J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. Wednesday honored 54 drivers in for achieving 2, 3, 4 and 5 million miles without a DOT-reportable preventable accident. The recognition took place at the company’s headquarters in Lowell, Arkansas during the annual Million Mile celebration, which marked the program’s 30th anniversary.
The annual Million Mile celebration brought together the newest class of Million Mile drivers and their families for a multi-day experience that included time with company leadership, and recognition moments.
Drivers and their families were welcomed by company leaders, thousands of employees, investors and customers as they arrived at corporate headquarters to walk the Million Mile Walk of Fame. The celebration also created time for drivers and leaders to share best practices and carry lessons learned back to the road.
J.B. Hunt has recognized more than 5,000 company drivers who have achieved at least 1 million safe miles. This year’s group also included four drivers who achieved 4 million safe miles and one who achieved 5 million, milestones reached by only a small number of elite drivers.
All Million Mile drivers’ names were etched into the Million Mile Wall at corporate headquarters. On average, it took a driver approximately 7–10 years to achieve 1 million safe miles.
“You can tell a lot about a company by what it chooses to celebrate, and year after year our Million Mile celebration is our biggest opportunity to recognize the drivers who set the standard for safety,” said Nick Hobbs, chief operating officer for J.B. Hunt. “Multimillion-mile achievements are earned one decision at a time through preparation, disciplined habits and the judgment to do the right thing on every trip, in every condition, without exception. We are proud to recognize this class of drivers and their families, and as a company we will keep strengthening the support that helps everyone get home safely.”
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