Roadway Express Distinguished as Quality Carrier

    AKRON, Ohio--Aug. 20, 2001--Roadway Express, Inc. has been recognized for its outstanding performance in the August issue of Logistics Management & Distribution Report (LMDR) as one of the top "Quest for Quality" less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers for 2001. This marks the 17th consecutive year of customers ranking Roadway as a quality company, meeting the ever-changing challenges of moving freight faster and more efficiently.
    As an ISO 9002 Certified carrier for its system-wide management and operation of the transport of customer goods from origin pickup to destination delivery, Roadway's employees are committed to being the best in the industry.
    "We take special pride in this award, because we were selected by our valued customers," said President and Chief Operating Officer, James Staley. "It is our mission to continue to focus on our shipper's success. We applaud all of our employees for being engaged in positive business performance and building customer relationships."
    More than 3,000 readers responded to this year's questionnaire. The key elements of the high standards of performance include customer service, on-time performance, innovation in information technology and equipment and operations.
    "Roadway is a carrier of choice by LMDR readers," said Vice President of Marketing, William Michael. "We will continue to partner with our customers to customize their shipping needs, allowing them to better plan their business strategies. Our faster, more reliable service, coupled with our innovative technology, fulfills identified customer needs and will continue to give us a competitive edge in the industry."
    Roadway Express, Inc. is the principal subsidiary of Roadway Corporation , a holding company dedicated to identifying opportunities to expand the transportation related service offerings available to customers through the Roadway portfolio of strategically linked transportation companies. Roadway Express is a leading transporter of industrial, commercial and retail goods with a variety of innovative services designed to meet customer needs. An ISO 9002 certified carrier, Roadway Express provides seamless service between all 50 states, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico including export services to 66 countries. For additional information, contact the Company at www.roadway.com.