Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ:FWRD) ("Forward" or the "Company") today announced it has been named on USA TODAY's list of America's Climate Leaders 2026. Presented by USA TODAY and Statista, the annual list recognizes companies that have achieved a significant reduction in core emissions intensity.

"This recognition reflects Forward Air's commitment to and progress towards promoting an economically, socially and environmentally sustainable future," said Shawn Stewart, President and Chief Executive Officer of Forward Air. "It is our responsibility to create an environment that prioritizes safe and sustainable operations inside and outside our doors, and we are extremely proud of our teams for investing in that work."

Forward recently improved its CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) score from a "B-" in 2024 to a "B" in 2025. This achievement was based on the continuous implementation of emissions reduction initiatives and the completion of a verified audit on company Greenhouse Gas Inventory for FY 2024 activity.

"Over the past several years, we have reduced per capita energy and fuel consumption, expanded our emissions tracking efforts and advanced our carbon reduction programs," shared Mason Payne, Director of Corporate ESG. "We will continue our important work to offer our customers and partners reliable, lower-carbon transportation options."

Additional details about Forward Air's comprehensive sustainability programs and achievements are outlined in its 2025 Sustainability Report.

The full list was published on April 20, 2026, and is available on usatoday.com.

About Forward Air Corporation

Forward Air is a leading asset-light provider of transportation services across North and South America, Europe and Asia. We provide expedited less-than-truckload services, including local pick-up and delivery, shipment consolidation/deconsolidation, warehousing, and customs brokerage by utilizing a comprehensive national network of terminals. In addition, we offer truckload brokerage services, including dedicated fleet services, and intermodal, first and last-mile, high-value drayage services, both to and from seaports and railheads, dedicated contract and Container Freight Station warehouse and handling services. Forward also operates a full portfolio of multimodal solutions, both domestically and internationally, via Omni Logistics. Omni Logistics is a global provider of air, ocean and ground services for mission-critical freight. We are more than a transportation company. Forward is a single resource for your shipping needs. For more information, visit our website at www.forwardaircorp.com.

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Forward Air Awarded on USA TODAY's America's Climate Leaders 2026 List