The strength of the Expeditors Asia network was severely tested during the U.S. West Coast port lockout. Our customers turned to us to keep their supply chains moving when demand was strongest and supply of space was limited. All our staff put in extraordinary efforts, long hours and the energy to make sure our customers’ freight kept moving. Through constant communica- tion and creative solutions, we made certain that every possible advantage was implemented. Strong customer satisfaction scores validated our ability to head off these complex challenges. Expeditors’ customers would never expect anything less. 15 expd 02