As the headquarters of GSC, Oakland, California is more than just a central location—it is the heart of our commitment to delivering certainty in an increasingly complex logistics environment. Since our founding in 1988, GSC has evolved from a small operation in a garage to a leading provider of third-party logistics (3PL) solutions with a national presence. Oakland stands as a flagship of that journey, where strategy, infrastructure, and a client-first mindset converge.
A Proven Leader in Logistics Excellence
The Port of Oakland is one of the most vital gateways for international trade on the West Coast, and GSC’s presence here is both strategic and foundational. Our Oakland operations have handled over 80,000 containers in the past two years, including 40,000 in the last year alone, and over 2,000 dedicated deliveries to Reno. These volumes are not just numbers; they represent our clients’ trust, our operational precision, and our scalable capabilities.
Purpose-Built Infrastructure for Scalability
Our Northern California footprint is designed for throughput, flexibility, and speed. We operate:
- 80,000 square feet of warehouse and transload space with 110 dock doors located on port property
- A 30,000 container per year throughput capacity
- 35 acres of yard space directly on port property, with 900 addressable container locations
- An additional 9 acres of yard space in Lathrop, CA, supporting 320 more addressable container locations
- 1,400 chassis and 200+ sub haul carrier trucks
With such robust infrastructure, we can handle everything from high-volume imports to specialized freight programs. Our facilities are fully C-TPAT Compliant and U.S. Customs Bonded, ensuring we meet the highest standards of security and compliance.
A Full Spectrum of 3PL Services
GSC’s services in Oakland cover the full logistics lifecycle:
- Drayage and Transload Operations
- Nationwide Freight Brokerage
- Custom Chassis Programs for flexibility in port operations
- Refrigerated Container Services for perishable goods
- Specialized Equipment Programs for heavy or oversized cargo
- Hazardous Materials Licensed Carrier Services
- Overweight and DC Bypass Programs
- Spot Business
- End-to-end solutions
Our tailored solutions are designed to solve the challenges our clients face every day. Whether it’s managing complex import flows, coordinating high-touch outbound programs, or streamlining warehouse-to-retail logistics, GSC delivers scalable answers.
Tech-Enabled Visibility and Control
At GSC, we believe that visibility is power. Our integrated technology stack allows us to provide:
- Real-time container tracking through our Yard Management System (YMS)
- Inventory control and visibility through our Warehouse Management System (WMS)
- Live EDI/API updates from terminals, marine carriers, and drayage partners
- Daily inventory updates and proactive exception management
Our clients are empowered with the information they need to make informed decisions quickly, reducing dwell time, demurrage, and costly delays. We also integrate with systems such as Syncada, Expeditors, eDray, Maersk, and GT Nexus to ensure seamless data connectivity.
Performance You Can Measure
Our Oakland team achieves a 98.3% on-time delivery rate to Reno, a corridor known for its logistical challenges. That performance is no accident—it’s the result of our:
- Dedicated Dispatch Program, ensuring consistent communication and accountability
- Dedicated Analyst Program, offering actionable insights to improve shipping strategy
- Dedicated Fleet Program, giving clients reliable, consistent capacity
Through meticulous productivity tracking and process optimization, we make sure that every container, pallet, and truckload moves with purpose and precision.
Commitment to Sustainability and Compliance
California is known for its stringent environmental standards, and GSC rises to meet them. Our Oakland fleet is CARB compliant, featuring low-emission, clean-air trucks that reduce our environmental footprint. We also manage our own proprietary chassis fleet, giving us the flexibility to adapt to regulatory and seasonal shifts.
The Human Element: Our People Make the Difference
At the core of GSC is a team that lives our company values: Integrity, Transparency, and Value. We treat each client like they are our only client, and this philosophy shapes everything we do. From warehouse staff to dispatchers and account managers, everyone at GSC is committed to exceeding expectations.
Clients often tell us that we reduce the burden of managing logistics. One Fortune 500 executive said it best: “It takes considerable time spent managing & troubleshooting off our plate, compared to working with other carriers elsewhere.”
Delivering Certainty, Every Step of the Way
GSC was built to bring calm to the chaos of freight logistics. In Oakland, we offer not only operational capacity but also strategic partnership. We are here to reduce costs, eliminate friction, and add value at every point in the supply chain.
From inbound ocean freight to outbound domestic distribution, Oakland is proof that GSC doesn’t just move freight—we move businesses forward.
Ready to move forward? Contact us at sales@gogsc.com or visit us here to learn how we can support your supply chain in Oakland and beyond.
