06/2010 Transport America Supports a Great Cause, the MS150 Bicycle Race

 Eagan, Minn. — (June 2010) — For the 16^th year in a row, Transport America Inc. was involved in the Minnesota MS 150 bicycle race, which took place June 12 and 13 and featured more than 3,000 riders. Transport America provided 19 tractors and trailers to transport bikes and supplies from the metro area (White Bear Lake) to the start of the ride (Proctor, MN). Company drivers volunteered their time to drive the trucks and two independent contractors donated both their time and equipment. Fourteen company drivers, two Owner-Operators, nine operational support staff and two race participants joined to support the cause. 

“I had the opportunity to see the event first hand this year by participating as a rider. I really appreciate all of the support and effort that goes into making this event such a great success,” says Keith Klein, executive Vice President and COO of Transport America. “It is an absolute honor to work with a group of people willing to donate their time and talent to such a worthy cause.” 

About Transport America  
Transport America began operations in 1984. The company provides a wide range of truckload carriage and logistics services in various lengths of haul in the United States, parts of Canada and Mexico. Transport America serves as an integral part of the distribution system of many of its major customers. The principal categories of freight hauled by the company are department-store merchandise, home and office furniture, grocery, industrial, consumer, paper products, and expedited services. 

Learn more about Transport America by visiting www.transportamerica.com