For More Information Contact: Saia Corporate Communications Phone: 770-232-4069		PRESS RELEASE March 1, 2010
Saia Reduces Transit Times from Atlanta to Norfolk, Va. Area
JOHNS CREEK, GA - March 1, 2010 - Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA) has reduced transit times from the company's Atlanta, Ga. service area to Norfolk, Va., and surrounding communities, effective immediately. In recent months, because of the reduced transit times, customers have received a one-day delivery improvement on freight moving between almost 1.1 million ZIP code pairs. "Reduced transit times help shippers further streamline their supply chains," said Saia President and CEO Rick O'Dell. "Businesses can improve their order fill rate, thus making them more competitive." Transit time reductions were made possible because of continued network optimization, allowing for more direct moves. In 2009, Saia surpassed its 97% on-time service goal. In addition to this achievement, we attained 98% service in our intra-state lanes. About Saia, Inc. Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA) is a less-than-truckload provider of regional, interregional and guaranteed services covering 34 states. Saia is home to the industry-leading Xtreme Guarantee product, which guarantees total customer satisfaction from pick-up through invoicing. Saia offers complete North American coverage through partner agreements. With headquarters in Johns Creek, Ga., and a network of 147 terminals, the carrier employs 7,200 people. For more information on Saia, visit the Saia Website at www.saia.com. For more information, contact: Jeannie S. Jump Saia Corporate Communications Coordinator Phone: 770-232-4069 · E-mail jjump@saia.com