CRST International names Hadland to lead STI business

Andrew Hadland has joined CRST International of Cedar Rapids as future president of its Specialized Transportation Inc. business.

Specialized Transportation Inc., acquired by CRST in 2011, offers transportation services for loads requiring special handling and equipment. Hadland will work closely with Ian Nicolson, who will retire from STI in the coming year, serving as chief operating officer and reporting to Nicolson until Nicolson's retirement.

Hadland has more than 14 years of experience in transportation and logistics, most recently as senior vice president and general manager for Exel's $700-million Managed Transportation business. He received a master of business administration degree from Imperial College, London.