"Inbound Logistics readers have always been concerned about supply chain sustainability. After all, they are seeking to better align demand to supply through the most efficient use of corporate resources. The companies selected as this year's 25 Green Supply Chain Partners, including Toyota, have a long-standing history of driving efficiencies in their customers' operations and an internal commitment to be as lean and green as possible," explained Felecia Stratton, editor, Inbound Logistics.

The Green 25 feature is designed to provide decision support for Inbound Logistics’ readers seeking to do business with sustainable providers. To be eligible for the ranking, companies must provide logistics service with an emphasis on eco-friendly solutions. The listing includes 25 companies, which are categorized based on the services provided.

“Toyota is honored to be named to the first Green Supply Chain Partners Top 25 list,” said Brett Wood, president of Toyota Material Handling USA Inc. “Environmental leadership has been a core philosophy for Toyota for many years from research on fuel cell and hybrid lift truck solutions to achieving a zero-landfill status at our Indiana manufacturing plant Toyota Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Inc. This award acknowledges the hard work and dedication of our associates and dealers.”

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