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Averitt promotes Mason to regional vice president of operations for NC and SC

By Averitt on Feb 10, 2017 12:00:00 AM

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — Averitt Express recently promoted Fort Mill, S.C. resident Larry Mason to regional vice president of operations.

As part of his new role, Mason will oversee operations in North Carolina and South Carolina for the transportation company.

“Larry brings a wealth of experience from across the industry to the table,” said Richard King, Averitt’s vice president of operations. “That experience, combined with his versatility and drive, make him the perfect fit to help us move forward in our North Carolina and South Carolina region.”

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Averitt Express associates team up to give more than 4,000 hours of community service

By Averitt on Feb 10, 2017 12:00:00 AM

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — Averitt Express associates recently teamed up to provide more than 4,000 hours of community service as part of its annual 40 for 40 Community Challenge.

During the event – which began five years ago to commemorate Averitt’s 40^th anniversary – each facility across its network is encouraged to donate 40 hours of service to various charitable causes from October 1 through December 31. In 2016, Averitt associates set a company record by serving 4,002 hours, with 66 facilities giving to numerous efforts such as clothing, food and toy drives, blood donations and more.

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Averitt Express awarded SMC3 Alliance Award for work with PITT OHIO and SalonCentric

By Averitt on Jan 25, 2017 12:00:00 AM

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Averitt awarded Flag of Freedom honor for commitment to hiring veterans

By Averitt on Jan 12, 2017 12:00:00 AM

ST. LOUIS, MO. – The Missouri Division of Workplace Development recently recognized Averitt Express for its commitment to hiring military veterans, presenting Averitt with the Flag of Freedom honor as part of its Show-Me Heroes program.

More than 20 percent of Averitt’s current associates have served in the U.S. military. Additionally, Averitt has pledged to add 1,200 more veterans to its team by 2020.

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Averitt Releases 2017 “State of The North American Supply Chain” Survey Results

By Averitt on Jan 9, 2017 12:00:00 AM

More than 2,000 shippers provide insight to 2016 challenges and 2017 strategies

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Averitt Named As Most Recommended LTL Provider By Shippers In Mastio Study

By Averitt on Dec 16, 2016 12:00:00 AM

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. – Mastio & Company, an independent research agency that specializes in the LTL industry, recently honored Averitt Express as its 2016 overall Mastio Net Promoter Score Award winner, as well as its Inter-Regional Carrier Award winner.

Mastio & Company interviewed more than 2,000 major shippers to identify carriers that excel in meeting their customers’ needs for its 12^th annual LTL Carrier Customer Value/Loyalty Benchmarking Study. The interviews allowed customers to gauge carriers on a number of attributes, including quality of performance, pricing and customer service.

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Averitt Contributes $10,000 To Red Cross For East Tennessee Relief Effort

By Averitt on Dec 5, 2016 12:00:00 AM

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. – In response to the recent wildfires and tornadoes in East Tennessee, Averitt Express associates have contributed $10,000 to the American Red Cross to help the relief efforts in that area.

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Averitt Announces Enhanced Tuition Reimbursement Package

By Averitt on Nov 18, 2016 12:00:00 AM

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. (November 18, 2016) – As part of its continuing efforts to support up-and-coming professional drivers, Averitt Express recently enhanced its tuition reimbursement package for those who choose to begin their career with Averitt.

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Averitt Earns Recognition from Tennessee Trucking Association

By Averitt on Nov 16, 2016 12:00:00 AM

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. (November 16, 2016) – The Tennessee Trucking Association has awarded Averitt Express with the 2016 Clean Diesel Award and the 2016 Fleet Safety Award.

The Clean Diesel Award recognizes organizations that take action to improve air quality through clean diesel actions. Averitt has been recognized for its ability to reduce air pollution through fuel efficiency efforts and carbon emissions reduction. This is Averitt’s third consecutive year winning this award.

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