Averitt has once again been recognized as a Green Supply Chain Partner by Inbound Logistics for 2024. This is the 14th year that the transportation and supply chain solutions provider has received this prestigious recognition since the program started.
The annual “G75” list by Inbound Logistics highlights 75 logistics and transportation companies that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to sustainable operations, significantly reducing their environmental impact as well as that of their customers.
“We are thrilled to receive this recognition for our sustainability initiatives,” said Barry Blakely, Averitt’s president and chief operating officer. “Our team is committed to being a responsible corporate citizen and dedicated to enhancing the environmental efficiency of our operations. Lessening the ecological footprint of our customers’ supply chains remains a top priority for Averitt.”
Averitt employs a diverse range of eco-friendly technologies across its fleet and facilities, advocates for environmental efficiency and recycling among its associates, and pursues smarter fuel and energy usage to decrease its carbon footprint.
Averitt is a founding member of the Environmental Protection Agency’s SmartWay® program and a member of the Solar Energy Industries Association. Since joining SmartWay®, Averitt has:
- Cut CO2 emissions by 36%
- Decreased nitrogen oxide emissions by 84%
- Saved over 5.4 million gallons of diesel fuel
To learn more about Averitt’s environmental responsibility initiatives, visit Averitt.com/Sustainability.
About Averitt
Serving shippers for over 50 years, Averitt is a leading provider of freight transportation and supply chain management solutions with an international reach of over 100 countries. Averitt's “Power of One” service structure provides shippers access to LTL, Truckload, Dedicated, Distribution & Fulfillment, and Integrated services that cover every link in the supply chain. Averitt’s team has been awarded the highest honors in the industry in the past year, including five Quest for Quality Awards, numerous customer awards, and a No. 1 overall ranking in MASTIO & Company’s shipper survey. Averitt's 8,500+ associates are dedicated to delivering the most reliable services within the industry and promoting a company culture centered around people, communities, sustainability, and giving back. For more information, call 1-800-AVERITT (283-7488) or visit Averitt.com.
