Dallas, TX - (Market Wire) – Central Freight Lines, Inc. is a leading LTL carrier and one of the largest intrastate carriers in Texas. With 65 terminals, a great environment for Company and Owner Operator Drivers, and over 80 years of experience in the business, Central Freight sets its goals high and achieves them everyday.
The Texas Motor Transportation Association (TMTA) recently announced that Central Freight is the winner of the Truck Safety Contest – Line Haul, in the Intercity – Over 20 Million Miles Class. TMTA bases this prestigious award on performance in the following categories: Safety Program Organization; Employee Driver/Independent Contractor Selection Procedure; Training; Supervision; Accident Investigation; Inspection & Maintenance of Equipment; and Outside Activities & General Highway Safety.
VP of Line Haul at Central, Phil Nelms, said, “We are deeply honored to be recognized for our safety practices. It is an indication to our entire team that our efforts to improve our internal processes are paying off, as well as our continued emphasis of ‘safety first’.”
“Our Line Haul drivers have the experience and capabilities to provide safe and first class service every day,” Tom Briggs added, VP of Operations.
To learn more about this award and all the great programs and benefits Central Freight offers, please contact Bill Wilson, VP of Human Resources/Risk Management, at (972) 579 4111.
Congrats on this award! This is a very great accomplishment for the trucking industry. The impressive part is that after 80 years, you're still aiming to improve methods of safety and skill. Keep up the good work-
Posted by: Derek | November 04, 2009 at 10:59 AM