Company honors the people and mindset that have shaped its growth through generations of change

J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (NASDAQ:JBHT), one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, today celebrates its 65th anniversary, marking more than six decades of adapting through industry change, investing in innovation and helping shape the future of transportation. Founded in 1961 by J.B. and Johnelle Hunt, the company has grown from a small trucking operation into an industry leader while remaining focused on service, operational excellence and long-term value creation for our people, customers and shareholders.

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J.B. Hunt leaders and longtime employees mark the 65th anniversary of the company at a Nasdaq Opening Bell ceremony in New York City. The group included drivers, maintenance technicians, office employees and executives whose service spans multiple decades of the company's history.

"Sixty-five years is more than a milestone. It reflects the discipline, resilience and commitment of the people who have built J.B. Hunt and continue to move us forward," said Shelley Simpson, president and chief executive officer at J.B. Hunt. "Our business has changed many times, but our standard has not: take good care of our people, who take good care of our customers, and that takes care of our business. The same spirit of innovation and adaptability that brought us here continues to guide the people building our future today."

Over the past 65 years, J.B. Hunt has expanded from its trucking roots to develop a broad portfolio of transportation and logistics capabilities. From pioneering intermodal transportation to investing in technology and a mode-neutral approach, the company has continued to evolve alongside the needs of the market while helping advance more efficient supply chains.

"As the industry continues to evolve, our responsibility is to keep adapting, investing and finding better ways to create value," Simpson said. "That's the work our teams are doing every day, and it's what positions us for the opportunities ahead."

Nasdaq invited J.B. Hunt to ring the Nasdaq Opening Bell today in New York City to mark the anniversary. Company leaders and longtime employees represented the company during the ceremony. The group included drivers, maintenance technicians, office employees and executives whose service spans multiple decades of the company's history.

About J.B. Hunt

J.B. Hunt’s vision is to create the most efficient transportation network in North America. The company’s industry-leading solutions and mode-neutral approach generate value for customers by eliminating waste, reducing costs and enhancing supply chain visibility. Powered by one of the largest company-owned fleets in the country and third-party capacity through its J.B. Hunt 360°^® digital freight marketplace, J.B. Hunt can meet the unique shipping needs of any business, from first mile to final delivery, and every shipment in-between. Through disciplined investments in its people, technology and capacity, J.B. Hunt is delivering exceptional value and service that enable long-term growth for the company and its stakeholders.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. is an S&P 500 company and a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average. Its stock trades on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol JBHT. J.B. Hunt Transport Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of JBHT. The company’s services include intermodal, dedicated, refrigerated, truckload, less-than-truckload, flatbed, single source, last mile, transload and more. For more information, visit www.jbhunt.com.

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Brittnee Davie

Vice President – Marketing

press@jbhunt.com