step. Whether you’re navigating Illinois freight shipping lanes or expanding into international markets, AIT is your trusted logistics partner.