09
May
2014
NORTH LIBERTY, Iowa, May 8, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heartland Express,
Inc. (Nasdaq:HTLD) (www.heartlandexpress.com) a transportation industry
leader for customer service in the truckload market has been recognized
by Walmart as the 2013 Walmart General Merchandise Diamond Carrier of
the Year. Walmart awards the designation each year to companies who
provide support to the retailer's Walmart Stores, Sam's Clubs and
distribution facilities located throughout the continental United
States.
President and CEO of Heartland Express, Michael Gerdin stated, "We are
honored to receive this award for our transportation services provided
to Walmart. To be recognized as a leader in service by Walmart speaks
to the daily efforts put forth by everyone at Heartland, especially our
professional drivers who transport the freight daily. It takes everyone
working together, including effective communication with the Walmart
team, to achieve this high level of success. We appreciate, value, and
thank our partners at Walmart for this award."
Heartland Express is an irregular route truckload carrier based in
North Liberty, Iowa serving customers with shipping lanes throughout
the United States. Heartland is considered the benchmark for financial
strength and stability in the transportation industry with a focus on
medium to short haul regional freight, offering shippers industry
leading on-time service so they can achieve their strategic goals for
their customers. More information about Heartland Express can be found
on the company website at www.heartlandexpress.com.
Inc. (Nasdaq:HTLD) (www.heartlandexpress.com) a transportation industry
leader for customer service in the truckload market has been recognized
by Walmart as the 2013 Walmart General Merchandise Diamond Carrier of
the Year. Walmart awards the designation each year to companies who
provide support to the retailer's Walmart Stores, Sam's Clubs and
distribution facilities located throughout the continental United
States.
President and CEO of Heartland Express, Michael Gerdin stated, "We are
honored to receive this award for our transportation services provided
to Walmart. To be recognized as a leader in service by Walmart speaks
to the daily efforts put forth by everyone at Heartland, especially our
professional drivers who transport the freight daily. It takes everyone
working together, including effective communication with the Walmart
team, to achieve this high level of success. We appreciate, value, and
thank our partners at Walmart for this award."
Heartland Express is an irregular route truckload carrier based in
North Liberty, Iowa serving customers with shipping lanes throughout
the United States. Heartland is considered the benchmark for financial
strength and stability in the transportation industry with a focus on
medium to short haul regional freight, offering shippers industry
leading on-time service so they can achieve their strategic goals for
their customers. More information about Heartland Express can be found
on the company website at www.heartlandexpress.com.
