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  PRESS RELEASE
April 21, 2008
Saia Quality Manager to Present at ACC Annual Conference

Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA) is pleased to announce that Quality Manager Cindy Emmons will present at the 2008 Responsible Care® Conference & Expo on Monday, April 28.

Emmons has over 25 years in the transportation industry with ten years of experience in management system implementation. Her presentation will offer conference attendees advice and insight on what they can expect during the certification process and how they can better prepare to make the process a success.

Emmons spearheaded Saia's most recent certification efforts. At present, nine Saia facilities have been certified RC14001® during the first phase of the company's planned certification process.

RC14001® combines the requirements of both implementing the Responsible Care Management System and the International Standards Organization (ISO) 14001:2000 certification. It builds on the ISO standard and stipulates meeting 27 additional requirements. Saia's decision to pursue the RC14001® demonstrates their dedication to both social and corporate responsibility.

The 2008 Responsible Care® Conference & Expo celebrates 20 years of the American Chemistry Council's (ACC) Responsible Care® initiative which is aimed at advancing the safe and secure management of chemical products and processes. Based in Arlington, Va., the ACC is the leading organization for chemical producers in the United States. To learn more, visit www.americanchemistry.com.

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 152 terminals, the carrier employs 8,200 people. For more information on Saia, visit the Saia Web site at www.saia.com.