Inbound Logistics Again Recognizes ArcBest Companies ABF Freight and Panther Premium Logistics on Annual List

FORT SMITH, Ark., Sept. 17, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- ArcBest Corporation^SM (Nasdaq: ARCB) is pleased to announce that two of its companies — ABF Freight^SM and Panther Premium Logistics® — have been named to Inbound Logistics' Top 100 Truckers list for 2015.

Each year, Inbound Logistics editors select the best transportation providers by carefully evaluating submitted information and online research, conducting interviews with truckers and shippers, and comparing that data to the magazine's readers' growing motor freight and logistics challenges.

"We're honored that ABF Freight and Panther Premium Logistics are once again included on this prestigious list," said Judy R. McReynolds, ArcBest president and CEO. "At ABF Freight, Panther and all the ArcBest companies, our employees go above and beyond every day to solve complex logistics challenges."

Inbound Logistics is a leading monthly trade magazine targeted toward business logistics and supply chain professionals.

"This year was challenging, as always, for the editorial team as they had to select 100 trucking leaders from more than 200 companies that submitted their credentials," said Felecia Stratton, editor of Inbound Logistics.

ABF Freight and Panther Premium Logistics, along with the complete list of the Top 100 Truckers, appear in the September 2015 issue.

ABOUT ABF FREIGHT

ABF Freight^SM operates the core less-than-truckload network for North American shippers of all sizes who value quality and an exceptional experience. Our customers know we'll find a way to deliver superior regional and long-haul LTL solutions, including best-in-class trade show, white-glove, expedited and time-critical services. With easy access through a single point of contact to a broad array of logistics services at our sister companies, we meet all supply chain needs.

ABOUT PANTHER PREMIUM LOGISTICS

Panther Premium Logistics® is one of the best-known providers of premium logistics services including time-sensitive, mission-critical and white-glove deliveries. We solve the toughest shipping and logistics challenges our customers face through our global network of owner-operators and partners specializing in ground, air and ocean shipping. It's no wonder several important industry segments rely on Panther, including automotive, manufacturing, life sciences, government, high-value products, electronics, chemicals and energy.

ABOUT ARCBEST

ArcBest Corporation^SM (Nasdaq: ARCB) solves complex logistics and transportation challenges. Our companies and brands — ABF Freight^SM, ABF Logistics^SM, Panther Premium Logistics®, FleetNet America®, U-Pack® and ArcBest Technologies — apply the skill and the will with every shipment and supply chain solution, household move or vehicle repair. ArcBest finds a way. For more information, visit arcb.com, abf.com, pantherpremium.com, fleetnetamerica.com and upack.com. ArcBest Corporation^SM. The Skill & The Will^SM.

SOURCE ArcBest Corporation