Trucking industry says APL terminals the best, coast-to-coast

Bi-state award is fourth in two years from Los Angeles and New Jersey carriers

Port Newark, NJ, 19 September, 2007 - For the fourth time in two years, a major port truckers’ association has honored global containership leader APL for outstanding terminal management in the U.S. The latest recognition comes from the Port Newark, NJ-based Association of Bi-State Motor Carriers.

Bi-State truckers this month named APL's South Kearny, NJ, container terminal the Best Off-Pier Terminal serving the ports of New York and New Jersey. It was the second time in two years the association has presented the award to APL.

"We're grateful for the recognition," said Mike Noone, APL Vice President and Managing Director of the Eastern Region. It's well-earned recognition for the team we've assembled and testimony to their customer commitment."

The tribute extends a pattern of coast-to-coast recognition for APL terminal excellence. In 2005 and 2006, the California Truckers' Association named APL's Global Gateway South the Fastest and Best Overall Marine Terminal at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

The awards are significant, coming from two of the nation's largest and most important trucking organizations. And they reflect APL's terminal-operating philosophy which emphasizes port trucker satisfaction.

"When truckers come through our gate, they are our customers,' pointed Noone. "That means we've got to treat them well and get them back on the road quickly."

APL's South Kearny terminal is situated near the major New York and New Jersey marine terminals and adjacent to a major Kearny rail ramp. It's considered one of the most efficient terminals in the port area. Truckers spend on average only 26 minutes to conduct a dual transaction – delivery and pick-up.

About APL

APL is a global container transportation business offering more than 60 weekly services and nearly 300 calls at more than 90 ports in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas. It combines world-class intermodal operations with leading edge IT and e-commerce. APL is a unit of Singapore-based Neptune Orient Lines (NOL), a global logistics and transportation company. APL Web site: www.apl.com.