NYK Logistics has named Schneider National Inc. Truckload Carrier of the Year for 2003.

This is the first time NYK Logistics presented the award recognizing truckload carriers. Donna Rich, national account manager for Schneider National, accepted the award during a ceremony held in Los Angeles earlier this year.
Schneider National was one of 12 nominees for the Truckload Carrier of the Year award. In determining the winner for 2003, NYK Logistics considered the performance of each carrier by measuring such factors as adherence to trailer pool needs and overall load turn time. NYK Logistics also considered communications, flexibility, responsiveness and customer service.
"Being named the first recipient of the NYK Logistics Truckload Carrier of the Year award is a testament to our associates' commitment to exceeding customer expectations," said Scott Arves, president, transportation, Schneider National Inc.
Schneider National is in its second year of service with NYK Logistics and provides the company with intermodal and one-way shipments.
Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Schneider National provides expert transportation and logistics solutions. For more information about Schneider, visit www.schneider.com or call (800) 558-6767.