USF Distribution Acquires Moore & Son Co.

19 October 1998

USF Distribution Acquires Moore & Son Co.

    BOLINGBROOK, Ill.--Oct. 19, 1998--USF Distribution Services, a subsidiary of USFreightways Corporation, announced today it has acquired Moore & Son Co., a Columbus, Ohio based assembly and distribution business serving all points within the state. The company was purchased from William and Robert Moore for an undisclosed cash settlement. The Ohio cross-dock facility joins existing USF Distribution service centers located in major metropolitan centers of Illinois, Georgia, New Jersey, Colorado and California.
    USF Distribution Services is a national provider of logistics services to the retail and industrial markets with particular focus on assembly/distribution and fulfillment programs.
    USF Distribution Services President Thomas Lilly commented, "With its central Ohio location, commitment to service and strong management team, Moore & Son is a perfect addition to our existing service center network." He continued, "This acquisition complements our long range goal of expanding our operations to support our customers' logistics needs in every major U.S. market."
    USFreightways is a full service provider of global transportation services and innovative logistics solutions. This is accomplished through the Company's operating subsidiaries. Regional less-than-truckload general commodities carriers provide overnight and second-day delivery throughout the United States and into Canada. Logistics subsidiaries provide solutions to customers' logistics and distribution requirements. The Company also provides domestic and international freight forwarding as well as premium regional and national truckload service. For more information, contact the Company at www.usfreightways.com.