MELVINDALE, Mich., Oct. 4, 2005 – A division of Evans Distribution Systems, Merchants Forwarding Company, has been named 2005 Carrier of the Year by Schneider Logistics for exceptional performance in transportation services and consistently delivering the highest levels of customer satisfaction.
“We are honored to be recognized for our partnership with Schneider Logistics. This is an example of how a carrier with regional expertise can help make a global operation like Schneider successful,” said Evans Distribution Systems President John A. Evans. “Carriers play a critical role in the supply chain. By utilizing our extensive knowledge of Midwest industries and eliminating logistical headaches, Evans can ensure delivery that exceeds our customer’s needs.”
The selection criteria for Carrier of the Year are based on ease of doing business, on-time performance, claims performance, e-business capabilities and integration with Schneider Logistics. Recognition and awards were received at the third annual Carrier Recognition Conference at Lambeau Field, Green Bay, Wis., on Sept. 20.
Schneider Logistics is an international lead logistics provider that helps customers capture strategic business value from their supply chains in the form of lower distribution costs, reduced inventory, improved customer service and increased availability to working capital. The company provides Global 2000 companies with a range of supply chain solutions, including supply chain engineering, supply chain management technologies and outsourced logistics services.
Evans Distribution Services, headquartered in Melvindale, Mich., was founded in 1929 as the Central Detroit Warehouse Company. It has evolved into a full-service warehousing, packaging and transportation third-party logistics provider serving the automotive, manufacturing, beverage and chemical industries. The company employs more than 200 associates, the majority of them located in Michigan. Evans also operates full-service facilities in Suffolk, Va., and Devens, Mass.