Steelman Transportation expects growth as a result of its recent merger.
By Kat Zeman
Delivering freight on time and within budget are top priorities for Steelman Transportation. The Springfield, Mo.-based company prides itself on customer service and the long-term relationships it has built with its clientele.
Tri-State Generation & Transmission makes money-saving changes.
By Kat Zeman
Terri Marranzino-Ray loves power. As senior manager of support services for Tri-State Generation & Transmission, delivering power to the rural West is her No. 1 responsibility. “At the end of the day, our goal is to provide outstanding customer service and keep the lights on,” she says.
Modern Transportation’s creative approaches reduce driver turnover.
By Alan Dorich
Although most transportation organizations list safety and their people as their top priorities, Pittsburgh-based Modern Transportation has built a culture of safety and engagement that is turning a nationwide driver shortage into a competitive advantage. “First,” shares Modern’s President, Patrick Cozzens, “if you’re not safe, you’re going to be out of business. And secondly, if you don’t want drivers to leave, create a work environment that makes them want to stay.” Modern is thinking outside the box to meet both of those challenges.
Fuel efficiency is a high priority for Kuperus Trucking.
By Jim Harris
Myles Kuperus knew the risks of starting his own trucking company when he incorporated the business in 1987. “This industry has a high failure rate because it’s capital-intensive,” he says. “I knew going into business that I had to operate efficiently, so I became passionate about fuel economy.” To help him in this journey, he made a point to listen and learn from equipment vendors, West Michigan transportation industry leaders and respected past employers.
Milton Transportation’s clients can rely on it to deliver on time.
By Alan Dorich
When First Quality, ConAgra Brands Inc. and Furmano Foods need a reliable commodities carrier in the Mid-Atlantic states, they turn to Milton Transportation Inc. “We have an excellent response time,” Safety and HR Director Bill Buckley says, noting that the firm can make same-day or next-day deliveries. “We’re good at what we do.”
Cooperative pool manager Consolidated Chassis Management (CCM) is making it even easier for its customers to work with chassis.
By Jim Harris
Meeting the needs of the terminals, trucking companies, ocean carriers, railroads and leasing companies that Consolidated Chassis Management (CCM) LLC serves could be a daunting task. But during its more than 10 years in business, the company has proven itself to be more than up to this challenge.
Innovative technology and new products have helped Peapod stay on top in the e-commerce market.
By Kat Zeman
When it comes to online food and beverage sales, very few companies can bring it to the table like Peapod. An early innovator of smart shopping technology, Peapod has managed to stay at the top of its game by driving new investments, products and services.
DuPont Pioneer strives for efficiency and safety within its fleet.
By Alan Dorich
DuPont Pioneer puts the customer first in everything it does, Fleet Manager Bob Eggerss says. “That’s what we hang our hat on,” he states. “We make sure the products and services we provide help growers be more productive and profitable.”
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