B
atch Freight has secured a larger headquarters space in Chicago's River North area, nearly doubling its workspace with a 20,000 square foot lease at 214 West Huron Street. The two-story building is owned by Brandon Cruz and Clinton Jones, co-founders of GoHealth, who had previously consolidated their operations into the Merchandise Mart. Batch Freight will exit its current space at 212 West Superior Street, which is owned by Urban Innovations.

    The relocation supports Batch Freight's expansion following its acquisitions of Next Trucking and Hickory Transportation Services earlier this year. By expanding downtown, the company is betting on Chicago's growing logistics industry despite the trend of companies reducing office space in favor of remote work. This move comes as downtown landlords face a 25.8 percent vacancy rate.

    Backed by investors like Sequoia Capital and Brookfield Growth, Batch Freight has emerged as a leader in logistics innovation with AI-powered software that optimizes freight logistics and improves efficiency for shipping companies. "Chicago's strategic placement and transit history made it the most prudent option to house our headquarters," said CEO Andrew Sobko.