Peterbilt recently celebrated a major milestone with the delivery of its 100,000th Model 567, which was presented to WM (Waste Management) at the company’s Denton, Texas manufacturing facility.
WM is a long-standing fleet customer that has depended on Peterbilt trucks for performance, safety and reliability, according to a statement from the company.
The Model 567 is a versatile vehicle designed for robust heavy- and severe-duty configurations. It offers maximum durability, fuel efficiency and uptime for all applications, including refuse, the company said.
“Reaching the 100,000th Model 567 milestone is a major achievement and we’re proud to recognize WM as the recipient of this special truck,” said Jake Montero, Peterbilt general manager and PACCAR vice president. “WM’s trust in Peterbilt highlights our ability to deliver tailored solutions that meet the unique business needs of our customers.
"“The 100,000th Model 567 delivery reflects manufacturing excellence and a legacy of class and outstanding performance Peterbilt is known for."
The recipent of the milestone truck praised Peterbilt and Rush Refuse Systems, which has played a critical role in supporting WM’s fleet business.
“We’re honored to accept the 100,000th Peterbilt Model 567,” said Todd Poste, vice president of Supply Chain and chief procurement officer at WM. “Our partnership with Peterbilt and Rush Refuse Systems has been instrumental in helping us deliver on our mission of environmental responsibility and operational excellence. We look forward to continuing this relationship as we drive toward a more sustainable future."
Southeastern names Lexington manager
Southeastern Freight Lines, a provider of regional less-than-truckload transportation services, Wednesday announced Arthur Parker has been appointed to service center manager in Lexington, Kentucky.
Parker began his career at the West Atlanta service center in Georgia as a part-time freight handler. Throughout his nine years with Southeastern Freight Lines, he has held several other positions, including management trainee, outbound and inbound supervisor, inbound operations manager, pickup and delivery operations manager and, most recently, assistant service center manager in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
“Arthur has served Southeastern for nearly a decade, consistently fostering a positive culture, building meaningful relationships and delivering exceptional results while upholding our company values at the highest standard,” said Jason Hood, regional vice president of operations for Southeastern Freight Lines. “He is known for his dedication and natural leadership ability, and I’m confident he will lead with integrity, passion and heart – driving even greater success for our Lexington service center.”
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