asey “Maverick” Kubitz understands how difficult it is to get around area code 907. As a youth, Kubitz played hockey in Anchorage, which means a lot of road games in remote areas. Growing up, he learned about the difficulties of keeping Alaska’s supply chain secure and unimpeded.

The situation grew worse during the COVID-19 pandemic. “I saw firsthand the challenges of moving goods in and out of Alaska,” says Kubitz. “Local businesses, the people that keep our communities alive, were constantly squeezed by high costs, delays, and outside control of our supply lines.”

Kubitz decided to find a solution that would benefit Alaska. Launched in February 2020, 907 Logistics provides full truckload, less-than-truckload, refrigerated, flatbed, and heavy-haul freight. It also manages barge and port coordination to transport items into Alaska, and it offers government and military freight management through its parent company, Maverick Logistical Consulting.

If it needs to move into or out of Alaska, Kubitz says, the two companies can move it. They regularly work with fisheries, construction firms, trailer manufacturers, food distributors, heavy equipment outfits, and other Alaska industries, making sure clients’ freight reaches its destination. Most of all, they ensure small businesses receive the same level of service and pricing usually reserved for big national players.

“From a single pallet of frozen fish to specialized military cargo, we cover the full spectrum,” says Kubitz.

907 Logistics exists to secure Alaska’s supply lines, according to Kubitz. Its mission is to connect small businesses and major shippers to reliable, transparent freight solutions so the state isn’t at the mercy of inflated rates or broken corridors. For Kubitz, it’s not just about moving freight, it’s about protecting Alaska’s economic sovereignty.

Before starting 907 Logistics, Kubitz worked in freight management as a logistics broker, coordinating shipments for construction, manufacturing, and perishable goods across the country. “That experience taught me where the system breaks down and what small businesses need most: responsiveness, consistency, and honesty,” he says.

A passion for logistics goes back to Gruening Middle School in Eagle River, where Kubitz started his first company as an adolescent. “It was called Alaska Exotics. My goal back then was to ship supercars to Alaska,” he recalls.

During high school, Kubitz worked for the Alaska Railroad during the summer, cleaning trains at the Ship Creek depot. No relation, though, to long-time Alaska Railroad Corporation executive Jim Kubitz. “I’ve heard of him and the great work he’s done with the Alaska Railroad,” he says. “I have a lot of respect for the people who keep Alaska’s supply lines running.”

Earning a business degree at UAA gave Kubitz the confidence to launch Maverick Logistical Consulting, which is registered in Idaho. “Having an Idaho base allows me to build that federal contracting foundation in the Lower 48 while maintaining our strong Alaska identity,” he explains. “It also gives us better access to products, suppliers, and freight moving in and out of the state.”

Doing business in the Gem State does entail a lot of back-and-forth travel for the company’s owner. “While I’m young and growing this company, I need to be in the mix,” Kubitz says, “shaking hands, building trust, and forming partnerships that strengthen Alaska’s connection to the rest of the country.

While the parent company is officially in Idaho, the operating arm of 907 Logistics is headquartered in Wasilla. From there, 907 Logistics operates across the entire state, from Anchorage to the most remote villages. However, Kubitz says its reach doesn’t stop at the state line.

Its network also stretches across the Lower 48. If a client needs a front loader picked up in Texas and delivered to Prudhoe Bay, the company will make it happen. If the mission is to move a military tank from Idaho to Alaska, it can coordinate every step, from truck, barge, rail, or port. He says it’s that flexibility that sets 907 Logistics apart from other logistics firms.

Operating in Alaska means battling extreme weather, high fuel costs, and barge bottlenecks. Likewise, Canadian border policy means many Alaska carriers can’t run freight directly through Canada because of insurance and regulatory barriers, which lock out local drivers and increase costs.

Kubitz says 907 Logistics solves these issues with its direct carrier relationships, hands-on planning, and technology integration. When a storm shuts down a lane or a barge gets delayed, the company has a backup plan ready. When bureaucracy blocks a small Alaska carrier, it steps in and creates workarounds that are a win-win for everyone involved.

“Our mindset is simple: if there’s a road, a barge, or even a trail, we’ll find a way to move it,” says Kubitz.

One way 907 Logistics hardly ever moves freight, however, is on a vehicle marked with its own logo. Owning trucks is not what the company is about.

“We operate using a hybrid model,” Kubitz explains. “907 Logistics and our partners work with a vetted network of owner-operators who own their own trucks and equipment. I also consult with a larger carrier network that includes about twenty-five asset-based trucks, in addition to the owner-operators registered through 907 Logistics.”

Acting as a matchmaker, of sorts, 907 Logistics combines the reliability of a dedicated fleet with the flexibility of independent drivers. “Many of our owner-operators are exceptional at what they do but don’t always have the time or infrastructure to manage major manufacturer accounts directly,” Kubitz says. “We fill that gap: coordinating their schedules, maintaining communication with shippers, and providing consistent, reliable shipping and receiving options for our clients.”

The hybrid model offers the reach and capacity of a carrier-backed logistics company without the red tape that slows larger firms down, Kubitz believes. Unlike a traditional shipping company that moves freight from point A to point B, a logistics company is strategic.

“We manage every link in the chain: procurement, planning, carrier coordination, compliance, communication, and contingency,” he says. “We can assist with procurement itself, not just transportation. If a business is struggling to find materials or equipment, we help source it, secure transport, and manage the entire journey. We provide multiple options for routing and scheduling so clients can make informed decisions based on price, timing, and reliability.”

That strategic view offers more control, transparency, and adaptability for clients while removing the stress of managing freight.

Compared to traditional shipping options, Kubitz says there are three real benefits of hiring a logistics company. First, a strong logistics partner gives businesses access to markets and capacity they can’t reach alone. A logistics company will have a network of routes and terminals that allow businesses to reach both big cities and remote rural villages. Second, businesses receive savings through competitive, transparent pricing. In many cases, it isn’t financially possible for a business to maintain its own shipping fleet, and researching alternatives isn’t always easy. By partnering with a logistics company, businesses can more easily determine the cost of shipping within a specific timeframe. Finally, a logistics company can provide protection against compliance risks and freight getting lost in the shuffle. Thanks to technology and industry know-how, business owners can feel more confident that their products will reach their destination.

Kubitz says his company saves businesses time so they can focus on running their company instead of chasing trucks.

One thing he says most Alaska businesses don’t realize is how many middlemen touch their freight before it reaches them. Every extra layer in the supply chain adds cost and risk, both of which every company wants to avoid. 907 Logistics works to eliminate those layers from the process and connect businesses directly with carriers they can trust.

“One of the most common things I hear is ‘I didn’t know my freight was routed through five different hands before it got here,’” says Kubitz. “We’re reworking the system to change that.”

With five years of success under his belt, Kubitz says 907 Logistics is on track for growth. By next year, he hopes to further complete the supply chain by adding manufacturing services.

A transportation company making widgets in a factory? Kubitz doesn’t see it as a pivot but as vertical integration. “It’s about creating local capability to produce and deliver what Alaska needs without always depending on outside vendors,” he says.

Kubitz sees manufacturing capability as a logical extension of strategic logistics, filling a gap in the supply chain. As he puts it, “Our vision is to manufacture critical parts and specialized equipment locally and deliver them efficiently by truck, barge, and even emerging technologies like drones and autonomous vehicles. Every step we bring in-house strengthens Alaska’s supply-chain sovereignty.”

Currently, he and his staff are exploring opportunities across the oil field, military, shipping infrastructure, and supply chain sovereignty sectors. The team is focused on laying the foundations, building capability, partnerships, and conducting prototype work so the company can scale when the timing and investment are right.

“Alaska cannot afford to have its economy dictated by outside interests and fragile corridors,” says Kubitz. “Every dollar we keep in the state builds resilience. Every job we create builds sovereignty. 907 Logistics is not just moving freight. We’re building the backbone of Alaska’s future supply chain.”

The discipline Kubitz learned on the ice is the same discipline he uses when running a business. He says playing hockey in Alaska gave him all the fundamentals he needed as an entrepreneur, including grit, teamwork, and persistence. In many ways, he still keeps score when it comes to helping his clients.

Furthermore, Kubitz says, “I’ve always been a builder, and I come from a family of builders. That mindset is what drives everything I do today, whether it’s designing new shipping lanes for clients, developing better manufacturing systems, or building infrastructure that connects Alaska to the rest of the world.”

He also finds inspiration in other entrepreneurs and innovators who bet on themselves, funded their own research, and proved the system wrong by building something better. Kubitz says that’s the model he brought to Alaska.

“That’s the fuel for this company,” says Kubitz. “We fight through adversity. We show up every day, and we play to win for our clients.”