Connecticut's XPO Logistics, a leading global forwarder, has been recognised by Whirlpool Corporation for the quality of the service provided by its intermodal business.

XPO was named Intermodal Carrier of the Year at the Whirlpool 2015 Integrated Supply Chain Partner meeting in St Joseph, Michigan.

"We're delighted to be recognised by Whirlpool, a premier shipper and highly valued global customer of XPO," said XPO intermodal chief Paul Smith, reported the American Journal of Transportation.

"This award affirms the intense commitment that our intermodal team brings to the Whirlpool relationship every day," he said.

Said Whirlpool vice president Jim Keppler: "XPO Logistics has consistently performed for our Integrated Supply Chain in cost, capacity and service. We appreciate their extraordinary efforts with intermodal transportation."