Less than truckload shipping

Old Dominion Freight Line Grows Service Center Network with Nine New or Expanded Facilities

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Monday, February 8, 2021
Trucking, Transport, Logistics, Supply chain management, Freight transport, Old Dominion Freight Line, Transport, Less than truckload shipping, Old Dominion, Cargo, Supply chain management, Economy

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (Nasdaq: ODFL) expands its network by adding nine service centers in new and existing markets.

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  • Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (Nasdaq: ODFL) expands its network by adding nine service centers in new and existing markets.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210208005476/en/
    Old Dominion Freight Line's McDonough, Georgia service center is one of nine of the Company's newest facilities.
  • Investment in our service center network is a hallmark of Old Dominions long-term strategic plan, said Chip Overbey, senior vice president of strategic planning.
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    About Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.
    Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is a leading, less-than-truckload (LTL), union-free motor carrier providing regional, inter-regional and national LTL services through a single integrated organization.

Roadrunner Freight Announces Significant Expansion of Network with New Service Centers in Chicago, Philadelphia and Riverside, California

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Thursday, July 16, 2020
Freight transport, Transport, Less than truckload shipping, Trucking industry in the United States, Cargo, Roadrunner, Human activities, Supply chain management

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., July 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Roadrunner Freight, a leading national less-than-truckload (LTL) service provider, announces the expansion of its network with new service centers in Chicago, Philadelphia and Riverside, California.

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  • DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., July 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Roadrunner Freight, a leading national less-than-truckload (LTL) service provider, announces the expansion of its network with new service centers in Chicago, Philadelphia and Riverside, California.
  • The three new facilities will add169dock doors into the Roadrunner Freight network and will further enhance the company's top-quality LTL service offering across the nation.
  • "These network changes are part of a broader effort within Roadrunner Freight to significantly invest in service," said Frank Hurst, President of Roadrunner Freight.
  • The facility spans 93,000 square feet with 139 dock doors and will also house Roadrunner Freight corporate functions, including Linehaul, Safety and Human Resources.

Forward Air Corporation Announces New LTL Service in Savannah, Georgia

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Monday, July 13, 2020
Other Transport, Trucking, Logistics, Supply chain management, Air, Transport, Freight transport, Less than truckload shipping, Trucking industry in the United States, Organic growth, Business, Economy

Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ: FWRD) (the Company or Forward) is executing a growth strategy that involves organic infrastructure investments as well as acquisitions of complementary businesses.

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  • Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ: FWRD) (the Company or Forward) is executing a growth strategy that involves organic infrastructure investments as well as acquisitions of complementary businesses.
  • Today Forward announced an organic growth initiative and it will now offer less-than-truckload (LTL) service in Savannah, Georgia.
  • Forward LTL will initially operate from the Companys Final Mile facility in Savannah and will evaluate the future need for a separate location based on growth.
  • With this expansion, Forward begins a larger journey to grow and evolve its LTL network to broader market coverage beyond its airport-to-airport footprint.

Old Dominion Freight Line's Second Quarter 2020 Conference Call On The Internet

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Thursday, July 2, 2020
Freight transport, Old Dominion Freight Line, Transport, Economy of the United States, NASDAQ, Less than truckload shipping, Economy, Cargo

THOMASVILLE, N.C., July 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (Nasdaq:ODFL) announced today that it plans to release its second quarter 2020 financial results before opening of trading on Thursday, July 30, 2020.

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  • THOMASVILLE, N.C., July 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (Nasdaq:ODFL) announced today that it plans to release its second quarter 2020 financial results before opening of trading on Thursday, July 30, 2020.
  • The Company will also hold a conference call to discuss its financial results and outlook at 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) on Thursday, July 30, 2020.
  • An online, real-time webcast of Old Dominion's quarterly conference call will be available at www.odfl.com on Thursday, July 30, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Time).
  • Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is a leading, less-than-truckload ("LTL"), union-free motor carrier providing regional, inter-regional and national LTL services through a single integrated organization.

Holland Recognized as 2019 Preferred LTL Carrier of the Year by Total Quality Logistics

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Thursday, June 25, 2020
Logistics, Systems engineering, YRC, Freight transport, Articles, Business, Humans, Less than truckload shipping

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., June 25, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (NASDAQ: YRCW) Holland has been recognized as 2019 Preferred LTL Carrier of the Year by Total Quality Logistics, which connects its customers with shipping needs and carriers that have available capacity and service offerings.

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  • OVERLAND PARK, Kan., June 25, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (NASDAQ: YRCW) Holland has been recognized as 2019 Preferred LTL Carrier of the Year by Total Quality Logistics, which connects its customers with shipping needs and carriers that have available capacity and service offerings.
  • Total Quality Logistics made the award based on market share, on-time percentage, claim percentage and technological integration capabilities.
  • Im grateful to our employees who work hard to deliver on our promise of quality, fast and reliable LTL next-day service.
  • Collectively,YRC Worldwidecompanies have one of the largest, most comprehensive logistics and LTL networks inNorth Americawith local, regional, national and international capabilities.

project44 Establishes the First Global Preferred Carriers Program

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Thursday, June 11, 2020
Software, Internet, Data management, Trucking, Technology, Maritime, Logistics, Supply chain management, Transport, Freight transport, Less than truckload shipping, Business, Economy, Human activities, Truckload shipping, Third-party logistics

project44 , the global leader in advanced visibility for shippers and logistics service providers, today announced the industrys first Global Preferred Carriers Program .

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  • project44 , the global leader in advanced visibility for shippers and logistics service providers, today announced the industrys first Global Preferred Carriers Program .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200611005018/en/
    The industrys first Global Preferred Carriers Program evaluates and recognizes less-than-truckload and truckload carriers in the project44 network that have demonstrated excellence in performance and commitment to shipment visibility across multiple loads.
  • project44 Preferred Carriers include 9 LTL carriers in North America and 320 truckload carriers, including Top200 in Europe, Top100 in North America, and Top20 in Latin America.
  • By introducing the first global Preferred Carriers program, we want to help the entire transportation ecosystem drive more operational efficiencies and delivery excellence within the entire supply chain.

YRC Worldwide Provides Quarter-To-Date Operating Data for Second Quarter 2020

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Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Freight transport, Transport, YRC, Reddaway, New Penn, Cargo, Less than truckload shipping, Human activities, Economy, MIQ Logistics

YRC Worldwide Inc., headquartered in Overland Park, Kan., is the holding company for a portfolio of less-than-truckload (LTL) companies including Holland , New Penn , Reddaway , and YRC Freight , as well as the logistics company HNRY Logistics .

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  • YRC Worldwide Inc., headquartered in Overland Park, Kan., is the holding company for a portfolio of less-than-truckload (LTL) companies including Holland , New Penn , Reddaway , and YRC Freight , as well as the logistics company HNRY Logistics .
  • Collectively, YRC Worldwide companies have one of the largest, most comprehensive logistics and LTL networks in North America with local, regional, national and international capabilities.
  • Through their teams of experienced service professionals, YRC Worldwide companies offer industry-leading expertise in flexible supply chain solutions, ensuring customers can ship industrial, commercial and retail goods with confidence.
  • Please visit our website at www.yrcw.com for more information.

Saia Provides Second Quarter LTL Operating Data

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Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Freight transport, Saia, Less than truckload shipping, Transport, Human activities, Truckload shipping

JOHNS CREEK, Ga., June 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA), a leading transportation provider offering multi-regional less-than-truckload (LTL), non-asset truckload, expedited and logistics services, is providing LTL shipment and tonnage data for the first two months of the second quarter.

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  • JOHNS CREEK, Ga., June 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA), a leading transportation provider offering multi-regional less-than-truckload (LTL), non-asset truckload, expedited and logistics services, is providing LTL shipment and tonnage data for the first two months of the second quarter.
  • In April2020, LTL shipments per workday declined16.2%, LTL tonnage per workday declined 12.9% and LTL weight per shipment increased 4.0% to 1,335 pounds compared to 1,284 pounds in April2019.
  • In May2020, LTL shipments per workday declined9.2%, LTL tonnage per workday declined 8.8% and LTL weight per shipment increased 0.4% to 1,292 pounds compared to 1,287 pounds in May2019.
  • Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA) offers customers a wide range of less-than-truckload, non-asset truckload, expedited and logistics services.

Old Dominion Freight Line Provides Update for Second-Quarter 2020

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Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Trucking, Rail, Transport, Other Transport, Freight transport, Old Dominion Freight Line, Transport, Less than truckload shipping, Cargo, Old Dominion, Supply chain management, Trade, UPS Freight, Truckload shipping

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (Nasdaq: ODFL) today reported certain less-than-truckload (LTL) operating metrics for May 2020.

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  • Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (Nasdaq: ODFL) today reported certain less-than-truckload (LTL) operating metrics for May 2020.
  • Greg C. Gantt, President and Chief Executive Officer of Old Dominion, commented, Old Dominions revenue results for May reflect the significant decline in the domestic economy as well as a decrease in fuel surcharge revenue.
  • While economic uncertainty continues, we are encouraged by the gradual improvement in our daily revenue trend throughout the month of May.
  • Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is a leading, less-than-truckload (LTL), union-free motor carrier providing regional, inter-regional and national LTL services through a single integrated organization.

PQ Group Holdings Announces Election of Susan F. Ward to Board of Directors

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Friday, May 29, 2020
Packaging, Chemicals, Plastics, Other Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Freight transport, Saia, Less than truckload shipping, LSO, Audit committee, Business, Companies, Corporations

Prior to her tenure at UPS, Ms. Ward spent 10 years at Ernst & Young in Assurance Services.

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  • Prior to her tenure at UPS, Ms. Ward spent 10 years at Ernst & Young in Assurance Services.
  • Susan is a talented and insightful professional who brings a wealth of experience to our Board and our Audit Committee, said Belgacem Chariag, Chairman, President and CEO of PQ.
  • I am looking forward to getting to work with my fellow Board members and the management team at PQ.
  • She also serves on the board of directors and audit committee of Saia Inc., a leading carrier that provides less-than-truckload (LTL), truckload, distribution and consolidation and logistics services.