For More Information Contact: Customer Service Phone: 800-765-7242		PRESS RELEASE February 28, 2007
Saia Wins Lowe's 2006 Platinum Team, Program Development Awards
Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA), has been presented with the "2006 Platinum Team Award" by Lowe's Companies, Inc for exceeding four service performance indicators. It is the highest award the carrier has earned from the home improvement giant since they began their successful partnership. Saia also earned a "2006 LTL Outstanding Program Development Award" at the annual Lowe's awards held in January. Saia was one of a few carriers to take away multiple awards from the ceremony, hosted by Lowe's, the country's second largest home improvement retailer and #42 on the Fortune 500. "Saia demonstrates a commitment to customer service that is unrivaled in the industry," said Saia Senior V.P. of Operations & Sales Tony Albanese. "It was a great day for Saia and these two awards are validation of our ongoing effort to become a Best In Class carrier." Albanese said companies such as Lowe's view Saia as a strategic partner in their logistics plan now and for the future. He also recognized individual Saia employees who were key to the success of the Saia and Lowe's partnership, which led to the awards. "We are very excited about the partnership we have developed with Lowe's and appreciate this service recognition," said Albanese following the award presentation ceremonies. "The relationship between Lowe's and Saia has made us a better carrier. Together, Lowe's and Saia have found solutions to improve the service we offer them for their business and is a testament to our ability to overcome any obstacle to provide industry-leading service." 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 Duluth, Ga. and a network of 151 terminals, Saia employs 8,500 people. For more information on Saia, Inc., visit www.saia.com.