Wreaths Across America (WAA) has recently celebrated 17 of its transportation partners, honoring them as members of the prestigious “Honor Fleet” for their remarkable commitment of 10 or more years of service.
The Honor Fleet is crucial in transporting millions of veterans’ wreaths nationwide every year. These wreaths are delivered to over 4,900 locations, including the revered Arlington National Cemetery. In 2024 alone, an impressive 739 loads of wreaths were transported by 397 trucking companies, exemplifying the scale and impact of their contribution.
Trucking Partners Driving a Noble Mission
Transportation partners are the backbone of WAA’s annual wreath-laying ceremonies. According to WAA, the honorees are recognized for their unwavering dedication, generosity, and relentless commitment to honoring veterans and their families.
This year’s honorees include:
- Abilene Motor Express
- Jetco Delivery
- Hirschbach Motor Lines
- Boyd Grain Inc.
- Big G Express
- Knight Transportation
- Classic Carriers
- Leonard’s Express
- Hoekstra Transportation, LLC
- Convoy Systems LLC
- Paul MH Sagehorn LLC
- Hampton Roads Moving & Storage
- Total Transportation of Mississippi
- Heartland Express
- Waste Masters Solutions
- B. Hunt
- Matrix Expedited Service
Recognizing a Meaningful Contribution
“Many of our partners donating their time each year are veterans themselves, including the professional drivers hauling the loads,” shared Courtney George, Director of Transportation and Industry Relations for Wreaths Across America. “Professional drivers and carriers that join WAA’s Honor Fleet have the desire to do something meaningful to honor veterans and their loved ones, and many say that Wreaths Across America provides a way for them to do that.”
WAA’s mission is a testament to the impact that the transportation industry can have in bringing communities together, demonstrating the deep gratitude and respect owed to our nation’s veterans. These partnerships are not only meaningful efforts to honor veterans but also a source of pride for the carriers involved.
Source: Truckers News
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