Business Details
24 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Global Supply Chain Partner
CLN has spent the last two decades collaborating with leading companies to transform complex, slow, and opaque supply chains into streamlined, efficient operations. As a comprehensive supply chain management company, we manage not only the physical movement of goods but also documentation, customs and regulatory matters, trade finance, inventory management, fulfillment operations, and visibility issues. Our cross-functional team of logistics experts brings expertise in transportation, customs, compliance, distribution, legal, and finance to deliver tailored solutions for industries including aerospace, bio-pharma, chemicals, cranes, and plastics.With a single-source global management system, we provide the structure and support to drive industry-leading performance. Our client-centric approach ensures businesses can focus on their core operations while we handle the complexities of international logistics.
Services
Air Freight
Ocean Freight
Customs Brokerage
Pharma Logistics
Charter Flights
Warehousing
Compliance Management
Project Cargo
Sea + Air Service
PO Management
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer over two decades of expertise in transforming global supply chains.
- Our holistic approach manages all supply chain processes from transportation to compliance.
- Cross-functional team of logistics experts with industry-specific knowledge.
- Client-centric solutions tailored to industries like aerospace and bio-pharma.
- Single-source global management system for industry-leading performance.
What people say
Perfect service
Saved Christmas
Complex process simpler
Top priority treatment
Global logistics expertise
Services
Air Freight
CLN provides customized air freight solutions for time-sensitive shipments requiring specialized handling. Our global network ensures delivery to remote locations, with options for standard air freight, charter services, and Sea + Air combinations. We balance cost and transit time while managing documentation, customs clearance, and final-mile delivery for urgent logistics needs.
Ocean Freight
Our ocean freight services include full-container, LCL consolidation, reefer containers, and vessel chartering for large-scale projects. We manage complex regulatory requirements, route optimization, and cargo security while offering specialized solutions like foreign-to-foreign shipping and PO management for global sourcing operations.
Customs Brokerage
CLN's customs management team handles tariff classification, duty rates, ISF filings, and regulatory compliance for imports. We identify potential delays, fines, or penalties while managing documentation, country-of-origin rules, and government agency requirements to ensure smooth customs clearance for international shipments.
Pharma Logistics
We specialize in GDP-compliant pharmaceutical logistics with temperature-controlled transport, validated thermal packaging, and GMP-certified warehousing. Our cool-chain solutions ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance while providing real-time tracking and quality assurance for time-sensitive medical shipments.
Charter Flights
For oversized, sensitive, or highly urgent cargo, CLN arranges dedicated charter flights through our global network. This service accommodates non-standard cargo dimensions, specialized handling requirements, and critical delivery timelines while coordinating ground transport, customs, and final delivery logistics.
People
Mike Middleton
CEO
With over 40 years of leadership experience, Mike Middleton previously led SecureGlobal Logistics for 22 years and served as CRO for ServiceMaster Trifecta. He holds an MBA from Dallas Baptist University and focuses on growth strategy, organizational development, and client relationship management.
David Sitton
Chairman
Co-founder with 20+ years in international logistics, David Sitton built CLN's 23.8% annual growth over 16 years. A licensed U.S. customs broker, he has worked with global firms like Exxon and Nissan while serving on industry boards and speaking at trade councils.
Cami Meador
COO
As Chief Operating Officer, Cami Meador develops cross-functional teams and client-centric solutions. With 15+ years at CLN, she has shaped the company's culture, maintaining 95th percentile client and employee retention rates while leading operational strategy implementation.
Carol Frachon
Board Member
Carol Frachon brings decades of business development expertise, previously leading M&M Mars' European pet food division and founding ADDE, a pioneering marketing analytics software company. He focuses on procedural implementation and strategic mentorship.
Questions
What industries does CLN specialize in?
We serve aerospace, aviation, defense, chemicals, heavy equipment, bio-pharma, and plastics industries with tailored logistics solutions.
How does CLN handle urgent international shipments?
Our air freight and charter flight services prioritize time-sensitive cargo, with global coordination for customs clearance and final delivery.
What customs compliance services do you offer?
We manage tariff classification, duty rates, ISF filings, regulatory compliance, and documentation to prevent delays and penalties.
Can CLN handle temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipments?
Yes, our GDP-compliant pharma logistics include temperature-controlled transport, validated packaging, and GMP-certified warehousing.
How does CLN's co-managed supply chain approach work?
We integrate physical transportation with documentation, inventory management, and regulatory compliance to optimize entire supply chain operations.
What global locations does CLN operate in?
We have offices in Charlotte, Phoenix, Houston, New York, and Fresno, with a global network supporting international logistics.
