Target's Middle Mile team has awarded Ruan the 2024 Middle Mile Yard Provider of the Year award. Ruan currently operates three yard locations for Target in Southern California and provided top-tier yard solutions throughout 2024. These solutions included a dedicated fleet of yard drivers and customized services that supported Target's commitment to delivering seamless shopping experiences to millions of customers. Target recognized Ruan for its outstanding performance, strong partnership, clear and proactive communication, and adaptability. Ruan also provides Dedicated Contract Transportation solutions with a dedicated fleet for Target, giving the opportunity to work seamlessly and efficiently in these yard locations with an established fleet of drivers. In 2024, the Ruan team has gone above and beyond by providing pop-up yard solutions and resources in additional locations for Target in Sacramento, CA, Bakersfield, CA, and Topeka, KS, to assist with increases in volume that their provider in those areas was needing assistance in.
"Congratulations to Ruan for being named Yard Provider of the Year 2024. Their outstanding performance, proactive communication, and unwavering support across multiple sites have been invaluable to the Target team, and we appreciate the partnership in all areas of the Middle Mile space. Ruan’s relationship with Target showcases what value can be gained by true partnerships. Thank you, Ruan team," said Tisha Jacobsma, Logistics Director - Sourcing and Backhaul at Target.
Building on the outstanding performance that earned Ruan this award, two of our team members were also recognized with "All Star" awards by the Target team. Brian Beets and Lionel Abarca consistently go above and beyond to serve the Target team, ensuring their business needs are met—especially during unexpected surges and seasonal peaks that are time-sensitive and critical to the success of a retail logistics operation.
"We are incredibly proud to be recognized by Target as the 2024 Middle Mile Yard Provider of the Year. This award is a direct reflection of the dedication, flexibility, and commitment our teams bring every day to support one of the most respected retail brands in the world. From our established operations in Southern California to our responsive yard solutions in Sacramento, Bakersfield, and Topeka, our focus remains on delivering value through partnership, precision, and people.
A special congratulations to Brian Beets and Lionel Abarca on their well-deserved "All Star" recognition—your efforts exemplify the standard of excellence we strive for at Ruan. We are grateful for the trust Target has placed in us and look forward to building on this strong foundation in the years ahead," said Jeremy Carmichael, Vice President Operations at Ruan Transportation Management Systems.
