Reliable Intermodal Logistics — Trusted to Move What Matters: By Rail, Road & Beyond
About Us
With decades of experience and a modern, flexible approach, Variant Logistics delivers reliability for today’s metal shippers, importers, and industrial freight customers.
Who We Are
Variant Logistics is a freight brokerage specializing in intermodal, drayage, and transloading solutions for metal shippers, importers, and industrial freight customers. With Midwest roots and a national reach, we’ve built our reputation on flexibility, speed, and reliable execution.
Formerly operating as United American Logistics, our company has served this industry since 1998. In 2025, we became a 100% brokerage-based operation, allowing us to scale more efficiently and focus on what we do best — high-touch freight management and long-term partnerships.
We don’t take on every shipment — just the ones we know we can execute with precision. Whether you’re moving bundled steel, coiled product, or oversized project freight, we deliver hands-on support, transparent coordination, and dependable results.
What Sets Us Apart
Why Shippers Trust Variant
We’re not just another freight broker — we’re a hands-on logistics partner built for complexity. From steel and machinery to time-sensitive project cargo, our team delivers clarity and control in an industry known for chaos.
Industrial Freight Focus
We specialize in metals, machinery, and heavy imports — not general freight.
All Class 1 Rail Access
Our intermodal network includes BNSF, UP, NS, CSX, CN, and CP.
Photo & Load Inspection Protocols
Every load is inspected, photographed, and documented — no blind spots.
Trusted, Vetted Partner Network
Our warehouses and carriers are selected for reliability and execution.
Flexible & Responsive by Design
We were named “Variant” for a reason — to reflect our ability to adapt to your cargo, your timeline, and your goals.
Meet the Team
The People Behind the Process
We’re a lean, experienced team built for fast decision-making, clear communication, and precise execution. Every shipment we take on gets personal attention — from start to finish.
Adam Darnell
President
Oversees strategy, sales, and key customer relationships.
Tiffany Walsh
Operations Manager
Leads day-to-day execution and operational efficiency across all shipments.Lauren Skarupa
Accounting & Logistics Specialist
Handles invoicing, payment tracking, and logistics support. Transitioning to full-time in 2026.
It All Starts with One
One conversation. One shipment. One dependable partner.
Let us quote your next lane — or support your next import project — and show you what it’s like to work with a team that delivers.