FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Ergon Trucking Wins National Tank Truck Carriers Safety Contest Grand Award, Named Heil Trophy Finalist
May 14, 2025
Vicksburg, Miss. — Ergon Trucking has received the Grand Award in Class 3 of the Harvison Division Safety Contest and was recognized as a finalist for the Heil Trophy — an honor presented to the best overall performer among all National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC) Safety Award winners.
The highly competitive NTTC Safety Contest honors the safest tank truck carriers and private fleets in North America. Open to all NTTC for-hire carrier and private fleet members, the contest evaluates accident frequency in mileage categories to determine Round 1 winners. These winners earn Grand, Honor and Merit distinctions, with Grand Award recipients advancing to compete for the North American Champion title in the Harvison, Sutherland and Private Fleet divisions, while also qualifying as finalists for the Heil Trophy.
“This recognition reflects the hard work and commitment of our entire team. At Ergon Trucking, safety is a shared responsibility, and we’re grateful for everyone who plays a part in helping us protect lives on the road each day,” Russ Maroney, President of Ergon Trucking.
Ergon Trucking specializes in transporting products that require rigorous handling requirements, sensitive temperature requirements, critical delivery timing and the highest safety standards. This award underscores Ergon’s structured approach to safety, including ongoing driver training, operational resources and safety campaign initiatives.
“Our goal each day is to help our drivers and employees return home safely while contributing to safer highways for everyone. This recognition belongs to them — they earned this award by committing to operate as safely as possible,” Les Merritt, Director of Safety & Compliance.
About Ergon
Ergon is a group of privately held companies that operate under three primary business segments: Energy & Specialty Solutions, Pavement & Coating Resources, and Integrated Services & Logistics, of which Ergon Trucking is a part.
For more information about the North American Safety Contest: https://www.tanktruck.org/Public/Public/Safety/North-American-Safety-Contest.aspx
Contact Information
Kathy Potts Vice President – Marketing & Communications
601-933-3000
Kathy.Potts@ergon.com
ergon.com
