Union Pacific was named the 2011 Provider of the Year by Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics Vehicle Services Americas Inc. UP also received WWL's 2011 Provider Recognition Award for Rail Services for best service of all railroad carriers. The award is a formula-based assessment of transit commitment, actual damage-free delivery and a quarterly survey.
It is the second year in a row Union Pacific won both awards.
"I am very proud to be a part of the award-winning automotive team at Union Pacific," said Linda Brandl, Union Pacific vice president and general manager - Automotive. "Receiving the Provider of the Year Award again from WWL, the primary North American logistics provider for Nissan vehicles, is a great honor for all of the Union Pacific employees who work hard every day to deliver great service. Our goal is to anticipate our customers' needs and continue to add value."