YRC Worldwide Ranks No. 2 in the Transportation, Logistics, Warehousing & Supply Chain Category of the 2009 Security 500
OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Dec. 3, 2009 -- YRC Worldwide Inc. (Nasdaq: YRCW), has been ranked no. 2 in the Transportation, Logistics, Warehousing & Supply Chain category of the 2009 Security 500 Benchmarking Survey conducted by Security Magazine.
The Security 500 survey tracks companies and institutions in 16 vertical markets for the purpose of creating a reliable benchmarking program among security organizations. Rankings are then developed based on a number of key factors, including security spending per employee, the number of security officers per square feet of facilities, innovative security strategies and peer/customer feedback where appropriate.
"As a global transportation provider, YRC Worldwide is honored to be recognized for our commitment to industry-leading security programs and practices," said Wayne "Butch" Day, vice president - YRC Worldwide Security. "The safety and security of not only our employees and facilities, but also the goods we transport everyday on behalf of our customers, is job one."
To learn more about the 2009 Security 500 Benchmarking Survey, visit http://www.securitymagazine.com/Articles/sec500.
About YRC Worldwide
YRC Worldwide Inc., a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Overland Park, Kan., is one of the largest transportation service providers in the world and the holding company for a portfolio of successful brands including YRC, YRC Reimer, YRC Glen Moore, YRC Logistics, New Penn, Holland and Reddaway. YRC Worldwide has the largest, most comprehensive network in North America with local, regional, national and international capabilities. Through its team of experienced service professionals, YRC Worldwide offers industry-leading expertise in heavyweight shipments and flexible supply chain solutions, ensuring customers can ship industrial, commercial and retail goods with confidence. Please visit www.yrcw.com for more information.
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