http://www.ruan.com/RSS document generatorCopyright 2013 Blue CompassBlue Compass RSS Generatorhttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=1415Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=1396The United Way of Central Iowa recently selected Ruan Transportation Management Systems as a 2013 LIVE UNITED GIVE Award recipient after the success of its 2012 campaign.Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=1343As Ruan Transportation Management Systems enters 2013, the 80-year-old company has made some key leadership changes to foster continued growth and facilitate an expansion of its Integrated Solutions services.Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=1317John Ruan III, chairman of Ruan Transportation Management Systems, Inc., was inducted in the Iowa Business Hall of Fame on Thursday, December 6. This award recognizes outstanding leaders who have made significant contributions to business and community development in Iowa.Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=1290Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=1234Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=1232Tue, 17 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=1204Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=1194Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=1192Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=1152Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=1117Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=1084Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=962David Areias Chosen From Field of 3,700 Drivers Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=961Ruan Transportation Management Systems, one of the largest privately held trucking companies in the U.S., is partnering with Fair Oaks Farms to manage its compressed natural gas (CNG) fleet in Fair Oaks, Indiana.Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=925Donohue Says the Iowa Businessman 'Possesses an unwavering commitment to free enterprise and civic-mindedness'Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=848Ruan Transportation Management Systems (RTMS) and O'Neal Steel, Inc., today announced a partnership where Ruan will become O'Neal's dedicated contract carrier, providing transportation and logistics support for the nation's largest family-owned metals service center.Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=840John Ruan III, chairman and CEO of Ruan Financial Corporation, the holding company of Ruan Transportation Management Systems (RTMS), today announced the promotion of Steven G. Chapman from chief operating officer of RTMS to president and chief executive officer. Chapman, who has been with the Ruan Companies since joining the board in 2007, was formerly the CEO of ITAGroup for 15 years.Wed, 19 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=841The John Ruan Family will be presented the Bravo Award at Bravo Greater Des Moines' sixth annual Awards Gala on Saturday, February 5, at Hy-Vee Hall in downtown Des Moines.Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=556Fifteen central-Indiana charities will be the beneficiaries of the fifth annual 40,000 Pounds of Giving sponsored by Ruan Transport Corporation's Shelbyville, IN terminal. Ruan employees spearhead the effort to gather donations of food, new toys and personal care items for holiday distribution.Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=555Last week, a Ruan Transport Corp. tractor hauling an Iowa Motor Truck Association show trailer sat parked on Locust Street, with the Ruan Center as its backdrop, as Combat Hunger volunteers filled the trailer with thousands of items to donate to the Food Bank of Iowa.Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=12The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) is pleased to announce that its 2010 Highway Angel of the Year is Shawn Hubbard, a professional driver with Ruan Transport Corporation of Des Moines, Iowa. Hubbard, who saved the life of a young man trapped inside a burning car, will be the third Highway Angel of the Year to be recognized at the uDrove® Humanitarian Bowl.Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=28For the past 27 years, Logistics Management magazine has conducted an industry-wide survey to determine the best providers of transportation services and logistics. Once again, Ruan was recognized by its peers in the survey and won the Quest for Quality award in the Bulk Motor Carriers category...Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=31Doug Quick Chosen From Field of 4,100 Drivers Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=33To celebrate Ruan Transport Corporation's philanthropic founder, Ruan employees will participate together in a variety of volunteer activities throughout July as part of Founder's Days.Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=22The U.S. Chamber of Commerce recently named John Ruan III as its vice chairman for 2010. Ruan is chairman and CEO of Ruan Transport Corporation in Des Moines, Iowa.Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=11Ruan Transport Corporation today announced that it has named Jim Mulvenna to the new position of Senior Vice President and General Manager, Dairy and Bulk Food Transport Division, based in Tulare, Calif. Mulvenna brings over 25 years of management and operational experience to this new position. Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=10John Ruan, founder of Ruan Transportation Management Systems (Ruan), passed away on February 13, 2010. Mr. Ruan was born on February 11, 1914 and died at the age of 96.Sun, 14 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=21Land O'Lakes, Inc. today donated 38,880 lbs. of LAND O LAKES® Mild Cheddar Cheese to Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin, a member of Feeding America, in the company's ongoing efforts to help alleviate hunger.Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=17After more than 35 years in the transportation industry and 11 years with Ruan Transport Corporation, Mike Kandris has retired from his role as Ruan's President - Western Division. Taking his place as Senior Vice President and General Manager of Ruan's Western Division is Jim Mulvenna, formerly Ruan's Vice President of Safety and Administration and Director of Training and Management Development.Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=34Dr. Norman E. Borlaug, the man who "saved more lives than any other person who has ever lived," has died. He was 95 years old.Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=37Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=29Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=20Sat, 01 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=23Ruan Transport Corporation will dazzle Central Iowans this July by lighting up the Des Moines skyline - not with fireworks, but with an illumination fitting of the unique Ruan building and the Ruan legacy that began in Des Moines...Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=19U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will preside over the announcement of the 2009 World Food Prize Laureate on June 11 at the State Department in Washington, D.C.Wed, 27 May 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=14Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=27What does it take to be recognized as Ruan Transport Corporation's "Driver of the Year?" How about a dedication to safety proven with a driving record of more than 2 million accident-free miles; a commitment to customer service demonstrated by clients that frequently compliment his performance; and reliability evident by an excellent attendance record.Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=13Ruan Transport Corporation has promoted Rachel McLean to Vice President of Communications and Tara Meier to Vice President of Marketing.Tue, 20 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=16Ruan Transport Corporation, one of America's leading commercial carriers, recently received a merit award from Johnson Controls, Inc. (JCI) for employee efforts to improve quality and customer satisfaction for JCI.Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=18Ruan Puts Tangible Goods into Season's Goodwill Trucking Company Rolls Out Supplies to Assist Homeless Shelters and Food PantriesWed, 10 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=36Ruan Transport Corporation's drivers are industry leaders in safety, customer service and reliability. For the first time in the company's 76-year history, Ruan is honoring one outstanding driver as the Driver of the Year. Today, Ruan is releasing the names of 138 finalists for this prestigious award. Wed, 10 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=30It doesn't have 18-wheels and a trailer, but it serves a job almost as important to Ruan Transport Corporation's clients, prospects and employees. The Ruan Web site, www.ruan.com re-launched today with new graphics, new content and a new attitude. "As a company committed to forward-thinking technology, we understand how important Ruan's Web site is for our business," says Tara Meier, Director of Marketing with Ruan. "By keeping the site fresh and updated with our latest company information, visitors can better understand our rich heritage, services, values and commitment to safety."Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=35A former Ruan Transport Corporation veteran of 22 years has rejoined the company as Vice President of Sales. Neil Runella of West Des Moines joined the Ruan sales team in September and is responsible for the company's Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska and Oklahoma territories.Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=32Ruan Transport Corporation, one of America's leading commercial carriers, is hauling water, food and other supplies for residents in hurricane Gustav-affected areas. In partnerships with FEMA and Target Corporation, Ruan will provide aid to storm-damaged communities along the Gulf Coast, including Lafayette, LA.Tue, 09 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=26As evidence of Ruan Transport Corporation's ongoing commitment to improve fuel efficiency while reducing its carbon footprint, Ruan is the newest member of the SmartWaySM Transport Partnership. Originating as an innovative collaboration between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the freight industry, the Smartway Transport Partnership was designed to increase energy efficiency while significantly reducing greenhouse gases and air pollution. Ruan, one of America's leading commercial carriers, earned the highest possible score in its application review.Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.ruan.com/article.aspx?id=24As Iowa Governor Chet Culver declared 83 of Iowa's 99 counties as disaster areas, Ruan Transport Corporation, one of America's leading commercial carriers, was already hard at work, among the many companies displaying grassroots corporate citizenship during a time of need. Ruan has remained on a roll of goodwill, assisting customers and individuals impacted by flooding and tornadoes in the Midwest in May and June. For example, over the past two months, Ruan has coordinated relief efforts to Cedar Rapids and Parkersburg, Iowa as well as to Shelbyville, Indiana and Manhattan, Kansas.Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT