Circle Logistics Strengthens Food Supply Chain Integrity Ahead of FDA’s 2026 Food Traceability Rule

Circle Logistics Strengthens Food Supply Chain Integrity Ahead of FDA’s 2026 Food Traceability Rule

Circle Logistics, a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider, is helping food and beverage brands safeguard freshness, maintain compliance, and uphold consumer trust as the industry prepares for tighter federal regulations.

With the FDA’s Food Traceability Rule (FSMA) taking effect in 2026, Circle Logistics is expanding its end-to-end cold-chain solutions and compliance programs to help brands trace and manage products seamlessly from farm to shelf — minimizing spoilage, recalls, and risk exposure.

Protecting Product Freshness

Circle Logistics leverages advanced temperature-controlled systems and decades of cold-chain experience to ensure perishables remain within optimal ranges during transit and storage. These measures preserve quality “from farm to fork,” supporting brands that depend on reliable delivery for customer satisfaction.

Ensuring Regulatory Compliance

Navigating the complex landscape of HACCP and FDA regulations can be daunting for food and beverage suppliers. Circle Logistics maintains all necessary certifications and implements rigorous quality-control procedures designed to keep its partners audit-ready, helping them avoid penalties and sustain operational continuity.

Building Brand Reputation

By consistently meeting strict safety and delivery standards, Circle Logistics strengthens consumer confidence and brand equity for its clients. The company’s proactive approach to transparency and reliability helps safeguard reputations in a highly competitive marketplace.

“The food and beverage industry faces unique logistical challenges where product integrity directly impacts consumer health and brand reputation,” said Karl Fillhouer, VP of Sales and Operations at Circle Logistics. “Our goal is to go beyond moving goods — we deliver strong, reliable supply-chain strategies so brands can focus on what they do best.”

A Trusted, Holistic Partner

Founded in 2011 in Fort Wayne, Circle Logistics now manages more than $700 million in freight spend and ranks among the nation’s Top 50 Freight Brokerage Firms. The company provides multimodal coverage across the U.S. and Mexico, offering Dry Van, Flatbed, Reefer, LTL, Expedite, Oversize, and Air solutions.

To learn more about Circle Logistics’ tailored food-and-beverage programs, visit circledelivers.com.