ARL Network Recognized for Excellence in Hurricane Relief Support

We pride ourselves on being a transportation provider that delivers not just freight, but reliability, resilience, and unwavering commitment—especially when it matters most. That commitment was put to the test in the wake of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, two devastating storms that left a trail of destruction across the southeastern United States.

In recognition of our efforts, ARL Network has been honored with the Recognition of Excellence Award for our vital role in hurricane relief support, working alongside Ardmore Logistics to assist Duke Energy in the rapid restoration of power to millions of people.

Hurricane Helene & Hurricane Milton: A Critical Need for Transportation Support to Restore Power Grids

On September 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene made landfall as a Category 4 storm, unleashing 140 mph winds and leaving catastrophic flooding, widespread power outages, and significant infrastructure damage across Florida and the Carolinas. Just two weeks later, Hurricane Milton struck near Siesta Key, Florida, bringing 120 mph winds and compounding the devastation with additional flooding and power loss.

Among the hardest-hit areas were Duke Energy’s electric distribution circuits, where thousands of utility poles were broken, substations were destroyed, and millions of customers were left without power. The road to recovery required a massive, coordinated logistics effort to transport critical materials and equipment where they were needed most—and fast.

ARL Network’s Role in Rapid Power Restoration

In the midst of this crisis, ARL Network mobilized our expertise and resources to safely transport essential materials from manufacturing and storage facilities to staging sites and distribution centers, ensuring that restoration crews had what they needed to rebuild and reconnect power as quickly as possible.

Thanks to this joint effort between ARL Network, Ardmore Logistics, and Duke Energy, the results were nothing short of remarkable:

? Power was restored to nearly all affected customers just 10 days after Hurricane Helene—even in the most devastated areas.

? 99% of customers affected by Hurricane Milton had power restored within 7 days.

This level of efficiency in back-to-back hurricane recovery efforts is a testament to the power of strategic logistics, rapid response, and collaboration.

Honored to Make a Difference

Receiving the Recognition of Excellence Award for our relief efforts is an honor, but the real reward was being able to make a difference when it was needed most. Our work in disaster relief logistics is about more than just moving freight—it’s about helping communities recover, supporting first responders, and ensuring that critical infrastructure is restored as quickly as possible.

We extend our gratitude to Ardmore Logistics for their partnership, to Duke Energy for their trust in our ability to deliver, and to our entire ARL Network team for their hard work and dedication.

Prepared for the Next Challenge

Natural disasters are unpredictable, but our commitment to reliability, safety, and efficiency remains constant. Whether it’s emergency response, power restoration, or delivering critical materials under extreme conditions, ARL Network is ready to rise to the challenge—no matter what comes next.