DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Univar Solutions LLC (“Univar Solutions” or “the Company”), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today announced the recipients of its annual Carrier Awards, recognizing transportation solution providers that demonstrate outstanding performance, partnership and commitment to safe, reliable service across North America.
Presented during the Company’s annual carrier recognition event, the awards celebrate carriers whose service excellence help Univar Solutions keep essential chemicals and ingredients moving for customers and suppliers. Honorees are selected for their strong performance in areas such as safety, on-time delivery, responsiveness, capacity support, data connectivity and overall customer experience.
“Reliable transportation is essential to how we serve our customers and suppliers every day,” said Rob McRae, Vice President of Transportation, North America for Univar Solutions. “This year’s award recipients consistently showed what strong carrier partnerships look like—operating safely, communicating clearly and bringing practical solutions that help us deliver with confidence in a dynamic supply chain environment.”
As Univar Solutions continues to deliver on its commitment to reliability through safety, service and expertise, the annual Carrier Awards recognize partners across key transportation categories, including regional, bulk, truckload and less-than-truckload (LTL) service.
The Most Valuable Partner award is presented annually to the carrier that goes above and beyond to support Univar Solutions and its customers through exceptional service, creative problem solving and a strong commitment to partnership.
The 2026 MVP Carrier: Addison Transportation
The 2026 Award Segment Winners
- Connected Carrier of the Year – For Outstanding Performance in Status Event Compliance: Barto Trucking
- Always On Time Award – For Outstanding Performance in On-Time Delivery: Southeastern Freight Lines
- ChemCare East Region Carrier of the Year: Freehold Cartage
- ChemCare West Region Carrier of the Year: Steve Forler
- ITS Carrier of the Year: Roar Logistics
- Canada East Region Carrier of the Year: Soobz Transport
- Canada West Region Carrier of the Year: T.E.A.M.S Transport
Honorable Mentions – Excellence in Service and Partnership
- Superior Excellence in Service and Partnership:
- R & L Transport
- James J Williams Bulk Service Transport
- Roughrider
- Old Dominion Freight Line
- SAIA
- Hazpro Transportation
- Oak Harbor Freight Lines
- Reliable Liquid Transport
- Dixon Bros.
- Excellence in Service and Partnership:
- Highway Transport
- Apex Logistics
- Ross Express
- PITT OHIO
- A. Duie PYLE
- Quality Carriers
- Harms Pacific Transport
- Midcork Transport
- Quest Liner
“We are grateful for the dedication of our carrier network and proud to recognize this year’s award winners,” said Travis Vedral, Senior Director of Transportation, Systems and Strategies for Univar Solutions. “Their focus on safe operations, disciplined execution and responsive service strengthens the experience we provide to customers and suppliers. Congratulations to each honoree and thank you for helping us raise the standard for transportation performance.”
About Univar Solutions
Univar Solutions is a leading global specialty chemical and ingredient distributor representing a premier portfolio from the world’s leading producers. With one of the industry’s largest private transportation fleets and technical sales force, unparalleled logistics know-how, deep market and regulatory knowledge, formulation and recipe development, and leading digital tools, the Company is well-positioned to offer tailored solutions and value-added services to a wide range of markets, industries, and applications. While fulfilling its purpose to help keep communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe, Univar Solutions is committed to helping customers and suppliers innovate and focus on Growing Together. Learn more at univarsolutions.com.
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