Forward Air Named Surface Carrier of the Year by Airforwarders Association
March 17 2021 - 5:30PM
Business Wire
Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ: FWRD) (the “Company” or
“Forward”) is executing a growth strategy that involves organic
infrastructure investments, such as its ongoing LTL network
expansion, as well as inorganic investments, including acquisitions
of complementary businesses. Today, Forward was named Surface
Carrier of the Year by the Airforwarders Association (AfA).
The award was presented to Forward during the annual AfA General
Membership Meeting for excellence across several criteria,
including on-time performance, customer service, claims handling,
service offerings, technical support and overall value.
"We are incredibly proud of Forward for their outstanding work
in the past year," said Brandon Fried, Executive Director of the
Airforwarders Association. "Their company has gone above and beyond
to bring the best service, innovative solutions, and
forward-thinking vision to our community. We congratulate the
Forward organization and look ahead with excitement to what's to
come in 2021."
Tom Schmitt, Chairman, President and CEO said, "We always strive
to be the best in support of our own team, our partners and our
customers. It’s an honor to win this award for excellence during
such a challenging year, and it really is a testament to our driver
force. They went above and beyond to keep our network running for
our customers. I tell my team often that in the past we had one
driver appreciation day per year, and now every single day is
driver appreciation day. So, we accept this award on behalf of all
of them.”
About Forward Air Corporation
Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ: FWRD) is a leading asset-light
freight and logistics company. We provide LTL, final mile,
truckload and intermodal drayage services across the United States
and in Canada. Headquartered in Greeneville, Tennessee, Forward
operates approximately 200 facilities across the country and
employs more than 5,200 people nationwide. We are more than a
transportation company. As a single resource for your shipping
needs, Forward is your supply chain partner. For more information,
visit our website at www.forwardaircorp.com.
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Justin Moss 404-362-2472 jmoss@forwardair.com
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