Bento Aguiar, McLaughlin Transportation Systems, Nashua, Mass., an agency of Mayflower Transit, has been honored as a Mayflower “Van Operator of the Year.” Announcement of the recognition, conferred as part of van line’s annual awards program, was made by Mayflower CEO Richard H. McClure.

Aguiar was one of eight honorees among 8,400 eligible van operators. He was recognized for achievement in Mayflower’s household goods continental fleet.

According to McClure, Aguiar qualified for the award by meeting a wide range of criteria, including claims prevention, adherence to van line policies and procedures, achievement of an exceptional safety record, and overall superior performance, as reflected by compliments received from customers.

In the past year, Aguiar drove 68,047 miles with low cargo claims, no preventable accidents, no out-of-service infractions, and no moving violations. He also achieved a 98.4 percent overall customer service rating. He has been recognized as a Mayflower van operator of the month in the past.

As Van Operator of the Year, Aguiar received a cash award, an engraved plaque, a ring denoting his accomplishment, and a specially designed jacket.

Mayflower Transit, with headquarters in suburban St. Louis, is one of the nation’s largest household goods movers and maintains a global network of 600 affiliated agencies. More information about Mayflower Transit and its services can be obtained through Mayflower’s Web site at www.mayflower.com.