U.S. Xpress Celebrates 15 Years as a U.S. EPA SmartWay Transport Partner
June 10 2019 - 11:30AM
Business Wire
U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE: USX) (the ‘Company’), the
nation’s fifth largest asset-based truckload carrier by revenue,
celebrates 15 years as a SmartWay Partner. Launched in 2004, the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) SmartWay program helps
companies advance supply chain sustainability by measuring,
benchmarking, and improving freight transportation efficiency.
For the second consecutive year, U.S. Xpress ranked in the top
20 percent of SmartWay carriers, producing 16 percent less smog in
2018 as compared to 2017. The Company has also been recognized with
two SmartWay Excellence Awards for their industry-leading
efficiency and contributions to clean air. Each year carriers
submit emissions performance data to SmartWay for review to qualify
as an official partner.
“Our 15-year relationship with SmartWay is a testament to U.S.
Xpress’ commitment in environmentally responsible operations,”
commented Eric Fuller, President and CEO of U.S. Xpress. “This
partnership is one way we support sustainability initiatives that
are important to our professional drivers, customers, and
community.”
“U.S. Xpress knows that partnering with SmartWay is good for
business, people and the environment,” said Cheryl Bynum, Director
of EPA’s SmartWay. “By partnering with us, U.S. Xpress is
demonstrating their commitment to sustainability through cleaner,
lower carbon goods movement.”
Since 2004, SmartWay Partners have saved 215.4 million barrels
of oil, $29.7 billion in fuel costs, and 103 million tons of air
pollutants, the equivalent of eliminating annual energy use in more
than 14 million homes.
U.S. Xpress’ solutions-oriented culture, combined with the
latest computer simulation research, has allowed the Company to
reduce pollutants year-over-year. U.S. Xpress’ energy efficient
alterations include an emission control system, fuel-efficient
tires, aerodynamic devices, an engine controller-based fuel
incentive program, road speed limit policies, as well as a true GPS
dual-mode satellite communications system.
About U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc.:
Founded in 1985, U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc. is the nation's
fifth largest asset-based truckload carrier by revenue, providing
services primarily throughout the United States. We offer customers
a broad portfolio of services using our own truckload fleet and
third-party carriers through our non-asset-based truck brokerage
network. Our modern fleet of tractors is backed up by a team of
committed professionals whose focus lies squarely on meeting the
needs of our customers and our drivers.
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