J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc., based in Lowell and one of the largest supply-chain solutions providers in North America, celebrated its 65th anniversary on Monday by ringing the Nasdaq opening bell in New York City.
Founded in 1961 by J.B. and Johnelle Hunt, the company has grown from a small trucking operation into a global industry leader.
“Sixty-five years is more than a milestone. It reflects the discipline, resilience and commitment of the people who have built J.B. Hunt and continue to move us forward,” said Shelley Simpson, president and chief executive officer at J.B. Hunt. “Our business has changed many times, but our standard has not: take good care of our people, who take good care of our customers and that takes care of our business. The same spirit of innovation and adaptability that brought us here continues to guide the people building our future today.”
J.B. Hunt has expanded from its trucking roots to develop a broad portfolio of transportation and logistics capabilities, from pioneering intermodal transportation to investing in technology and a mode-neutral approach.
“As the industry continues to evolve, our responsibility is to keep adapting, investing and finding better ways to create value,” Simpson said. “That’s the work our teams are doing every day, and it’s what positions us for the opportunities ahead.”
Company leaders, including Simpson and longtime employees, including drivers, maintenance technicians and office employees, represented the company during the Nasdaq ceremony.
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