MHEDA MVP award 2026

Atlantic Forklift Receives Prestigious Industry Award

For Immediate Release

January 26, 2026

Atlantic Forklift Services
Corporate Headquarters
Charlotte, NC 28269
704-816-8960

For More Information Contact
Lauren Jarman
Vice President

Charlotte, NC, January 26, 2026 Atlantic Forklift Services has been awarded the prestigious MVP (Most Valuable Partner), for the first time, for its outstanding achievements in 2025 by their industry trade association, The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA).

The MVP Award is a coveted accolade within the industry, with fewer than 10% of MHEDA’s member organizations earning this distinction. Atlantic Forklift Services continued recognition as an MVP within the industry underscores a commitment to excellence, professionalism, and responsible stewardship in the business world.

To qualify for the annual MVP Award companies must provide evidence of their commitment to their partners in business including their customers, employees, and suppliers. They must satisfy criteria in the following important areas:

  • Industry Advocacy
  • Customer Service & Safety Practices
  • Business Networking
  • Continuing Education
  • Business Best Practices

“The MHEDA MVP Award is especially meaningful because it recognizes values we live by, not just results,” said Keith Driscoll, President of Atlantic Forklift Services. “We’ve built this company around integrity, continuous improvement, and putting people first, and this recognition belongs to every member of our team who strives every day to be the noticeably best for our customers.

“Earning MHEDA’s highest honor, the MVP Award is a significant achievement that speaks directly to a company’s genuine dedication. It is a clear testament to their commitment to professional excellence, their partners, and continually improving the value they bring to the entire material handling community.” – Darin Boik, 2026 MHEDA Chairman.

About MHEDA:

The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) is the premier trade association dedicated to serving all segments of the material handling business community. MHEDA represents over 500 companies in the material handling equipment business. Located in suburban Chicago, the association provides services to companies seeking to improve their business through education, networking, benchmarking and best practices. For more information, visit www.mheda.org.

About Atlantic Forklift Services:

Celebrating over 10 years of exceptional customer service, Atlantic Forklift Services is a leader in providing and servicing the best material handling equipment in the industry.

They provide customers with innovative solutions that optimize the efficiency of their material handling fleet. Atlantic Forklift Services understands that handling materials in the supply chain should be more than material handling. By utilizing their unparalleled experience and industry best practices they are able to evaluate equipment utilization and recommend practical strategies to enhance its effectiveness and reduce overall cost.

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For additional information about Atlantic Forklift Services, visit the company’s website at www.atlanticforkliftservices.com or call 704-816-8960.