AAT Carriers, a Covenant Logistics Group company, has been awarded the 2025 NDTA Corporate Distinguished Service Award by the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA). This prestigious honor is presented annually to NDTA corporate members that demonstrate exceptional service and meaningful contributions to the Association’s mission of advancing global transportation, logistics, and national defense readiness.

The NDTA Corporate Distinguished Service Award recognizes companies that actively support NDTA’s goals through consistent engagement in local chapter activities, participation in national committees, and involvement in NDTA-hosted forums, conferences, and professional development events. AAT Carriers was selected for its long-standing partnership with the defense logistics community and its continued support of NDTA’s mission across multiple levels of the organization.

AAT Carriers earned this award through its sustained commitment to operational excellence, reliability, and service to government and defense partners. The company’s disciplined approach—supported by highly trained, professional driver teams and a strong culture of safety—ensures consistent, dependable performance across complex transportation needs. In addition to its operational capabilities, AAT contributes to NDTA initiatives by sharing industry expertise, participating in educational programming, and maintaining an active presence within NDTA chapters nationwide.

“We are deeply honored to receive the NDTA Corporate Distinguished Service Award,” said Kevin Gaither, Vice President & General Manager of AAT Carriers. “This award reflects the dedication of our entire team—drivers, operations staff, and support personnel—who demonstrate professionalism and readiness in everything they do. Supporting NDTA’s mission and the broader defense community is central to who we are as an organization.”

Leaders across Covenant Logistics Group echoed the significance of this recognition.

“AAT Carriers exemplifies the values and commitment that define Covenant’s approach to service,” said Rob Coffman, SVP, Expedited Operations. “Their partnership with NDTA and their consistent performance highlight the impact that disciplined, values-driven organizations can have on the national transportation and logistics community.”

About Covenant

Covenant Logistics Group, Inc., through its subsidiaries, offers a portfolio of transportation and logistics services to customers throughout the United States. Primary services include asset- based expedited and dedicated truckload capacity, as well as asset-light warehousing, transportation management, and freight brokerage capability. In addition, Transport Enterprise Leasing is an affiliated company providing revenue equipment sales and leasing services to the trucking industry. Covenant's Class A common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol, “CVLG.”

About AAT Carriers

AAT Carriers specializes in secure, high-risk, high-value, and time-sensitive transportation solutions that serve government, defense, and commercial clients. With a nationwide logistics network, elite team-driver capacity, and rigorous operational standards, AAT delivers mission-critical freight with precision and reliability.

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