Arnold Transportation Services Named Carrier of the Year

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. recently recognized Arnold Transportation Services as the recipient of the company’s annual “Rising Star Carrier of the Year” award.
“Arnold Transportation Services provided outstanding service for Wal-Mart in 2004,” said Tracy Rosser, Vice President of Wal-Mart Corporate Traffic. “It is our pleasure to recognize their associates for commitment to quality and customer service. Their great support throughout 2004 has ultimately allowed us to better serve our customers.”

This year, Wal-Mart recognized twelve carriers for their outstanding service in their respective categories. Some of those categories included Small Package Carrier of the Year, Grocery Carrier of the Year, LTL Carrier of the Year and Innovative Carrier of the Year.

“I am proud to accept this award on behalf of all the drivers and associates at Arnold Transportation,” said Mike Walters, President / CEO of Arnold. “Through an extremely challenging time in our industry, Wal-Mart has shown a strong commitment to Arnold Transportation. Wal-Mart has helped us become a stronger company.”

Selection criteria for the award included revenue/growth, ease of doing business, communication, flexibility, customer service and follow-up/correction of errors.
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. operates Wal-Mart Stores, Supercenters, Neighborhood Markets and SAM'S CLUB locations in the United States.  The company operates in Argentina, Brazil, Canada, China, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Germany, Guatemala, Honduras, Japan, Mexico, Nicaragua, Puerto Rico, South Korea and the United Kingdom. The company's securities are listed on the New York and Pacific stock exchanges under the symbol WMT.  Online merchandise sales are available at www.walmart.com. Press releases and other Wal-Mart facts are available at www.walmartfacts.com.

Arnold Transportation, based in Jacksonville, Florida, offers dedicated, regional and over the road opportunities. To learn more about Arnold Transportation, call 1-877-605-7891. Drivers living in AR, KS, LA, MS, OK or TX should call 1-877-214-2785. Apply online at www.drive4arnold.com.

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