YRC Worldwide Honored for Distinguished Service by the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA)
OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Sept. 24, 2010 -- YRC Worldwide (Nasdaq: YRCW), today announced the company has received a Distinguished Service Award for 2010 presented by the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) for its achievements in the field of transportation and logistics in support of the NDTA and its mission. The company was recently honored with the award at the 64th Annual NDTA Forum & Exposition in Washington DC.
"We are dedicated to providing flexible solutions and industry-leading support to government entities," said Greg Reid, executive vice president and chief marketing officer for YRC Worldwide. "We are honored to be recognized by the NDTA for our commitment to our customers."
All YRC Worldwide operating companies are government-approved shipping and transportation providers. The YRC Worldwide Government Solutions team provides a convenient, single point of contact, and 24/7 customer service staffed by knowledgeable and experienced customer support personnel in the event of a natural disaster or other emergency through its Immediate Response Center.
With one call to 1-877-YRCW IRC (1-877-972-9472), or email Immediate_Response_Center@yrcw.com, YRC Worldwide Immediate Response Center is ready to respond with the necessary assets, network and transportation professionals.
To get more information or access services for any YRC Worldwide company, customers can call one number, 1-800-610-6551, or visit http://www.yrcw.com/government/index.shtml.
About NDTA
The National Defense Transportation Association is a non-profit, non-political educational association committed to fostering partnerships between government, military and industry, and maintaining a strong and efficient global transportation, travel and distribution system in support of national security. There are over 9,000 members in the association, composed of both individual and corporate members. There are 60 plus chapters in the United States and overseas in Europe and the Pacific. The national headquarters office is located in Alexandria, Va.
About YRC Worldwide
YRC Worldwide Inc., a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Overland Park, Kan., is a leading provider of transportation and global logistics services. It is the holding company for a portfolio of successful brands including YRC, YRC Reimer, YRC Glen Moore, Reddaway, Holland and New Penn, and provides China-based services through its Jiayu and JHJ joint ventures. 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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