Awards and Recognitions

ArcBest was selected as a 2026 Top 100 Trucker by Inbound Logistics, recognizing our ability to help customers adapt to changing supply chain demands through integrated logistics solutions, dependable service and innovative technology.  

ArcBest and our LTL carrier ABF Freight won 2026 Quest for Quality Awards from Logistics Management for being among the top transportation and logistics service providers setting the standard for service excellence. ArcBest was named in the Household Goods & High-Value Goods Carriers category for the 5^th time and the Expedited Motor Carriers category (Panther) for the 10th time. ABF was named in the Expedited Motor Carriers category for the ninth time. 

ArcBest was recognized as a 2026 Great Supply Chain Partner by SupplyChainBrain. The annual list recognizes logistics providers that deliver measurable value for customers through solutions and services that improve efficiency, service and overall supply chain performance.  

ArcBest was named to the America’s Best Employers for Women list by Forbes for the second consecutive year. This recognition is based on independent employee feedback and highlights our efforts to create opportunities for women across our organization and support their growth as professionals and leaders throughout their careers.  

ArcBest ranked No. 6 in Arkansas and No. 1 in the Transportation and Logistics category on the 2026 America’s Best Employers by State list by Forbes. This award highlights the positive workplace we’ve created through benefits, management style, flexibility, career advancement opportunities and more. 

ArcBest ranked No. 754 on the TIME Best Companies of 2026 list. The recognition honors leading U.S. companies based on employee satisfaction, financial strength and sustainability transparency. 

ArcBest was recognized as one of Inbound Logistics’ 75 Green Supply Chain Partners for the 15th time. The annual list highlights logistics companies that demonstrate exceptional environmental stewardship, sustainable operations and a commitment to reducing their environmental impact.

ArcBest ranked No. 14 on the 2026 Top For-Hire Carriers list by Transport Topics based on company revenue, employee totals and equipment counts.

ArcBest was recognized as a 2026 Most Admired Company in the trucking company category by Arkansas Money & Politics. Nominated by online readers, the company was selected for its performance across criteria, including innovation, brand awareness, outstanding people and social responsibility. 

ArcBest’s LTL carrier ABF Freight was named a 2026 Preferred Carrier by project44. This award recognizes our strong data quality and network performance, powered by our partnership with project44 and backed by real-time reliability and visibility.

ArcBest ranked No. 43 on the Top 100 Logistics Companies list and No. 19 on the Top Freight Brokerage Firms list by Transport Topics in 2026. These lists are produced based on companies’ annual gross revenue and also include information on employee data and freight solutions offered.

ArcBest earned the Fort Smith area 2024-2025 United Way Chairman’s award for the highest total giving during the 2025 campaign year, reflecting our commitment to making a difference in our communities through corporate pledges and employee fundraising.

ArcBest is one of America’s Best Employers for Company Culture for the second consecutive year according to Forbes and Statista. The 2026 recognition highlights our people-first approach of treating employees with fairness and respect, listening to their feedback and empowering them to take initiative and develop new ideas.

ArcBest’s LTL carrier ABF Freight earned the ATA Excellence in Security Award for a record 12th time, becoming the only carrier to earn this many wins and receive this honor three consecutive years. The award is a testament to our sustained leadership in security practices and protecting our employees, customers’ freight, facilities and equipment.  

ABF previously received the award in 2024, 2023, 2019, 2016, 2015, 2011, 2009, 2007, 2005, 2004 and 2001. 

ArcBest received the Idemitsu Outstanding Supplier Award for the second consecutive year. The award recognizes our expertise as a trusted, collaborative partner, delivering integrated supply chain solutions that scale with customer growth.