PLS donates over $32,000 to the American Red Cross for Hurricane Harvey and Irma Relief


CRANBERRY TWP., Pa., Sept. 19, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PLS Logistics Services, a leading 3rd party logistics provider, announced a donation of over $32,000 for the American Red Cross hurricane relief. The money was raised through employee, customer, and company contributions.

The initiative began following the devastation from Hurricane Harvey, directly hitting the PLS Houston office and expanded to include relief for Hurricane Irma. PLS Logistics teamed up with the American Red Cross and GoFundMe to raise money for the affected communities.

PLS Logistics Services in Tampa, Jacksonville, and Houston are up and running following the hurricane devastation.  PLS is pleased to report all employees in the affected zones are safely accounted for. 

“We are grateful to all our hardworking employees in the affected areas who worked remotely and tirelessly to minimize supply chain disruptions,” said President & CEO Greg Burns, “I also want to thank all our employees and customers who contributed to our fundraising campaign on behalf of the Red Cross.”

About PLS Logistics Services

PLS Logistics Services is a leading provider of logistics management, brokerage, and technology services for shippers across all industries. PLS handles millions of loads annually across all major freight modes: flatbed, van, LTL, rail and barge, air and ocean. The PLS carrier network consists of over 40,000 pre-qualified trucking companies along with Class-1 railroads and major barge companies. PLS has been recognized as a top 25 freight brokerage firm. To learn more visit www.plslogistics.com.

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