Posts Categorized: Logistics
Interstate earns EPA SmartWay certification for thirteenth year in a row
April 7, 2016
Interstate Distributor shines in EPA’S Smartway program
A member of the EPA’s SmartWay program since 2004, Interstate Distributor continues to stand out in its commitment to the environment
Interstate is committed to being an environmentally friendly transportation company. In the past three years we have made investments to upgrade our line haul tractor fleet with 2010 and newer emissions clean air engines. Our trailer fleet is on a planned upgrade process, which includes technologies such as automated tire inflation system and aerodynamic side skirts installed on all new trailers and specific trailers in our existing fleet. Not to mention 100% of our refrigerated fleet is compliant with California Air Resource Board (CARB) requirements.
In addition to meeting state and federal emissions requirements, we continue to test and invest in green initiatives by equipping our entire fleet with low rolling resistant fuel efficient tires. We partner with Eco-Lube and use recycled engine oil to service our fleet. We have also tested and set engine parameters to optimize fuel economy and reduce engine idle time.
At Interstate, we strive to be the most efficient and green fleet in the industry and seek to continually reduce our company’s carbon footprint by conducting ongoing evaluations in fuel economy.
- Learn more about Interstate, Saltchuk’s Nationwide Trucking & Logistics business
- Read more about Interstate’s LNG fleet
- Named a Top 50 Green Fleet by Heavy Duty Trucking in 2014
Interstate to receive fleet safety award
January 26, 2016
TCA awards Interstate for safety performance in Large Carrier Division
Tacoma, WA – The Truckload Carrier Associate recognizes each year the top fleets in North America for safety performance based upon the least amount of DOT recordable accidents per million miles driven. TCA has announced that Interstate has received the 2nd place award in the Large Carrier division that run 100 million miles a year. This award is based on overall organization, training, supervision, accident investigation, inspection, equipment maintenance, outside activities and general highway safety. Scott Manthey, VP of Safety at Interstate, says “We received this award because a lot of people are doing things right.”
In the trucking industry, safety is priority, therefore being recognized for this program is our highest honor. “Striving toward becoming the Best Trucking Company in America requires being the safest fleet, first and foremost. I’m extremely proud of the effort of all our associates working together to accomplish this great performance in 2015,” stated Interstate CEO Marc Rogers.
Interstate Distributor to host “The Wall That Heals”
March 16, 2015
Tacoma, WA – Next week South Sound residents will have the opportunity to honor and remember veterans of the Vietnam War at “The Wall That Heals,” a traveling half-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington DC.
Interstate is hosting The Wall That Heals at their Tacoma headquarters Thursday, March 26th and Friday, March 27th through a partnership with the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial Fund (VVMF) and the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA).
The VVMF has a mission to honor and preserve the legacy of service and educate all generations about the impact of the Vietnam War. On Veteran’s Day 1996, the VVMF unveiled The Wall That Heals, a 250-foot replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial designed to allow communities throughout the country to honor and respect the heroes inscribed on the Vietnam Veteran Memorial Wall. The traveling installation has visited more than 400 communities and includes a mobile education center that tells the story of the Vietnam War, The Wall and the era surrounding the conflict.
“We are honored and humbled to host The Wall That Heals. Our organization employs a large number of active, reserve and retired military personnel as well as many family members who have served in the Armed Forces. It is important to us to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in keeping our great country free,” said Marc Rogers, President of Interstate.
The event will be opened on Thursday, March 26th with a formal gathering of invited guests. Members of the press are welcome to attend the event at Interstate’s terminal.
Thursday, March 26th, 11AM PDT
11707 21st Ave Ct S Tacoma, WA 98444
The Wall That Heals will be available for public viewing from 12 noon, Thursday, March 26th – 5pm Saturday, March 28th.
For more information about the events, contact Tonya Todd at 253.538.4182.
About Interstate Distributor Co
Headquartered in Tacoma, WA, Interstate Distributor Co. is a leading provider of transportation services including local, regional, refrigerated, dedicated, intermodal and transcontinental. With terminal and yard facilities located in major markets throughout the United States and Western Canada, Interstate has a national presence in the transportation industry. Established in 1933, Interstate currently employs more than 1,800 associates. For more information visit www.intd.com.
About Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund
Based in Washington, D.C., VVMF (the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund) is the nonprofit organization authorized by the U.S. Congress in 1980 to build a national memorial dedicated to all who served with the U.S. armed forces in the Vietnam War.
Since the dedication of The Wall, VVMF has pursued a mission of preserving the legacy of The Wall, promoting healing and educating about the impact of the Vietnam War. Our latest initiative is the campaign to build the Education Center at The Wall. The Education Center will show the pictures and tell the stories of those who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam, provide a rich educational experience on the Vietnam War, show some of the more than 400,000 items left at The Wall, and celebrate the values exhibited by America’s service members in all wars. For more information visit www.vvmf.org.
Terry Howard to lead Carlile
March 9, 2015
Anchorage, Alaska – Terry Howard has been promoted to President of Carlile. Howard joined Carlile in September 2013 as Director of Maintenance & Equipment and was promoted to Vice President of Operations in the fall of 2014. Howard’s expanded responsibilities as President will include setting strategic direction for Carlile’s Alaska and Lower 48 business and overseeing all operations for the company.
Howard has a distinguished career as a leader in the transportation industry, including more than 20 years of experience in fleet maintenance management. “Terry’s significant level of trucking business expertise rooted in Alaska is a tremendous asset moving Carlile forward as the company celebrates its 35th year in business in 2015,” says John Parrott, board chairman for Carlile. “His considerable customer knowledge, inclusive leadership skills and ability to find solutions to unique challenges will build upon Carlile’s reputation for innovation and solidly position Carlile into the future.”
Prior to joining Carlile, Howard held several senior level positions over a span of 18 years with Coast Crane Company, including President from 2010 to 2013. Howard’s well-rounded work history also includes five years with Alyeska Pipeline Service Company, and four and six years respectively with Construction Machinery Incorporated and McDonald Crane Industries.
“Alaska as our primary focus of business continues to be a place of growth and I am excited to carry forward the incredible legacy established by the McDonald family,” says Howard. “Leveraging Carlile’s strengths with the suite of products and services offered by the complete line of Saltchuk companies is truly a unique opportunity,” says Howard.
Founded in 1980 by brothers John and Harry McDonald, Carlile celebrates its 35th anniversary in business in 2015 as Alaska’s premier trucking company. Today with more than 300 tractors, Carlile offers a full range of transportation and logistics services. Carlile employs roughly 650 people and is based in Anchorage, Alaska, with terminals in Fairbanks, Kenai, Seward, Kodiak, Prudhoe Bay, Tacoma, Washington, Houston and Edmonton, Alberta. In 2013, Carlile became a proud member of the Saltchuk family of companies.
Interstate awarded the honor of “One of the Top 20 Fleets to Drive For”
February 3, 2015
TACOMA, WA – The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and CarriersEdge selected Interstate as one of the 2015 Best Fleets to Drive For. The 7th annual survey identifies for-hire trucking companies that provide the best workplace experiences for their drivers. Interstate was evaluated against a scoring matrix covering a variety of categories, including total compensation, health benefits, professional development, and commitment to employee personal growth, continuous improvement, annual driver turnover rate and fleet safety record.
“We are thrilled to receive this recognition. We are proud of the improvements we have made in driver compensation and have introduced some truly outstanding programs that are setting the standard of excellence in this industry. ” Marc Rogers, CEO of Interstate.
“Interstate Distributor has a lot going on, and with the highest driver satisfaction rate in their peer group those investments are obviously paying off. This may be their first time in the Top 20, but we expect that it won’t be their last.” Jane Jazrawy, CEO of Carriers Edge.
Tony, who is a team driver at Interstate, voiced that the changes he has seen over the past few years have been substantial and essential to the growth and success of Interstate and their drivers. Tony is encouraged by all the positive changes and happy to be a part of one of the best fleets to drive for.
The Top 20 fleets will be recognized formally at the upcoming TCA conference in March. Marc Rogers will represent Interstate at the conference where he will accept the award on behalf of all the employees and driving associates of Interstate.
About Truckload Carrier Association
TCA is the only national trade association whose sole focus is the truckload segment of the motor carrier industry. The association represents dry van, refrigerated, flatbed, and intermodal container carriers operating in the 48 contiguous states, as well as Alaska, Mexico, and Canada. TCA represents operators of more than 200,000 trucks, which collectively produce annual revenue of more than $20 billion, TCA is an organization tailored to specific truckload carrier needs.