The Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation (PVH) has named USF Red Star, a regional carrier unit of USFreightways, 2001 Zone Carrier of the Year. It is the second consecutive year for USF Red Star to be honored.
"This award is designed to recognize those companies that provide first-rate service to our corporation and contribute to the overall improvement of deliveries to our retail outlet stores," said Art Heffner, Executive Vice President, Logistics Services Phillips-Van Heusen. "We never lose sight of the fact that our success is due to the hard work and dedication of our associates and business partners," added Mr. Heffner. Phillips-Van Heusen is one of the world's highest profile brand clothier and footwear makers.
The recipient of this prestigious award is determined by a number of carefully selected criteria, including on-time service, OS&D reporting, terminal efficiency and adherence to company policies and procedures. USF Red Star's performance received the highest marks of any carrier in meeting Phillips-Van Heusen stringent service standards.
"It is an enormous compliment that our valued clients at Phillips-Van Heusen have rewarded our efforts. We work hard to maintain relationships based on responsiveness to our customers' needs," said Brad Jones, President of USF Red Star. "Being named Zone Carrier of the Year for two consecutive years is a truly appreciated honor for all of us at USF Red Star," Mr. Jones continued.
Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation is an apparel and footwear company, with worldwide outlets. Its roster of brands includes Bass, Van Heusen, Izod, Geoffrey Beene, DKNY, Arrow, Kenneth Cole New York, amongst others. For more information, www.pvh.com.
USF Red Star provides next-day and second-day transportation service throughout 16 eastern and southern states, the District of Columbia, and two Canadian provinces, using its network of 34 strategically located terminals.
