MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – TST Overland Express has been recognized as a Carrier of the Year by Schneider Logistics.

The award goes to the third-party logistics carriers deemed to excel in operational performance, service and ease of conducting business. The awards were presented at Schneider’s recent Carrier Recognition Conference in Green Bay, Wis. A total of 19 carriers were awarded, including two from Canada.

Schneider officials said the winners represent the top 1% of service providers that move freight on behalf of Schneider Logistics.

“We work hard to maintain our industry leadership position in the ways that matter most to our customers. From our ISO 9002 certification, to leveraging new technologies and processes that enhance customer experience, TST is committed to continuous improvement,” said Rob O’Reilly, president, TST Overland Express. “To receive this recognition from another leader in our industry is very gratifying and to win this award six times over the last seven years demonstrates TST’s commitment to excellence. I congratulate our employees for this recognition and thank them for their continued outstanding efforts.”

“Each year Schneider Logistics holds its Carrier Recognition Conference to thank and recognize those core providers who deliver the capacity and high-level service for which Schneider is known,” added Bill Miller, vice-president of supply chain management at Schneider Logistics. “Because these carriers are an extension of Schneider, we count on them to deliver each and every load safely, on-time and with great professionalism.”