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PRESS RELEASE November 9, 2015 |
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| Saia LTL Freight Receives Two ATA Safety Awards | ||
JOHNS CREEK, GA Nov. 9, 2015 - Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA) announced that Saia LTL Freight has been honored with two awards for its excellent 2014 safety record. Saia drivers placed second in the "General Commodities LTL/Local Division, Over 100 Million Miles Category" and second in the "General Commodities Linehaul Division, Over 100 Million Miles Category" in the American Trucking Associations (ATA) National Truck Safety Contest. We are thrilled that our drivers were recognized for their dedication to safety - both to the safety of the freight they transport as well as to the safety of the motoring public, said Saia Director of Safety Karla Staver. The concern and expertise they exhibit while driving is truly remarkable. We are honored by these awards. The winners were announced in November at the ATA Safety Management Council's annual Safety and Human Resources National Conference and Exhibition. Saia's commitment to safety includes ongoing employee training, application of the Smith System defensive driving techniques, use of a lane departure warning system and other advanced technology, which assists drivers in preventing collisions, rollovers, and loss-of-control accidents, as well as participation in the ATA's Safety Council. About Saia, Inc. Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA), with 2014 revenues of $1.3 billion, offers customers a wide range of less-than-truckload, non-asset truckload, and logistic services. The company operates 147 terminals in 34 states and is home to the industry-exclusive Customer Service Indicators and Xtreme Guarantee. With headquarters in Georgia, Saia employs 8,500 people nationwide. Saia LTL Freight has been recognized by the American Trucking Associations Safety Management Council for its outstanding safety record. | ||