3PL for ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages in Western Canada and the USA’s Pacific Northwest gives beverage brands a significant advantage in a competitive market. At Stryder Canada, we provide specialized beverage logistics services throughout Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest of the United States. Our logistics operations span from Vancouver, British Columbia, to Calgary, Alberta, with cross-border service to the U.S. via our integrated network, serving the PNW region from the Seattle Metropolitan area of Washington State.
With certified food-grade warehousing, cross-border freight capabilities, and co-packing solutions, we help RTD beverage brands scale across Canada and the Pacific Northwest of the United States. Our facilities and transportation services ensure your ready-to-drink products move quickly, compliantly, and efficiently.
Here’s why beverage companies across North America choose to partner with Stryder for RTD beverage 3PL services.
Third-Party Logistics for Ready-to-Drink Beverages: Advantages
The advantages of third-party logistics for ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages revolve around being able to handle the growing industry’s storage and transportation capacities, thereby reducing potential unseen bottlenecks in the future. In 2022, the Canadian non-alcoholic beverage market was valued at USD 25.7 million and is projected to reach USD 39.4 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.5%, according to Grand View Research, Inc. While carbonated soft drinks were the largest revenue-generating segment in 2022, functional beverages and ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages such as iced teas and coffees are expected to see the fastest growth due to rising demand for convenient, health-conscious options.
With increasing consumer demand, RTD manufacturers must maintain an efficient supply chain to meet demand across various purchasing channels, including grocery stores, restaurants, convenience stores, and event venues.
Examples of RTD products include:
- Bottled water and sparkling water
- Cold brew and iced coffees
- Energy drinks
- Carbonated drinks such as soft drinks, iced tea, and tonic water
- Alcoholic RTD beverages such as wine, beer, liquor, vodka seltzer, and ready-to-drink cocktail premixes
These products typically require specialized warehousing, temperature control, and timely replenishment to ensure optimal performance.
Ready-to-Drink Beverage Manufacturer in Vancouver, British Columbia: Example
Let’s take an example of an RTD beverage manufacturer based in Vancouver. Using spring water from the Okanagan, they produce health beverages such as flavoured vitamin water with added ingredients like electrolytes or green tea extracts, targeting distribution across British Columbia, Alberta, and down into the USA. They’re ready to scale, targeting Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest of the USA—but lack the logistics and the distribution expertise.
Rather than building the logistics infrastructure, managing warehouse staffing, dealing with customs paperwork, and refrigerated transport, the manufacturer partners with Stryder Canada.
As a 3PL Provider, we handle:
- Inbound transport from their facility to our Vancouver Beverage Centre, Calgary Beverage Centre, or USA locations
- Repacking and compliance labeling, including ABV ranges and sustainable packaging
- Cross-border shipping into U.S. retail and wholesale locations
- Inventory, cross-docking, and freight transportation to distribution centers
This allows the RTD beverage manufacturer to focus its time and expenses on its business, whether that involves launching new lines, while avoiding bottlenecks and logistics issues that could impact profitability. By outsourcing to a 3PL provider like Stryder Canada, beverage companies can reduce their carbon footprint, save on operational costs, and focus on R&D for new functional ingredients and flavor-forward palates.
3PL & Warehousing for Ready-to-Drink Products in Western Canada & The USA’s Pacific Northwest
Third-party logistics & warehousing for RTD beverage products in Western Canada and the USA’s Pacific Northwest is provided by Stryder Canada. We operate warehousing and beverage 3PL operations throughout British Columbia, Alberta, and the Pacific Northwest regions of the USA, including Washington, Oregon, and Idaho.
Canadian Beverage Warehouse Facilities
Vancouver Beverage Centre (VBC)
- Address: 13240 Worster Court, Richmond, BC, V6V 2B8
- Facility: 144,000 ft² facility, SQF food-grade certified, 10 dock-level loading bays, 20,000 ft² mezzanine space
- Location: Strategically located near YVR, Hwy 99, Port of Vancouver, and U.S. border
- Automated and Manual Repackaging: Re-packaging lines for variety formats—ideal for carbonated drinks, canned alcohol, canned cocktails, and more
- Cross-border freight coordination through our U.S. Seattle gateway
- 24-7 Security monitoring
Calgary Beverage Centre (CBC)
- Address: 2590 61 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, T2C 4V2
- Facility: 45,000 – 200,000 ft² food-grade warehouse capacity
- Location: Located in the Rocky View and Calgary regions. Ideal for Edmonton, Western Canadian distribution, and access to Alberta Foreign Trade Zones
Automated and Manual Repackaging: Automated and manual repackaging lines for seasonal and promotional SKUs - High ceilings and scalable operations for growth-stage brands
- 24-7 Security monitoring
Partner with a West Coast 3PL Provider Today: Stryder Canada
For third-party logistics in Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest of the United States, partner with Stryder. When you work with Stryder Canada, you’re gaining a logistics partner built for the demands of today’s RTD beverage market. From sparkling water, soft drinks, cold-brew coffee, energy drinks, and a wide range of carbonated beverages, to alcoholic products (beer, wine, liquor, spirits), we professionally manage the supply chains of RTD beverage companies to ensure there are no bottlenecks to success.
Additionally, as Logic-ology is part of the Stryder Group, clients gain easy access to international freight brokerage services for freight forwarding throughout Canada, the USA, and Mexico, ensuring full North American shipping coverage for your business.
Why RTD Beverage Brands Choose Stryder:
- North American Coverage: Western Canada, Pacific Northwest USA, British Columbia, Alberta, Washington
- Award-Winning Service: Stryder Group has won multiple service awards, presented by the Coca-Cola Company, one of the most recognized and valuable carbonated soft drink brands in the world
- Industry Certified: SQF (Safe Quality Food) certified, food-grade 3PL beverage warehouses
- Logistics, Warehousing, and Transportation Experts: Provides beverage logistics, transloading, cross-docking, intermodal transportation, and drayage services
- International Logistics: Extensive experience in both national and international, cross-border logistics
Let us help you simplify your beverage logistics so you can focus on building your brand. From soft drinks, juices, coffee, tea, and water, companies in the RTD beverage business are constantly innovating, and we’re ready to help streamline their supply chain strategy to ensure maximum profitability.
Contact Stryder Canada today to learn how our beverage 3PL and warehousing solutions can support your next product launch.
Seeking 3PL and warehousing services for ready-to-drink beverages? Call Stryder Motorfreight Canada at 833-787-9337 or send us a message at sales@go-stryder.com for more information or to book an on-site visit:
Vancouver Beverage Centre (VBC)
Address: 13240 Worster Court, Richmond, BC, Canada, V6V 2B8
Phone: 604-303-9144
Calgary Beverage Center (CBC)
Address: 2590 61 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, T2C 4V2
Phone: 403-906-1999
Richmond, Head Office Facility
Address: 7271 Nelson Road, Richmond, BC, Canada V6W 1G3
Phone: 604-270-9118
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