Lumber Liquidators: Virginia Shipper of the Year

Lumber Liquidators (Toano, Va.) was named Shipper of the Year by The Port Authority of Virginia, according to the Virginia Gazette.

The award is given to companies committed to helping the port grow and that are dedicated to Virginia and the mid-Atlantic region. Lumber Liquidators is currently investing $60 million to "deepen its presence in the Commonwealth," including the construction of a 1 million square-foot distribution center in Henrico County, Va.

"Lumber Liquidators has always gone above and beyond to be a strong partner in helping grow The Port of Virginia," said John F. Reinhart, CEO and executive director of the Virginia Port Authority. "They have a clear commitment to the Commonwealth of Virginia and we are fortunate to have them as part of our business community."