Newark, NJ — Today, PLM Fleet, along with American Trucking Associations and the entire trucking industry, is beginning a weeklong celebration of the millions of professional truck drivers who deliver America’s freight safely and securely every day.

“Drivers are essential to the refrigerated supply chain. PLM Fleet appreciates their resilience and commitment to the transportation industry — their work ensures that critical temperature-sensitive goods reach their destinations safely and efficiently.,” said Jerry Keane, VP and General Manager, of PLM Fleet. “National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is a dedicated time to recognize the vital role truck drivers play in our economy and daily lives. These professionals demonstrate exceptional dedication, perseverance, and determination as they navigate our nation’s highways. At PLM, we proudly honor their contributions and thank them for the hard work they put in every day to keep the supply chain moving.”

Celebrated annually, this year’s National Truck Driver Appreciation Week runs from September 14-20. Professional truck drivers always step up when they are needed most and power our economy forward despite facing unprecedented obstacles.

PLM Fleet is celebrating the week by distributing gifts and goodies to drivers at our local branches as a token of appreciation.

There are nearly 3.6 million professional truck drivers nationwide– delivering the essential goods our families rely on – from food to fuel to medicine to clothing. The hard-working men and women behind the wheel safely transport more than 11 billion tons of goods and products every year, which account for nearly 73% of America’s total annual freight. Eighty percent of U.S. communities depend solely on trucking to deliver goods.

This year, PLM Fleet asks you to join us and ATA in recognizing the significant contributions our professional truck drivers make to our lives. Their efforts contribute greatly to our quality of life and truly move America forward.

About PLM Fleet, LLC

PLM Fleet® is the largest nationwide, technology-driven company dedicated to refrigerated trailer leasing, renting and cold supply chain solutions. Located in the state-of-the-art fleet solutions center in Newark, NJ, PLM Fleet has 35 locations nationwide and over 15,000 refrigerated trailers. Visit plmfleet.com to review all the financing, technology and services that help our customers improve fleet lifecycle efficiencies and cost savings in the cold supply chain.