About Us
Our Mission
As a unified, multi-cultural team, we provide the most efficient and competitive supply chain solutions for our customers and suppliers worldwide.
Our Promises to You
Every shipment will receive experienced, professional, individualized attention—from order through pickup and delivery. If humanly possible, your goods will arrive on time, intact, every time.
What you should know about us:
Solid financial resources and reserves
Decades of experience with refrigerated products
Single points of contact for efficient operations and accurate billing
99%+ satisfaction rate
Commitment to exceeding customer expectations
AJC Service Promise
We will exceed expectations by delivering efficient and professional service every day.
Our Values
For our team, suppliers, vendors, and customers, we commit to:
Perform with Integrity
Build Relationships
Embrace Teamwork
Deliver Innovation
Provide Service
Company History
1972
Initially focused on the protein trade from mainland US to Puerto Rico, AJC International was founded in Atlanta, GA. Since then, they have built an unparalleled network of experts around the globe, serving the world's food suppliers and customers with diverse products and services that help them grow their business
1998
AJC International expanded their service capabilities in Puerto Rico by entering into an exclusive contract with Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club to develop a program from mainland US to the island.
2000
AJC International began another exclusive program—this time with US poultry producer, Wayne Farms, to manage their refrigerated exports from the US to China.
2001
After almost 30 years of success in the food trade segment, AJC International leveraged their knowledge, experience and strength in international logistics by launching AJC Logistics to provide full 3PL (third party logistics) services.
2005
Through the acquisition of Eagle Logistics Services in San Juan, PR, AJC Logistics grew their footprint in the market by providing Puerto Rico customers with a reliable, service-focused logistics option for their cargo.
2009
AJC Logistics was nominated as the exclusive agent for FedEx Freight in Puerto Rico.
2009
AJC Logistics opened a 55,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art warehouse in Jacksonville, FL featuring 4 temp zones to support the distinct needs of our Puerto Rico clients.
2010
AJC Logistics received accreditation from AIB (American Institute of Bakers) for the newly opened Jacksonville facility, which has been proudly maintained since then.
2012
The Jacksonville facility underwent an 8,000 sq. ft. expansion of temp-controlled space to support the growing demand from customers requiring refrigeration.
2015
The logistics platform expanded with the launch of SeaWide Express. This team focuses on FAK consolidated freight from the continental US to Alaska, Hawaii and Guam.
2016
SeaWide Express opened operations offices in Commerce, CA and Fife, WA to support Hawaii/Guam and Alaska respectively. Five container freight stations were also secured throughout the Hawaiian islands to allow for greater distribution reach at destination.
2019
Continued growth in the Puerto Rico trade resulted in a second expansion of the refrigerated capacity at the Jacksonville warehouse. In the same year, SeaWide Express moved from their Commerce, CA facility to a larger La Habra, CA location.
2021
The SeaWide Express team moved to a newer, larger, dedicated facility in Fife, WA featuring additional warehouse space with 9 dock doors, significantly more yard space with cameras and heavy-duty forklifts that feature multiple attachments and can scale up to 8,000 lbs. A short distance their previous location, this warehouse provides greater custody, control and visibility.
2022
AJC Freight Solutions was established as the newest AJC Logistics brand. AJC Freight Solutions consolidates our domestic freight and international shipping services into one entity. Our long-term team members and valued relationships with shippers and carriers will continue to solve the logistics and transportation issues for our customers.
2024
Kano Trucking was acquired to have expanded delivery service capabilities in Hawaii, ensuring greater reach and convenience. With local employees, we ensure timely communication and improved service quality, including control over origin and destination warehouse operations and final mile delivery.
Experienced Management Team
Chris Swartz
Vice President Transportation Logistics
Chris Swartz has been working in the Ocean, Rail, Trucking, and Logistics industry with an emphasis on international markets since 1990, and has been with the AJC Group since 2005. Chris is now serving as the VP of AJC Group and is Managing Director for AJC Logistics. His primary responsibilities include managing AJC’s global transportation and leading its logistics subsidiary, AJC Logistics. Previously Chris spent 4 years with CSX Railroad serving as the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for their logistics subsidiary TRANSFLO and Director of Chemicals Marketing for CSX Transportation. Chris started his career with Sea-Land Services and spent 12 years working in the Atlantic Division, Pacific Divisions, Buyers & Shippers, and finally Sea-Land’s domestic services as GM of Sales for the US East Coast. He currently serves on the Board of Polivka International. Chris attended Florida State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics. He has been married to his wife, Shana, for 25+ years, and is a proud father of two with a son who is a senior in college and a daughter in high school. He loves golf, baseball, and the Florida State Seminoles.
Randolph Page
General Manager – USEC Jones Act & NVOCC, AJC Freight Solutions & Eagle Logistics Systems
Randolph Page boasts 30+ years in the logistics industry, including international ocean and air, domestic ocean, and trucking experience. Randolph began his career in 1987 working for Carolina Freight, an LTL trucking company in his hometown of Savannah, GA. In 1989, he pursued an opportunity with Sea-Land Services in Charlotte, NC, managing and developing sales territories throughout the Southeast for both the Far-East and Trans-Atlantic arenas. After the acquisition of Sea-Land Services by Maersk a decade later, he assumed the role of Customer Service Manager in Atlanta, GA until he accepted a position with Horizon Lines. During his tenure at Horizon Lines, he held several key commercial management positions, focused on selling the Jones Act Markets of Puerto Rico, Alaska, and Hawaii/Guam. After 25+ years with ocean carriers, Randolph joined the AJC Logistics family in 2013. As the General Manager, he oversees the sales and operations teams supporting the Domestic NVOCC and International NVOCC divisions. He recognizes the importance of building long-term partnerships with customers and vendors—leading by example and recently winning the AJC Logistics Leadership Award. Randolph is happily married to his wife of 30+ years and the proud father of two children. As avid fan of Furman University’s Paladin football, he is often found traveling to Greenville, SC to cheer for his team in the fall.
Phil Mitchell
General Manager, AJC Freight Solutions
Phil Mitchell is the General Manager of AJC Freight Solutions, part of the AJC Group. Based in Atlanta, he leads the freight division in North America’s strategic direction and operations. Phil joined AJC in July 2020 as Regional Sales Manager and was promoted to General Manager in November 2022. Before AJC, he held key roles at Werner Enterprises, including Regional Sales Manager and Sales Team Manager. Phil started his career at C.H. Robinson and interned at Georgia Ports Authority. He holds Bachelor's Degrees in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, and Marketing from Georgia Southern University. Phil is dedicated to driving growth and innovation in the logistics and transportation industry.
Carmen Colón
Regional Manager, Eagle Logistics Systems
Carmen Colón has 25+ years of experience in the logistics industry, with her focus on the Puerto Rico market. As one of the founders of Eagle Logistics Systems in 1998, she has been spearheading the organization for over two decades as a Sales Manager. In this role, her primary responsibility is in providing excellent service to our customers and vendor partners — striving to exceed their expectations, as well as managing the Sales and Operations Teams. Carmen was born and raised in Connecticut and started her career at James River Corporation’s headquarters in Norwalk, CT as a Customer Service Representative. She later relocated to San Juan when she was offered a Sales Representative role with the company. This is when her passion for the logistics industry took shape. With the support of her close-knit team, Carmen has taken Eagle Logistics Systems’ customer service standards to the next level. She works hard to understand her customers’ needs and is committed to making things happen even when the circumstances are challenging. In her free time, Carmen enjoys spending time with her son, family, and friends. She enjoys horseback riding and exploring fine dining restaurants on the island.
Phil Hinkle
General Manager, SeaWide Express
As General Manager, Phil Hinkle resides at AJC’s worldwide headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and is responsible for all Commercial Activities, Operations, Transportation, and Marketing of the SeaWide Express brand and its offshore operations. Phil has built a successful career in the transportation/logistics industry over the last 34 years, having spent 22 years with YRC Corporation and 8 years with FedEx Freight in Sales, Operations, and Senior Management roles. He has accumulated extensive experience in Less-than-Truckload and Truckload transportation markets domestically and to the offshore markets. Phil joined AJC Logistics in 2015 and has been instrumental in developing and building the SeaWide Express brand. Phil is married with two children and two grandchildren, and an avid Alabama Crimson Tide booster, where he is an active member of the Alumni Association. He enjoys golf, fishing, Alabama football, and spending time with his family. Phil is a graduate of the University of Alabama where he received his BS Degree in Business Administration with specialization in Transportation and Logistics in 1984.
