J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. has been certified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection and the Canada Customs and Revenue Agency for participation in the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT)
and the Partners in Protection (PIP) programs.
As a certified carrier, J.B. Hunt will be able to provide enhanced border security while improving customer service by moving shipments across the border in a more efficient and safe manner.
"Safety and customer service has long been the cornerstone of our company," said Kirk Thompson, president and CEO of J.B. Hunt. "When it comes to security, we must do everything possible for our customers, employees and the citizens of the United States and Canada. Participating in the C-TPAT and PIP programs will help promote free and secure trade across the border and avoid lengthy delays for customer shipments."
The C-TPAT and PIP certifications are part of the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) initiative, shared objective by U.S. and Canadian governments to enhance the security and safety of Canadians and Americans, while enhancing the economic prosperity of both countries.
The FAST program will allow importers on the U.S./Canada border to obtain expedited release for qualifying commercial shipments.
J.B. Hunt is one of the largest transportation logistics companies in North America with annual revenues of more than $2 billion. The company operates more than 11,000 trucks and approximately 45,000 trailers and containers.
For more information about the company, visit www.jbhunt.com .