J.B. Hunt Named One of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune Magazine for 12th Time
J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT), one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, was recently named to Fortune’s annual list of the World’s Most Admired Companies for the 12th time in company history.
“J.B. Hunt is always searching for new ideas that fuel our growth and better serve our employees and customers,” said Shelley Simpson, president at J.B. Hunt. “This recognition showcases the talent and hard work of our 37,000-plus employees to create exceptional value for our customers, and we’re excited for the opportunities we have this year to deliver on our commitments to them.”
To determine this year’s recipients, Fortune collaborated with global management consulting firm Korn Ferry to conduct a survey of corporate reputations. Executives, directors, and analysts were asked to rate enterprises in their own industry based on a set of criteria including investment value, quality of management and products, social responsibility and its ability to attract talent. Those named to the list were selected from 645 companies and ranked in the top half of its industry survey. The complete rankings are available on the Fortune website.
About J.B. Hunt
J.B. Hunt’s vision is to create the most efficient transportation network in North America. The company’s industry-leading solutions and mode-neutral approach generate value for customers by eliminating waste, reducing costs and enhancing supply chain visibility. Powered by one of the largest company-owned fleets in the country and third-party capacity through its J.B. Hunt 360°® digital freight marketplace, J.B. Hunt can meet the unique shipping needs of any business, from first mile to final delivery, and every shipment in-between. Through disciplined investments in its people, technology and capacity, J.B. Hunt is delivering exceptional value and service that enable long-term growth for the company and its stakeholders.
J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. is an S&P 500 company and a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average. Its stock trades on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol JBHT. J.B. Hunt Transport Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of JBHT. The company’s services include intermodal, dedicated, refrigerated, truckload, less-than-truckload, flatbed, single source, last mile, transload and more. For more information, visit www.jbhunt.com.