Global CFS
About Us

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Global Truck on ORD Tarmac

About Us

Global CFS is one of the oldest and most respected names in Chicago serving customs brokers and freight forwarders nationwide. Our founder received his MC number in 1967 and the business has grown over time to meet the needs of the international logistics community at one of the most important ports of entry in the country. Still privately held and managed today, the next generation of leaders are building upon his work, including earning the right to operate the nation’s first U.S. Customs Centralized Examination Station.

Today, Global CFS is a nationally-recognized name, offering a wide variety of services for logistics companies both local and global and with the same relentless focus and commitment to customer service, security and technological innovation that today’s modern supply chains demand.

A culture of integrity, re-investment in people and technology, coupled with continued recognition and renewal of government cargo security programs serve as a sign to customs brokers and freight forwarders that their customers’ cargo is both safely and securely handled when in our care, custody, and control.

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Our Company History

  1. Steve Panzarella, Sr.

    Steve Panzarella, Sr., opened KO Cartage when he received his MC number in January 1967. KO, short for “Knock Out” service, Steve holds a Chicago Golden Glove Title.

  2. 1976 Unlimited CFS Letter

    Unlimited Warehousing received permission from U.S. Customs to operate a bonded container freight station.

  3. 1985 men signing papers

    First U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Centralized Examination Station (CES) in the country.

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    Unlimited Warehousing rebranded as Global CFS.

  5. Global CCSF

    One of the nation’s first Certified Cargo Screening Facility (CCSF) named by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in the US.

  6. FTZ

    Awarded CBP Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Site #43.

  7. Global Truck on ORD Tarmac

    Awarded Anti-Terrorism Contraband Enforcement (A-TCET) examination site for the Port of Chicago. Awarded Department of Agriculture (USDA) All-Weather Fumigation Facility. Awarded K9 screening approval from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

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Leadership

Global CFS Team

Phil Fijal

Director of Business Development

Phil Fijal serves as the Director of Business Development at Global CFS, where his strategic efforts in customer acquisition, relationship management, and service innovation significantly contribute to the company's growth.

Lou Capizzi

Chief Executive Officer

Lou Capizzi is the CEO of Global CFS and an accomplished and visionary leader. With a deep understanding of the industry’s intricacies, Lou has consistently demonstrated the ability to navigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities, bolstering the company’s reputation and contributing to its sustained growth and success.

Steve Panzarella Jr.

President

Steve Panzarella, a seasoned leader in the transportation industry, has been at the helm of Global CFS for over a decade, bringing with him a wealth of experience and expertise nurtured from his upbringing in the field.

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Equipment

200

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Tractors

400

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Trailers

150

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Chassis

Specialized Equipment Includes:

Enclosed roller trailers

Enclosed drop deck roller trailers

Flat bed drop deck roller trailers

Tri- axle chassis

Temp controlled trailers

Temp controlled roller trailers

Cargo vans

Global CFS loading cargo plane
Global CFS Loading Cargo Plane
Global CFS Cargo Plane Being Loaded
Global CFS Loading Cargo Plane