ATA gives ten 55-gallon drums of hand sanitiser to eight states for truck drivers on the road

As professional truck drivers continue serving on the frontlines during the COVID-19 crisis, American Trucking Associations (ATA) has partnered with Protective Insurance Company to expand the availability and supply of hand sanitizer to truckers along major US freight corridors. 

ATA and member-company ABF Freight are hauling ten 55-gallon drums of hand sanitiser, purchased by Protective Insurance, for distribution in eight states, where drivers will be able to refill their personal supplies at no cost.

Drums are now in place at locations in Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania and New Jersey, with the remaining load in transit for delivery.

ATA President and CEO Chris Spear, said: “Crossing the bridge from crisis to recovery hinges on the integrity of our supply chain and its ability to keep moving. Protecting America’s truck drivers, and ensuring they can stay safe and healthy while on the road, is paramount. While we continue to work with federal agencies on the strategic distribution of PPE, we’re also taking our own initiative—partnering with industry allies—to build supply networks for drivers to tap into.” 

Jeremy Johnson, CEO of Protective Insurance, added: “As drivers remain behind the wheel, delivering the essentials of life around the country, travel centers, truckstops and distribution centers remain open to support these drivers. Helping supply sanitizer to keep everyone heathy and safe is one small way we can support the transportation industry and say thank you for everything you’re doing.”

For more information visit www.trucking.org

11th May 2020