For Immediate Release

LTC's Stillwater Terminal Receives
Marathon Ashland's Carrier of Choice Award

Indianapolis, IN (March 2007).  LTC's Stillwater, MN terminal was presented with the Runner Up Carrier of the Year Award for the Silver Division of MAPLLC based on safely delivering approximately 65 million gallons of petroleum and ethanol in 2006. The total number of loads delivered to handle this volume was 8,125. The Silver Division is awarded to carriers who handle between 50 and 100 million gallons. Carriers over the 100 million gallon minimum are awarded Gold status.
 
LTC Stillwater currently controls SSA inventory at 28 locations and regularly provides backup delivery service to Marathon throughout the Minnesota retail market. Inbound ethanol transportation is provided on an "as needed" basis.
 
The Runner Up Carrier Award was a result of Safety, Service, and Compliance with all MAPLLC delivery requirements and is the direct result of the focus, dedication, and excellent service of the entire Stillwater, MN staff.

LTC's President, Lanny Wilhelm said "I know that Marathon Petroleum has a very tough grading scale, so I also know first hand the efforts that had to be expended to reach this plateau.  Thank you and congratulations on this remarkable achievement.  Your hard work and dedication not only made this recognition possible, but positions Stillwater for a solid future in this highly competitive market."