J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. Named to Inbound Logistics Magazine’s Top 10 & Top 100 Third-Party Logistics Provider Li...

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT) announced today the company has again been named a top 10 third-party logistics (3PL) provider in Inbound Logistics Top 10 3PL Excellence Awards. J.B. Hunt ranked eighth overall in the list revealed in the July issue of the magazine. J.B. Hunt is also included in the magazine’s list of top 100 3PL providers.

“We’re excited companies and customers across the country recognize the effort J.B. Hunt puts into ensuring our business offerings serve their needs. Being named one of the country’s top 10 logistics providers by Inbound Logistics and our customers is an honor,” explained Shelley Simpson, CMO and president of integrated capacity solutions and truckload. “It’s gratifying to know our customers are receiving excellent service and exceptional logistics solutions from us each day.”

Each year, Inbound Logistics magazine lists the winners of this significant Top 10 3PL award based on votes from subscribers, industry insiders, 3PL customers, and magazine staff. Voters consider logistics providers for recognition based on many criteria, including customer service. This is the seventh consecutive year J.B. Hunt has received this prestigious ranking.

Providers included in the top 100 3PL list are vetted by publication editors through survey analysis, phone interviews, and online research. The final list reflects the best of the best – high-performance providers that offer a broad range of services and solutions.

“As a leader in the transportation industry, J.B. Hunt provides companies across the country with top-notch service and innovative logistics solutions. Earning recognition on these lists reflects J.B. Hunt is committed to serving its customers and meeting their needs,” commented Felecia Stratton, editor Inbound Logistics.

About J.B. Hunt

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc., a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 Company, focuses on providing safe and reliable transportation services to a diverse group of customers throughout the contiguous United States, Canada, and Mexico. Utilizing an integrated, multimodal approach, the company provides capacity-oriented solutions centered on delivering customer value and industry-leading service.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. stock trades on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol JBHT and is a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average. J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of JBHT. For more information, visit www.jbhunt.com.

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J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.Carrie Johnson, 479-361-7710Communications Manager