owner ready to sell a transportation or storage business
Resources β€Ί Industry Selling Guides β€Ί How to Sell a Transportation or Storage Business in 2025

Shifting into Neutral?

Ready to sell a transportation or storage business? Get the facts straight and keep more of your gains while ensuring a smooth ride for customers and staff.

4 Key Facts: How to Sell a Transportation or Storage Business in 2025

Average Time on the Market for Transportation and Storage Businesses is 12-18 Months

Transportation and storage businesses typically take longer to sell due to complex asset valuations and customer contract dependencies. Proper preparation can reduce this timeline.

Fleet and Equipment Account for Up to 60% of Total Business Value

For transportation businesses, trucks, trailers, and specialized equipment are major assets. Proper documentation and maintenance records can boost the perceived value and attract the right buyers.

Customer Contracts and Relationships Impact 50% of Buyer Interest

Buyers prioritize businesses with established customer contracts and reliable revenue streams. Securing long-term agreements with major clients can significantly enhance business value.

Compliance and Licensing Requirements Are Top Priorities for 70% of Buyers

Strict regulations in the transportation industry make compliance a key consideration. Buyers need to see up-to-date licensing and safety records to feel confident in the value of the business.

Exit Success

How to Sell a Transportation or Storage Business in 2025: 3 Challenges and Solutions

man and woman selling packaging business for sale
Challenge 1:
Accurately Valuing Fleets and Equipment

Trucks, trailers, and other specialized equipment make up a large portion of a transportation business’s value. Buyers want to see detailed maintenance and operational records to justify the price.

Unbroker Solution:

We provide a comprehensive valuation that considers equipment condition, age, and market demand, ensuring buyers see the true value of your fleet. With our low-cost structure, you keep more of your profits without sacrificing quality or transparency.

Challenge 2:
Transferring Customer Contracts and Maintaining Continuity

Customer contracts are crucial to the stability of a transportation or storage business. Buyers want assurance that these agreements will remain intact and profitable after the sale.

Unbroker Solution:

We help you develop a detailed transition plan that includes secure contract transfers and clear communication with clients. Our low-fee model means you save on costs while maintaining strong customer relationships.

man selling his shipping business for sale
Challenge 3:
Navigating Compliance and Licensing Regulations

Transportation businesses must comply with a variety of state and federal regulations. DuringΒ changing times, missing or outdated compliance records can delay the sale and reduce your business’s perceived value.Β 

Unbroker Solution:

We guide you through the compliance process, reviewing licensing, safety records, and operational documentation to ensure a smooth transition. Our focus on flow helps minimize disruptions and keeps your sale on track.

Selling my logistics firm was daunting, especially handling compliance and transferring long-term contracts. Unbroker’s team walked me through the entire process and made sure my fleet and contracts were valued correctly. I saved thousands on broker fees and kept more of the sale price. Highly recommend to any transportation business owner.
Rick W. | Chicago, IL
Logistics company OWNER

Ready to Sell a Transportation or Storage Business?

Keep more of your earnings with Unbroker’s fair, flat-fee approach.

satisfaction is guaranteed when you sell your business on unbroker

Satisfaction Guaranteed

Both our Full Service Sale and Assisted Sale come with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.


Assisted Sale

$99/mo

Full Service Sale

$485 up front

+ $4500 once sold

Satisfaction guaranteed

βœ“

βœ“

No commitment or exclusivity required

βœ“

βœ“

Expert team with M&A experience

βœ“

βœ“

Clear, upfront pricing

βœ“

βœ“

Commission-free model

βœ“

βœ“

Secure and Private Digital Deal Room

βœ“

βœ“

Fully Confidential Process, Backed by Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)

βœ“

βœ“

Valuation Tools, Backed by Actual Sales from your Industry

βœ“

βœ“

Premium Marketing Templates, including Offering Memorandums

βœ“

βœ“

Financing Pre-Qualification, including SBA 7a Lending

βœ“

βœ“

Exclusive Business Listing on Unbroker site

(for serious buyers only)

βœ“

βœ“

Business Listing on Partner Sites, including:

BizBuySell

BizQuest

LoopNet

The Wall Street Journal

AllBusiness.com

and others*

βœ“

βœ“

Discreet marketing to exclusive Unbroker buyer database

βœ“

βœ“

Personalized Buyer Qualification with AI

βœ“

βœ“

Letter of Intent (LOI),

Asset Purchase Agreement (APA),

and other Contract Templates

βœ“

βœ“

Negotiation Advise

βœ“

βœ“

Due Diligence Tools and Guidance

βœ“

βœ“

Lease Transfer Tools

βœ“

βœ“

Trusted Escrow Accounts

βœ“

βœ“

Full Closing Documents

βœ“

βœ“

DBA Transfer and Registration

βœ“

βœ“

Communication Planning

βœ“

βœ“

Transition and Training Tools

βœ“

βœ“

Unlimited Expert Assistance

βœ“

βœ“

2 Business Day Response Guarantee

βœ“


1 Business Day Response Guarantee


βœ“

Valuation Completed for You


βœ“

Marketing Materials Created for You


βœ“

Listings Managed for You


βœ“

Buyers Qualified for You


βœ“

Contracts Drafted for You


βœ“

Buyer Communication Managed for You


βœ“

Due Diligence Overseen for You


βœ“

Financing Assisted for You

βœ“

Landlord Communication Handled for You

βœ“

License/Permit Transfers Managed for You

βœ“

Closing Coordinated for You

βœ“

Training and Transitioning Arranged for You


βœ“

full refund guarantee

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

Both our Full Service Sale and Assisted Sale come with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.Β If you’re not fully satisfied, we’ll provide a full full refund.

See Terms of Service for more details.

full refund guarantee

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

Both our Full Service Sale and Assisted Sale come with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.Β If you’re not fully satisfied, we’ll provide a full full refund.

See Terms of Service for more details.