PECO Pallet recognizes top-performing carriers in annual awards program

PECO Pallet, operator of one of North America’s leading pooled pallet networks serving the food, beverage and consumer packaged goods industries, today announced the winners of its 2025 Carrier of the Year awards.

Each year, PECO engages with more than 100 trucking firms providing truckload freight services across its North American network. These carriers deliver PECO’s trademark red, nine-block pallets used by shippers in dozens of industries to move goods safely and efficiently.

For 2025, Baltimore, MD-based Cowan Systems was named National Carrier of the Year, while York, PA-based Day & Ross earned Regional Carrier of the Year honors.

“Our trucking partners are key contributors in delivering a superior service experience for our customers,” said Mike Greene, PECO’s senior vice president of network planning and transportation. “This program recognizes those who consistently demonstrate exemplary performance supporting our depots and customers. We congratulate our winners and thank all our carriers for their continued excellence.”

Carriers are evaluated on performance metrics including equipment reliability, on-time delivery, invoicing timeliness, safety, data accuracy, proactive communication, and overall service quality. Additional criteria include cost-reduction initiatives, FMCSA CSA scores, and continuous improvement efforts.

PECO’s pooled pallet network advances sustainability through pallet reuse and recycling, cutting waste and minimizing the environmental impact of single-use alternatives. Operating across North America with more than 90 depots and sort facilities managing approximately 23 million pallets, PECO delivers reliable supply chain solutions for customers in the retail, agriculture, and consumer goods industries.