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| Date | Title | | | 11/13/09 | Ryder Chairman and CEO to Address 2009 Stephens Inc. Fall Investment Conference| MIAMI, FL, Nov 13, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton will present a Company update at the 2009 Stephens Inc.
Fall Investment Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton
What: 2009 Stephens Inc. Fall Investment Conference
Where: The New York Palace Hotel, New York, N.Y.
When: Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Time: 2:30 - 2:55 pm Eastern Time
... |
|  | | 11/11/09 | Ryder Receives Green Supply Chain Award| MIAMI, FL, Nov 11, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine, the executive's user
manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation,
selected Ryder (NYSE: R) as a recipient for its 2009 Green Supply
Chain Award. Ryder was chosen as a provider of supply chain
solutions that is assisting its customers in meeting green or
sustainable supply chain goals.
Supply & Demand Chain Executive selected winners from nearly 80
online submissions based on the ... |
| | | 11/09/09 | Ryder Appoints John Gleason to Lead Sales and Marketing of Fleet Management Solutions| MIAMI, FL, Nov 09, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, today announced that John Gleason has
joined Ryder as Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing, North
America, of its Fleet Management Solutions business segment. He
reports directly to Tony Tegnelia, Ryder's President of Global Fleet
Management Solutions.
"John has spent the majority of his career leading sales and
marketing in business o... |
| | | 11/03/09 | Ryder CFO to Address 2009 Baird Industrial Conference| MIAMI, FL, Nov 03, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the
Robert W. Baird & Co. 2009 Industrial Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez
What: Robert W. Baird & Co. 2009 Industrial Conference
Where: Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago
When: Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Time: 8:55... |
| | | 10/22/09 | Ryder Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results| MIAMI, FL, Oct 22, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
-- Q3 Continuing Operations EPS of $0.51 vs. $1.29 in 2008
-- Q3 Comparable Continuing Operations EPS of $0.50 vs. $1.26 in 2008
-- Q3 Total Revenue 20% Lower; Operating Revenue Declines 13%
-- Company Plans to Resume Share Repurchase Programs
Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today reported earnings per diluted
share (EPS) from c... |
| | | 10/20/09 | Shell Contracts Gulf Coast Road Transportation Operations to Ryder| MIAMI, FL, Oct 20, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, today announced it has been awarded a
Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC) and Transportation Management
contract by Shell Exploration and Production Company (SEPCo) to
support their Gulf of Mexico operations. SEPCo's Gulf of Mexico
Deepwater operations account for approximately 80 percent of Shell's
overall U.S. oil and gas production.
Ryder's D... |
| | | 10/15/09 | Ryder Third Quarter Conference Call Scheduled for October 22, 2009| MIAMI, FL, Oct 15, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, today announced it will host a conference
call on Thursday, October 22, 2009, following the release of its
third quarter 2009 results. The call is scheduled to begin at 11:00
a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. Third Quarter 2009 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairman and Chief Executive Of... |
| | | 10/09/09 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend| Company Pays Dividend for 133rd Consecutive QuarterMIAMI, FL, Oct 09, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- The Board of Directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in
transportation and supply chain management solutions, today declared
a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share of common stock,
to be paid on December 11, 2009, to shareholders of record on
November 16, 2009. This is Ryder's 133rd consecutive quarterly cash
dividend -- marking more than 33 years of dividend paym... |
| | | 09/21/09 | Affordable Used Vehicles From Ryder Are Just a Few Clicks Away| Ryder Enhances Used Vehicle Website, Making It Easier to Find Great Deals FastMIAMI, FL, Sep 21, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Companies looking for affordable transportation solutions in this
challenging economy will now have an easier time finding great deals
on Road Ready(TM) used trucks from Ryder. To better serve existing
and prospective customers looking for affordable, quality used
vehicles, Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in
transportation and supply chain managemen... |
| | | 09/10/09 | Ryder Executives to Address Morgan Keegan Industrial Conference| MIAMI, FL, Sep 10, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the Morgan
Keegan Industrial Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg
Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Robert Sanchez
What: Morgan Keegan Industrial Conference
Where: Chicago, Ill.
... |
| | | 09/10/09 | Logistics Management Magazine Recognizes Ryder With | MIAMI, FL, Sep 10, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it has earned Logistics Management magazine's 2009 "Quest for
Quality" award for recognition of outstanding performance in the
Third-Party Logistics category. Quest for Quality recipients have
consistently proven that they are meeting ever-increasing shipper
demands in what is now a 24/7 global marketplace. ... |
| | | 09/08/09 | Ryder Announces Final Results of $100 Million Debt Tender Offer| MIAMI, FL, Sep 08, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) today announced the final results of
the previously announced cash tender offer (the "Offer") for up to
$100 million aggregate principal amount of outstanding 5.95% Notes
due May 2011, 5.0% Notes due April 2011, and 4.625% Notes due 2010
(collectively, the "Notes"). As of 12:00 midnight, New York City
time, on September 4, 2009 (the "Expiration Date"), approximately
$289 million aggregate principal amount of N... |
| | | 09/03/09 | Ryder CFO to Address Credit Suisse Automotive and Transportation Conference| MIAMI, FL, Sep 03, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the
Credit Suisse Automotive and Transportation Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Robert Sanchez
What: Credit Suisse Automotive and Transportation Conference
Where: New York, N.Y.
When: Thursday, September 10, 2009
Time: ... |
| | | 08/26/09 | Ryder Named a Food Logistics Top 3PL| MIAMI, FL, Aug 26, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it has been included in Food Logistics magazine's fourth-annual
listing of the Top 70 3PLs. Ryder's inclusion in this year's list
reflects the broad scope of third-party logistics services and
capabilities the company offers that enable food companies to reduce
costs, increase flexibility and improve service ... |
| | | 08/21/09 | Ryder Announces Early Results of $100 Million Debt Tender Offer| MIAMI, FL, Aug 21, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) today announced that as of 5:00 p.m.,
New York City time, on August 21, 2009 (the "Early Tender Date"),
approximately $288 million aggregate principal amount of Notes, as
described below, had been validly tendered and not validly withdrawn
in connection with its previously announced $100 million cash tender
offer.
The terms and conditions of Ryder's offer to purchase (the "Offer")
up to $100 million aggregate ... |
| | | 08/20/09 | Ryder Recognized as One of the 25 Greenest Companies in Logistics| Named a Green Supply Chain Partner by Inbound Logistics MagazineMIAMI, FL, Aug 20, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain, warehousing
and transportation management solutions, today announced it has been
named an Inbound Logistics Green Supply Chain Partner. For the
inaugural "Green 25" issue, Inbound Logistics editors selected 25
companies that have demonstrated a deep commitment to supply chain
sustainability.
Prior to becoming a marketing... |
| | | 08/19/09 | Ryder Provides 12 Vehicles for National Truck Safety Event| Vehicles to Be Used in the 2009 National Truck Driving ChampionshipsMIAMI, FL, Aug 19, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, today announced that it is providing 12
vehicles to be used in the 2009 National Truck Driving Championships,
hosted by the non-profit American Trucking Associations (ATA). The
National Truck Driving Championships, an annual competition of
professional truck drivers, is the indu... |
| | | 08/13/09 | Ryder Announces Cross-Border Transportation Management Contract With Procter & Gamble| MIAMI, FL, Aug 13, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain, warehousing
and transportation management solutions, today announced that The
Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE: PG) has selected Ryder to manage a
component of its U.S./Mexico Logistics Network, including
cross-border transportation operations.
Ryder's North America Logistics Network provides a seamless,
end-to-end solution to manage material and product flows. Utilizing
innovative tec... |
| | | 08/10/09 | Ryder Announces Debt Tender Offer| MIAMI, FL, Aug 10, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) has commenced a cash tender offer to
purchase up to $100 million aggregate principal amount of certain of
its outstanding notes as described below (the "Offer"). The terms
and conditions of the tender offer are described in Ryder's Offer to
Purchase dated August 10, 2009 (the "Offer to Purchase") and the
related Letter of Transmittal. Ryder expects to purchase the notes
with commercial paper borrowings.
The ... |
| | | 08/06/09 | Ryder Named Top Third-Party Logistics Provider by Inbound Logistics for Third Consecutive Year| Ryder Honored Among Top Five for Twelfth Consecutive YearMIAMI, FL, Aug 06, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain, warehousing
and transportation management solutions, today announced it has been
named the Number-One third-party logistics (3PL) provider in the
annual Inbound Logistics Top 10 3PL Excellence Awards. This is the
third consecutive year Ryder wins the top spot by this leading
publication and the twelfth consecutive year Ryder is ... |
| | | 07/23/09 | Ryder Reports Second Quarter 2009 Results| MIAMI, FL, Jul 23, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
-- Q2 EPS of $0.41 Include Restructuring and Other Charges of $0.02
-- Q2 Comparable EPS of $0.43 Decline from $1.21 in 2008
-- Q2 Total Revenue 25% Lower; Operating Revenue Declines 15%
-- Full Year Free Cash Flow Expected to Increase Beyond Prior Estimate of
$465 Million
Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, today reported earnings per... |
| | | 07/16/09 | Ryder Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend| Company's Fifth Dividend Increase in Five Years
MIAMI, FL, Jul 16, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- The Board of Directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in
transportation and supply chain management solutions, today declared
a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share of common stock,
to be paid on September 18, 2009, to shareholders of record on August
24, 2009. The dividend reflects a $0.02 increase from the $0.23 cash
dividend Ryder had been paying quarterly since M... |
| | | 07/16/09 | Ryder Second Quarter Conference Call Scheduled for July 23, 2009| MIAMI, FL, Jul 16, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, today announced it will host a conference
call on Thursday, July 23, 2009, following the release of its second
quarter 2009 results. The call is scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m.
Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. Second Quarter 2009 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairman and Chief Executive Offi... |
| | | 07/13/09 | Ryder Named a 2009 Great Supply Chain Partner by SupplyChainBrain| MIAMI, FL, Jul 13, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- SupplyChainBrain, the premier resource for supply chain
intelligence, strategy and innovation, has named Ryder System, Inc.
(NYSE: R) as one of the 100 Great Supply Chain Partners for 2009,
based on an extensive survey of industry professionals. The seventh
annual 100 Great Supply Chain Partners Program is the result of a
six-month on-line poll in which supply chain professionals are asked
to nominate vendors and service providers whose so... |
| | | 07/08/09 | Ryder to Provide Dedicated Contract Carriage Services to United Stationers| MIAMI, FL, Jul 08, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain, warehousing
and transportation management solutions, today announced that United
Stationers Supply Co., North America's largest broad line wholesale
distributor of business products, has selected Ryder to provide
Dedicated Contract Carriage services.
Commenting on the contract, Oran Ashley, Vice President of
Transportation, United Stationers, said, "We needed a reliable partner
who ... |
| | | 07/06/09 | Ryder Honors Top Carriers of the Year| MIAMI, FL, Jul 06, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, today announced its top carrier
selections for the 2008 Ryder Carrier Quality Award. This award
recognizes excellence through a variety of metrics, including on-time
performance, claims handling, customer service, technology
applications, economic value and innovation. Ryder places more than
$4 billion of its customers' freight on selected car... |
| | | 06/24/09 | Ryder Earns Anti-Terrorism Certification for Third Party Logistics Operations in U.S., Canada, and Mexico| MIAMI, FL, Jun 24, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, announced its certification as a Third
Party Logistics Provider (3PL) in the Customs-Trade Partnership
Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) for logistics operations in the U.S.,
Canada, and Mexico. The 3PL certification enhances Ryder's existing
C-TPAT certification as a Highway Carrier received in 2003, enabling
the Company to incorporate its more compl... |
| | | 06/22/09 | Milo's Tea Company Selects Ryder for Delivery Operations| Ryder Will Provide Dedicated Contract Carriage Services to Support the Delivery of Milo's Tea ProductsMIAMI, FL, Jun 22, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, today announced it has been awarded a
Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC) contract with Milo's Tea Company,
Inc., a leading manufacturer of ready to drink, refrigerated tea
products in the southeast region.
"Ryder provided us with an efficient tran... |
| | | 06/15/09 | Mazda Renews and Expands Logistics Contract With Ryder| MIAMI, FL, Jun 15, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain, warehousing
and transportation management solutions, today announced that Mazda
North American Operations (MNAO) is extending and expanding its
contract with Ryder for the distribution management of auto parts
throughout its Mexico network of dealers. Under the expansion, Ryder
will manage cross-border transportation of Mazda parts into Mexico and
distribution to all Mazda dealers in... |
| | | 06/11/09 | iGPS Selects Ryder to Expand Reverse Logistics Backbone in North America| iGPS Operates the World's First All-Plastic Pallet Rental Service With Embedded RFID Tags
MIAMI, FL, Jun 11, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) has been selected by Intelligent Global
Pooling Systems (iGPS) to expand its world-class reverse logistics
solution to support the precise, continuous flow of pallets to, from,
and among iGPS's growing customer base of major manufacturers and
retailers. The innovative iGPS pallet weighs 30 percent less than
the typical mu... |
| | | 06/08/09 | Asbury Park Press Selects Ryder for Transportation Services| Services Provided as Part of Ryder's Dedicated Contract Carriage OfferingMIAMI, FL, Jun 08, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain, warehousing
and transportation management solutions, today announced that Asbury
Park Press, New Jersey's premier daily and Sunday newspaper, has
selected Ryder to provide Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC)
transportation services.
Under the three-year DCC contract, Ryder will manage delivery of
Asbury Park Press ... |
| | | 06/02/09 | Update: Ryder CFO to Address KeyBanc Capital Markets Industrial, Automotive and Transportation Conference| MIAMI, FL, Jun 02, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the
KeyBanc Capital Markets Industrial, Automotive and Transportation
Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez
What: KeyBanc Capital Markets Industrial, Automotive and Transportation
Conference
Where: Intercontinental Hotel,... |
| | | 05/28/09 | Ryder CFO to Address KeyBanc Capital Markets Industrial, Automotive and Transportation Conference| MIAMI, FL, May 28, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the
KeyBanc Capital Markets Industrial, Automotive and Transportation
Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez
What: KeyBanc Capital Markets Industrial, Automotive and
Transportation Conference
Where: Intercontinental ... |
| | | 05/18/09 | Ryder Chairman and CEO to Address Wolfe Research Global Transportation Conference| MIAMI, FL, May 18, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton will present a Company update at the 2nd Annual Wolfe
Research Global Transportation Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton
What: Wolfe Research Global Transportation Conference
Where: Fordham Law School at Lincoln Center, New York City
When: Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Time: ... |
| | | 05/06/09 | Ryder Names Top Drivers of the Year| Three Honorees Combine for More Than Ten Million Safe MilesMIAMI, FL, May 06, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- For the 36th consecutive year, Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions,
recognized the tradition of driver excellence by presenting its
annual "Driver of the Year" awards to three professionals who,
combined, have driven approximately 10 million preventable collision-
and violation-free miles and have more than 100 years of prof... |
| | | 05/01/09 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend| Company Pays Dividend for 131st Consecutive Quarter; Company Announces Results of Annual Meeting of ShareholdersMIAMI, FL, May 01, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- The Board of Directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in
transportation and supply chain management solutions, today declared
a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share of common stock,
to be paid on June 12, 2009, to shareholders of record on May 18,
2009. This is Ryder's 131st consecutive quarterly cash div... |
| | | 04/30/09 | Ryder Completes New $875 Million Global Revolving Credit Agreement| MIAMI, FL, Apr 30, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) today executed a new $875 million,
three year global revolving credit facility which will mature in
April of 2012. Thirteen financial institutions participated in the
facility, which was 35 percent oversubscribed and upsized from $650
million at closing. The new credit facility replaces an $870 million
facility that would have matured in May of 2010.
"Executing this credit agreement further solidifies Ryder'... |
| | | 04/22/09 | Ryder Reports First Quarter 2009 Results| MIAMI, FL, Apr 22, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
-- Q1 EPS of $0.12 Include Restructuring and Other Charges of $0.13
-- Q1 Comparable EPS of $0.25, Declines from $0.96 in 2008
-- Q1 Total Revenue 22% Lower; Operating Revenue Decreases 14%
-- EPS Forecasts Temporarily Suspended in Current Uncertain Environment
-- Full Year Free Cash Flow Expected to Further Improve
Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain managem... |
| | | 04/20/09 | Boeing Company Expands Supply Chain Management Contract With Ryder| MIAMI, FL, Apr 20, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain, warehousing
and transportation management solutions, today announced that The
Boeing Company (NYSE: BA), the world's largest aerospace company, has
selected Ryder to manage Boeing's Freight Bill Payment & Audit
process.
Under a five-year contract, Ryder will provide Boeing with payment
and audit services for their approximately 2.3 million annual freight
bills. The service is expect... |
| | | 04/15/09 | Ryder First Quarter Conference Call Scheduled for April 22, 2009| MIAMI, FL, Apr 15, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, today announced it will host a conference
call on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, following the release of its first
quarter 2009 results. The call is scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m.,
Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. First Quarter 2009 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairman and Chief Executive Of... |
| | | 04/08/09 | Ryder Revises First Quarter Earnings Outlook| MIAMI, FL, Apr 08, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
-- Prolonged Freight Recession Negatively Impacting Full Service Lease
Product Line
-- Q1 Comparable EPS Forecast Range Lowered to $0.22 to $0.24; Reported
EPS Forecast Lowered to $0.10 to $0.12
-- Free Cash Flow Expected to Further Improve From Previous Forecast
Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) today revised its earnings guidance for
the first quarter of 2009 primarily due to lower expected re... |
| | | 04/02/09 | Alabama Metal Industries Selects Ryder to Manage Transportation Operations in U.S. and Canada| Ryder to Optimize and Manage Inbound and Outbound Transportation Throughout AMICO's 18 Locations in the U.S. and Canada and Provide Dedicated Contract Carriage Services to Support Customer Delivery of Its ProductsMIAMI, FL, Apr 02, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain, warehousing
and transportation management solutions, today announced that Alabama
Metal Industries Corporation (AMICO), a leader in the manufacturing
and distribution of indust... |
| | | 03/25/09 | Ryder Executive Named One of 2009 'Pros to Know' by Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine| Recognized for Helping Clients Remain Competitive During the Economic DownturnMIAMI, FL, Mar 25, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine, the executive's user
manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation, has
named John Williford, Ryder's (NYSE: R) President of Global Supply
Chain Solutions, as one of the 2009 "Provider Pros to Know." Mr.
Williford was recognized for helping Ryder customers manage supply
chain risk, increase their competitiv... |
| | | 03/12/09 | Ryder Chairman and CEO to Participate in Credit Suisse Small/Mid-Cap Transportation Conference| MIAMI, FL, Mar 12, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton will participate in the Credit Suisse Small/Mid-Cap
Transportation Conference on Wednesday, March 18, in Boston, Mass.
Mr. Swienton will be meeting with investors for one-on-one
discussions during the conference hours of 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
About Ryder
Ryder provides leading-edge transportation, logistics and supply
chain m... |
| | | 03/04/09 | Ryder Promotes David Hunt to Vice President and Managing Director for Europe| MIAMI, FL, Mar 04, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, today announced the appointment of David
Hunt to Vice President and Managing Director for Fleet Management
Solutions (FMS), Europe. He will continue to report to Ryder
President of Global Fleet Management Solutions, Tony Tegnelia.
In this new role, operating from Ryder offices in Devizes, England,
Mr. Hunt will lead Ryder's FMS and Dedicated C... |
| | | 02/10/09 | Ryder Publishes First Corporate Responsibility Report| MIAMI, FL, Feb 10, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, has published its first Corporate
Responsibility Report, now available at www.ryder.com.
"Over the course of 75 years, Ryder has delivered on promises to its
stakeholders by focusing on getting the right results, the right
way," said Ryder Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg Swienton.
"At the heart of our approach to responsibility is a ... |
| | | 02/06/09 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend| Company Pays Dividend for 130th Consecutive QuarterMIAMI, FL, Feb 06, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- The Board of Directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in
transportation and supply chain management solutions, has declared a
regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share of common stock,
to be paid on March 13, 2009, to shareholders of record on February
17, 2009. This is Ryder's 130th consecutive quarterly cash dividend
-- marking more than 32 years of dividend payments... |
| | | 02/06/09 | Ryder Executives to Address BB&T Capital Markets 24th Annual Transportation Services Conference| MIAMI, FL, Feb 06, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the BB&T
Capital Markets 24th Annual Transportation Services Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer Robert Sanchez
What: ... |
| | | 02/05/09 | Ryder Opens Retail Used Vehicle Centre in Quebec| Facility Offers Customers Largest Used Truck Inventory and Selection Available in MarketMONTREAL, Feb 05, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, today announced the grand opening of its
new retail used vehicle facility located in the emergent area of
Vaudreuil-Dorion, in Quebec. The facility is centrally located at
2399 rue Henry Ford at the intersection of highways A540, A20, and
L'autoroute du Souve... |
| | | 02/04/09 | Ryder Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2008 Results and Provides 2009 Forecast| MIAMI, FL, Feb 04, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
-- Q4 EPS of $0.19 Include Restructuring and Other Charges of $0.90
-- Q4 Comparable EPS of $1.09 vs. $1.18 in 2007; Within Forecast Range
-- Q4 Revenue Declines 18%; Operating Revenue Decreases 7%
-- Full-Year EPS of $3.52 Include Restructuring and Other Charges of
$0.97
-- Full-Year Comparable EPS of $4.49 Increase from $4.21 in 2007
-- Full-Year Revenue Decreases 6%; Operating Revenue Increases... |
| | | 02/02/09 | Ryder Completes Acquisition of Edart Leasing in Northeast U.S.| MIAMI, FL, Feb 02, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, today announced the completion of its
previously announced acquisition of substantially all the assets of
Edart Leasing, LLC, a privately owned full service truck leasing,
commercial truck rental and contract maintenance company
headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut.
The acquisition is expected to add approximately $35 million in
annualized o... |
| | | 01/29/09 | Ryder 2008 Earnings and 2009 Forecast Conference Call Scheduled for February 4| MIAMI, FL, Jan 29, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply
chain management solutions, today announced it will host a conference
call on Wednesday, February 4, 2009, following the release of its
fourth quarter and full-year 2008 results. The conference call will
also include a 2009 forecast. The call is scheduled to begin at
11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. Fourth Quar... |
| | | 01/06/09 | Ryder Appoints Paul Tay Vice President and Managing Director of Asia Pacific| MIAMI, FL, Jan 06, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain, warehousing
and transportation management solutions, announced the appointment of
Paul Tay as Vice President and Managing Director of Asia Pacific. In
his new role, Mr. Tay will be responsible for the continuing
development and operation of Ryder's supply chain solutions offering
throughout the Asia-Pacific region. He will report directly to
Ryder's President of Supply... |
| | | 12/23/08 | Ryder Agrees to Acquire Edart Leasing in Northeast U.S.| MIAMI, FL, Dec 23, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a recognized leader in transportation
and supply chain management solutions, today announced it has reached
an agreement to acquire substantially all the assets of the full
service truck leasing, commercial truck rental and contract
maintenance businesses of Edart Leasing Company LLC, a Northeast U.S.
regional transportation services company based in Hartford,
Connecticut. The acquisition is expe... |
| | | 12/23/08 | Ryder Completes Acquisition of Canada and Asia-Based Logistics Operations| Acquisition of Transpacific Container Terminal and CRSA Logistics Adds Transpacific Supply Chain Solutions Services to Ryder's Comprehensive Supply Chain PortfolioMIAMI, FL, Dec 23, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain, warehousing
and transportation management solutions, today announced that it has
completed the previously announced acquisition of substantially all
the assets of Transpacific Container Terminal Ltd. (TCTL) and CR... |
| | | 12/17/08 | Ryder Announces Strategic Initiatives to Increase Competitiveness and Drive Long-Term Profitable Growth| MIAMI, FL, Dec 17, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
-- Increase Emphasis on the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and U.K. Markets
-- Discontinue Current Operations in Brazil, Argentina, and Chile
-- Transition Out of Current Supply Chain Customer Contracts In Europe;
Emphasize Fleet Management Solutions and Dedicated Contract Carriage
Operations in the U.K.
-- Reduce U.S. Headcount and Costs to Align with Business Levels
-- Implement Temporary... |
| | | 12/12/08 | Ryder Introduces Hybrid Trucks| New Lease Offering Helps Customers of All Sizes Improve Fuel Economy and Reduce Greenhouse Gas EmissionsMIAMI, FL, Dec 12, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced the launch of its
RydeGreen(SM) Hybrid straight truck line, now available for order by
Ryder lease customers. The Hybrid offering enhances the Company's
established line of fuel efficient RydeGreen(SM) tract... |
| | | 12/09/08 | Ryder Receives 2008 Green Supply Chain Award| MIAMI, FL, Dec 09, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine, the executive's user
manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation,
selected Ryder (NYSE: R) as a recipient for its 2008 Green Supply
Chain Award. The award recognizes organizations that are taking
steps to realize green goals.
Submissions for the 2008 Green Supply Chain Awards were judged based
on the clarity and content of the goals and strategy, the extent of
the s... |
| | | 11/14/08 | Ryder CFO to Address 2008 Stephens Inc. Fall Investment Conference| MIAMI, FL, Nov 14, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the
2008 Stephens Inc. Fall Investment Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez
What: 2008 Stephens Inc. Fall Investment Conference
Where: The New York Palace Hotel, New York City
When: Tuesday, November 18,... |
| | | 11/10/08 | Ryder Reports to Carbon Disclosure Project| MIAMI, FL, Nov 10, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, has voluntarily participated in
the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP6), answering the project's
comprehensive questionnaire that details the company's risks and
opportunities associated with issues related to climate change.
The Carbon Disclosure Project, founded in 2000, represents some 385
global institutional investors, wit... |
| | | 11/07/08 | Ryder Celebrates 75 Years of History and South Florida Heritage| Chairman and CEO Presents Scholarships to Miami Edison Senior High Students
MIAMI, Nov. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
celebrated its 75 years in business and its remarkable success story as one of
the most recognized brands in transportation and logistics at its headquarters
in northwestern Miami-Dade. Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush and Miami-Dade
Commissioner Jose "Pepe" Diaz... |
| | | 11/06/08 | Ryder Celebrates 75th Birthday| MIAMI, Nov. 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- One of the most recognizable names
in trucking and logistics is turning 75. Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, is
celebrating a milestone this year and has marked the occasion by displaying a
congratulatory message and its commemorative 75th anniversary logo on a
7,400-square-foot screen in New York City's Times Square. Ryder salutes its
more than 28,000 employees and 15,000 cu... |
| | | 11/05/08 | Ryder CEO to Address 2008 Baird Industrial Conference| MIAMI, FL, Nov 05, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton will present a Company update at the 2008 Baird
Industrial Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton
What: 2008 Baird Industrial Conference
Where: Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago
When: Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Time: 9:55 a.m. Eastern Time
Webcast: To access the l... |
| | | 10/24/08 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend| Company Pays Dividend for 129th Consecutive QuarterMIAMI, FL, Oct 24, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- The Board of Directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global
leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, has
declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share of
common stock, to be paid on December 12, 2008 to shareholders of
record on November 17, 2008. This is Ryder's 129th consecutive
quarterly cash dividend -- marking 32 years of divid... |
| | | 10/22/08 | Ryder Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results| MIAMI, FL, Oct 22, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
-- EPS Increased 13% to $1.25 from $1.11 in 2007
-- Comparable EPS Increased 7% to $1.22 from $1.14 in 2007
-- Total Revenue down 1%; Operating Revenue Grows 3%
-- Full-Year Comparable EPS Forecast Revised to Range of $4.43 to $4.53
Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today reported earnings per diluted
share (EPS) for... |
| | | 10/20/08 | Ryder Appoints Steve Dean Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Supply Chain Solutions| MIAMI, FL, Oct 20, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, announced the
appointment of Steve Dean as Senior Vice President of Sales and
Marketing, Supply Chain Solutions. In his new role, Mr. Dean will be
responsible for all sales and marketing activities of Ryder's global
supply chain business.
Mr. Dean joins Ryder following a 17-year career with Menlo Logistics,
wh... |
| | | 10/15/08 | Ryder's Third Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call Scheduled for October 22| MIAMI, FL, Oct 15, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it will host a
conference call on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, following the release of
its third quarter 2008 results. The call is scheduled to begin at
11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. Third Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairman and... |
| | | 10/13/08 | Ryder Named Among Top 100 Motor Carriers by Inbound Logistics| MIAMI, FL, Oct 13, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it has been named a Top 100 Motor Carrier for 2008 by Inbound
Logistics (IL) Magazine. The Top 100 Motor Carriers list is
published annually to help shippers identify the trucking companies
offering the most innovative and comprehensive services.
"Ryder is honored to be named among the Top 100 m... |
| | | 10/08/08 | The Miami Herald Renews Transportation Contract With Ryder| Services Provided as Part of Ryder's Dedicated Contract Carriage OfferingMIAMI, FL, Oct 08, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
that its oldest customer, The Miami Herald Media Company, an
internationally recognized Pulitzer Prize-winning publication serving
the nation's ninth largest market, has renewed a three-year Dedicated
Contract Carriage (DCC) ... |
| | | 10/03/08 | Ryder Agrees to Acquire Transpacific Container Terminal Ltd. and CRSA Logistics Ltd.| Acquisition Adds Trans-Pacific Supply Chain Solutions Service in Canada and Asia to Ryder's Comprehensive Supply Chain PortfolioMIAMI, FL, Oct 02, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
that it has reached an agreement to acquire substantially all the
assets of Transpacific Container Terminal Ltd. (TCTL) and CRSA
Logistics Ltd. (CRSA). Also being acquire... |
| | | 09/24/08 | Ryder Ranks Among Top 100 Companies on the InformationWeek 500 List| MIAMI, FL, Sep 24, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it ranked 81st on
the 2008 InformationWeek 500. The ranking was revealed recently at a
gala awards ceremony, part of the exclusive InformationWeek 500
conference in Tucson, Arizona.
"Ryder is pleased to be recognized by InformationWeek for the tenth
consecutive year," said Dr. Kevin Bott, Senior Vice Presiden... |
| | | 09/08/08 | Ryder CFO to Address Bank of America 38th Annual Investment Conference| MIAMI, FL, Sep 08, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the
Bank of America 38th Annual Investment Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez
What: Bank of America 38th Annual Investment Conference
Where: The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
When: Tuesday, September 16,... |
| | | 09/05/08 | Ryder Named One of Top 50 Companies for Latinas by LATINA Style Magazine| MIAMI, FL, Sep 05, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- LATINA Style Magazine has named Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) to the
2008 LATINA Style 50, recognizing Ryder as one of the top 50
companies for Latinas to work for in the United States. This is
Ryder's eighth time to appear on the list, which has been published
for 11 years.
"Ryder is proud to be recognized for our diversity initiatives," said
Ryder Chairman and CEO Greg Swienton. "Over the past five years, we
have grown ou... |
| | | 09/03/08 | Ryder Completes Acquisition of Gordon Truck Leasing in Philadelphia| MIAMI, FL, Sep 03, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced the completion of
its previously announced acquisition of substantially all the assets
of the full service truck leasing, commercial truck rental and
contract maintenance businesses of Gordon Truck Leasing in
Philadelphia, Pa.
The acquisition is expected to add approximately $11 million in
annualized operati... |
| | | 09/02/08 | Update: Ryder CFO to Address Morgan Keegan 2008 Equity Conference| MIAMI, FL, Sep 02, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- The following is an update of the previously issued release. Please
note that CDT has been added to the Time section.
Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the
Morgan Keegan 2008 Equity Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez
What: Morgan Keegan 200... |
| | | 08/28/08 | Ryder CFO to Address Morgan Keegan 2008 Equity Conference| MIAMI, FL, Aug 28, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the
Morgan Keegan 2008 Equity Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez
What: Morgan Keegan 2008 Equity Conference
Where: Peabody Hotel, Memphis, Tennessee
When: Thursday, September 4, 2008
Time: 12:00 p... |
| | | 08/12/08 | Ryder Named Top Third-Party Logistics Provider by Inbound Logistics for Second Consecutive Year| Ryder Honored Among Top Five for Eleventh Consecutive YearMIAMI, FL, Aug 12, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it has been named the Number-One third-party logistics (3PL) provider
in the annual Inbound Logistics Top 10 3PL Excellence Awards. This is
the second consecutive year Ryder wins the top spot by this leading
publication and the eleventh con... |
| | | 08/06/08 | Ryder Agrees to Acquire Philadelphia-Based Gordon Truck Leasing| MIAMI, FL, Aug 06, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it has reached an
agreement to acquire substantially all the assets of Gordon Truck
Leasing, a full service truck leasing, commercial truck rental, and
fleet services company headquartered in Philadelphia, Pa. The
acquisition is expected to be finalized later this month and is
subject to customary closing co... |
| | | 07/31/08 | Leading Business Magazine Names Ryder to Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100| MIAMI, FL, Jul 31, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine, the executive's user
manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation, has
named Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) to its seventh annual listing of
the Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100.
The Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100 highlights supply chain
solution providers, consultants and other organizations that are
helping lead the way in transforming companies' supply and dem... |
| | | 07/29/08 | Master Halco Outsources Dedicated Contract Carriage and Transportation Management Operations to Ryder| MIAMI, FL, Jul 29, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it has been
awarded a Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC) and Transportation
Management contract with Master Halco, Inc., the world's leading
distributor and manufacturer of perimeter security and fencing.
"Our partnership with Ryder continues to expand as a direct result of
our enhanced performance capabilitie... |
| | | 07/23/08 | Ryder Honored as 'Outstanding Integrated Logistics Service Provider' in China| MIAMI, FL, Jul 23, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it was honored with the award for "Outstanding Integrated Logistics
Service Provider in China" given by China Modern Logistics News with
the support of the China Federation of Logistics and Procurement. The
award was presented to Ryder during the Second International
Logistics and Supply Chain De... |
| | | 07/23/08 | Ryder Reports Second Quarter 2008 Results| MIAMI, FL, Jul 23, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
-- Second Quarter EPS of $1.10 Include a $0.12 Charge for Brazil Related
to Prior Years
-- Comparable Second Quarter EPS of $1.22 Increase 14%
-- Second Quarter Total Revenue Flat; Operating Revenue Grows 5%
-- Full-Year Comparable EPS Forecast Held to Narrowed Range of $4.60 to
$4.70
Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management ... |
| | | 07/16/08 | Ryder's Second Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call Scheduled for July 23| MIAMI, FL, Jul 16, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it will host a
conference call on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, following the release of
its second quarter 2008 results. The call is scheduled to begin at
11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. Second Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairman a... |
| | | 07/14/08 | Ryder System, Inc. Elects James S. Beard to Its Board of Directors| MIAMI, FL, Jul 14, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced that James S.
Beard, former President of Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation
and Corporate Vice President, Financial Products Division for
Caterpillar Inc., has been elected to its Board of Directors. Mr.
Beard was appointed to serve on the Company's Finance and Compensation
Committees.
"Mr. Beard is... |
| | | 07/10/08 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend| Company Pays Dividend for 128th Consecutive QuarterMIAMI, FL, Jul 10, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- The Board of Directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global
leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share of
common stock, to be paid on September 12, 2008, to shareholders of
record on August 18, 2008. This is Ryder's 128th consecutive
quarterly cash dividend -- marking 32 years of div... |
| | | 06/30/08 | Ryder Named One of Top 40 Companies for Diversity by Black Enterprise Magazine| MIAMI, FL, Jun 30, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Black Enterprise (BE) Magazine has named Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE:
R) one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity in its annual survey
of corporate diversity. Ryder is the only transportation and supply
chain industry company listed in the publication's 2008 survey.
This is the second consecutive year that Ryder System, Inc. has been
ranked among our top companies for diversity, said Black Enterprise
Editorial Director Sonia A... |
| | | 06/25/08 | Ryder Honors Top Carriers of the Year| MIAMI, FL, Jun 25, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced its top carrier
selections for the 2007 Ryder Carrier Quality Award. This award
recognizes excellence through a variety of metrics, including on-time
performance, claims handling, customer service, technology
applications, economic value and innovation. Ryder places more than
$3.0 billion of its customers' ... |
| | | 06/09/08 | Toyota Honors Ryder at Ceremony in Japan| Award Recognizes Ryder Performance in North and South AmericaMIAMI, FL, Jun 09, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it was presented with the 2007 Regional Contribution Award for its
overall performance in providing Toyota with world-class logistics
services in North and South America. The award was presented by
Katsuaki Watanabe, President of Toyota... |
| | | 06/05/08 | The Roanoke Times Renews Transportation Contract With Ryder| Services Provided as Part of Ryder's Dedicated Contract Carriage OfferingMIAMI, FL, Jun 05, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
that The Roanoke (Va.) Times, a Landmark Communications newspaper
with a daily circulation of more than 100,000, has renewed a
five-year Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC) transportation contract
with Ryder. Under the DCC con... |
| | | 06/03/08 | Fiat Group Brazil Honors Ryder as a 2007 Top Supplier| MIAMI, FL, Jun 03, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it was honored as a top supplier with the "2007 Qualitas Award" by
Fiat Group Brazil, a subsidiary of global automotive manufacturer
Fiat Group. Ryder was recognized as a top logistics provider for its
performance managing International Transportation.
"Ryder is being recognized as a top supplie... |
| | | 05/29/08 | Ryder Names 2007 Drivers of the Year| Three Honorees Combine for More Than Eight Million Safe MilesMIAMI, FL, May 29, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, presented its annual "Driver of
the Year" awards to three professionals who, combined, have driven
more than eight million injury-free miles and have more than 96 years
of professional driving experience.
One of the Company's most prestigious recognition programs, t... |
| | | 05/28/08 | Ryder Appoints John Williford to Lead Global Supply Chain Business| 25-Year Industry Veteran Founded Menlo Worldwide LogisticsMIAMI, FL, May 28, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it has selected
John H. Williford to serve in the newly created position of President
of Global Supply Chain Solutions. Mr. Williford's appointment
concludes an internal and external search announced in November of
2007 as part of the Company's strateg... |
| | | 05/27/08 | The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Renews Transportation Contract With Ryder| Services Provided as Part of Ryder's Dedicated Contract Carriage OfferingMIAMI, FL, May 27, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
that The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the largest daily newspaper in
the southeast with a daily circulation of more than 325,000 and
Sunday circulation of nearly 500,000, has renewed a three-year
Dedicated Contract Carriage ... |
| | | 05/21/08 | Ryder CEO to Ring NYSE Closing Bell on May 21 in Celebration of 75th Anniversary| MIAMI, FL, May 21, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez will ring the New York Stock Exchange closing
bell in New York City on Wednesday, May 21, 2008, in honor of Ryder's
75th Anniversary. The bell ringing will take place at 4:00 p.m.
Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: NYSE Closing Bell Ceremony ... |
| | | 05/19/08 | Tom Ridge Meets With Ryder System Leadership Team| MIAMI, FL, May 19, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
that the Honorable Tom Ridge, first secretary of the U.S. Department
of Homeland Security and former governor of Pennsylvania, met with
the company's leadership team at its Miami headquarters to discuss
issues of customs and cross-border security, highway safety, and
disaster planning and respons... |
| | | 05/14/08 | Ryder Executives to Address Wolfe Research Transportation Conference| MIAMI, FL, May 14, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the Wolfe
Research Transportation Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg
Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez
What: Wolfe Research Tr... |
| | | 05/12/08 | Ryder Completes Acquisition of Gator Leasing in Florida| MIAMI, FL, May 12, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced the completion of
its previously announced acquisition of substantially all the assets
of Gator Leasing, Inc., a privately owned full service truck leasing,
commercial truck rental and fleet services company headquartered in
Miami, Florida.
The acquisition is expected to add approximately $35 million in
annu... |
| | | 05/02/08 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend| - Company Pays Dividend for 127th Consecutive Quarter -MIAMI, FL, May 02, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- The Board of Directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global
leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share of
common stock, to be paid on June 13, 2008, to shareholders of record
on May 19, 2008. This is Ryder's 127th consecutive quarterly cash
dividend -- marking more than 31 years ... |
| | | 04/28/08 | Ryder Recognized by General Motors as a 2007 Supplier of the Year| MIAMI, FL, Apr 28, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it received the General Motors 2007 Supplier of the Year award for
its significant contributions to GM's global product and performance
achievements. The 16th annual award -- themed the "Best of the Best"
-- was given during ceremonies Saturday, April 26 at the Sawgrass
Marriott Hotel in Jackson... |
| | | 04/23/08 | Ryder Reports First Quarter 2008 Results| MIAMI, FL, Apr 23, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
-- First Quarter EPS Increase 14% to $0.96
-- Exceeds Forecast with Strong Results In Difficult Operating
Environment
-- First Quarter Total Revenue Down 3%; Operating Revenue Grows 5%
-- Full-Year EPS Forecast Raised to $4.55 to $4.75
Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today reported earnings per diluted
share (... |
| | | 04/16/08 | Ryder First Quarter Conference Call Scheduled for April 23, 2008| MIAMI, FL, Apr 16, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it will host a
conference call on Wednesday, April 23, 2008, following the release
of its first quarter 2008 results. The call is scheduled to begin at
11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. First Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairma... |
| | | 04/14/08 | Ryder Agrees to Acquire Florida-Based Gator Leasing| MIAMI, FL, Apr 14, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it has reached an
agreement to acquire substantially all the assets of Gator Leasing,
Inc., a full service truck leasing, commercial truck rental, and
fleet services company headquartered in Miami, Florida. The
acquisition is expected to be finalized in May and is subject to
customary closing conditions.
"G... |
| | | 04/03/08 | Harman International Outsources Warehousing and Distribution Operations to Ryder| MIAMI, FL, Apr 03, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it has been
awarded a warehousing and distribution management contract with
Harman International Industries, a leading manufacturer of
high-quality, high fidelity audio products and electronic systems for
the automotive, consumer and professional markets.
"Our supply chain is a critical part of our commitment... |
| | | 03/26/08 | Ryder Receives Top Award From Toyota| Recognized for Value ImprovementMIAMI, FL, Mar 26, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder Supply Chain Solutions, a supplier of transportation and
logistics services, received a Superior Award in the area of Value
Improvement from Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North
America, Inc. (TEMA) at the company's Annual Supplier Business
Meeting and Awards Ceremony held in Covington, Kentucky on March 4.
The awards recognize those suppliers who exceeded the company's
expectat... |
| | | 03/24/08 | Ryder Solutions Help Reduce Fuel Consumption and Improve Transportation Efficiencies| Simple Strategies Can Help Mitigate the Impact of Rising Fuel CostsMIAMI, FL, Mar 24, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- As soaring oil prices drive the cost of diesel to record highs,
Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, offers simple strategies to help
businesses reduce fuel consumption and improve the efficiencies of
their fleets and overall supply chains.
"Regardless of industry or size, almost every business r... |
| | | 03/20/08 | Ryder Executive Named One of 2008 | Recognized for Vision and Leadership in Building the 21st Century Supply ChainMIAMI, FL, Mar 20, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine, the executive's user
manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation, has
named Tom Jones, Ryder's (NYSE: R) Senior Vice President and General
Manager of Supply Chain Solutions, as one of the 2008 "Pros to Know."
Mr. Jones has been recognized in the publication's February/March
issue as a "Pract... |
| | | 03/12/08 | Ryder Executives to Address JPMorgan Aviation & Transportation Conference| MIAMI, FL, Mar 12, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the 6th
Annual JPMorgan Aviation & Transportation Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg
Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Robert Sanchez
What: ... |
| | | 03/05/08 | Ryder Honored for Logistics Leadership in China| MIAMI, FL, Mar 05, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it was honored with the "Golden Service Enterprise Award" for
outstanding performance and leadership in logistics by Wuhan
International Logistics Committee in China. The award was presented
to Ryder during the China International Logistics Fair in Wuhan.
"Ryder has shown strong performance prov... |
| | | 03/03/08 | Ryder Honored for Environmental Excellence in Brazil| MIAMI, FL, Mar 03, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it has been honored with the "Top Ambiental" award by ADBV, the
Brazilian Association of Sales and Marketing Directors, for its
commitment to developing and implementing environmentally sustainable
practices in its logistics operations. The annual ADBV awards
ceremony held in Sao Paulo is Brazil... |
| | | 02/26/08 | Maintenance Employees Win Their Own GMC Pick-Up Trucks From Ryder| Technicians Who Meet Performance Targets in Incentive Program Earn Cash Payouts and PrizesMIAMI, FL, Feb 26, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced the winners of its
2007 Ryder Performance Challenge Program. The Ryder Performance
Challenge is an incentive program that rewards maintenance employees
who demonstrate exceptional productivity and customer service
perfor... |
| | | 02/18/08 | Ryder Helps Reco-Vie Boost Recycling Drive| Reco-Vie Ltd, a specialist recycling company, has taken delivery of two new 7.5 ton box vans with tail-lifts from Ryder to help expand its collection ‘rounds' from business and government customers across the south east of England.
The company is primarily involved in the recycling, re-use and refurbishment of waste electrical and electronic equipment, or WEEE as it is popularly known. Recent changes to UK legislation now require the proper collection, transport and recycling of a wide range ... |
| | | 02/08/08 | Ryder Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend| Company Pays Dividend for 126th Consecutive QuarterMIAMI, FL, Feb 08, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- The Board of Directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global
leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share of
common stock, to be paid on March 14, 2008, to shareholders of record
on February 20, 2008. The dividend reflects a $0.02 increase from
the $0.21 cash dividend Ryder had been pay... |
| | | 02/06/08 | Ryder Executives to Address BB&T Capital Markets 23rd Annual Transportation Services Conference| MIAMI, FL, Feb 06, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the BB&T
Capital Markets 23rd Annual Transportation Services Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg
Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Robert Sanch... |
| | | 02/01/08 | Ryder Reports Fourth Quarter 2007 Results and Provides 2008 Forecast| -- Fourth Quarter GAAP EPS of $1.24, Includes $0.06 Tax Benefit--
MIAMI, FL, Feb 01, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today reported earnings per
diluted share (EPS) were $1.24 for the three-month period ended
December 31, 2007, up 15% from EPS of $1.08 in the year-earlier
period. Net earnings for the fourth quarter were $71.9 million, up
9% from $65.8 million in the year... |
| | | 01/28/08 | Fiat's Iveco Honors Ryder for International Transportation Management| MIAMI, FL, Jan 28, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it has been honored as a top supplier for international
transportation management services by Fiat's truck division Iveco, a
leading international manufacturer and supplier of commercial trucks,
parts and diesel engines. This award recognizes Ryder for excellence
in international transportation ... |
| | | 01/25/08 | Ryder 2007 Earnings and 2008 Forecast Conference Call Scheduled for February 1, 2008| MIAMI, FL, Jan 25, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it will host a
conference call on Friday, February 1, 2008, following the release of
its fourth quarter and full-year 2007 results. The conference call
will also include a review of the Company's 2008 business outlook and
financial forecast. The call is scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m.,
Eastern Time, and wi... |
| | | 01/21/08 | Ryder Helps Sunfresh Bakers Meet 24/7 Schedules| The delivery, by Ryder, of four specialist 13 ton box vans to Sunfresh Bakers has seen the Ashton under Lyne baker finalise the outsourcing of its delivery fleet entirely to Ryder. The new trucks will join existing Ryder vehicles in the fleet delivering to wholesale outlets throughout the UK.
“We switched part of the fleet to Ryder eight years ago as being a nationwide operation they can provide breakdown and emergency service anywhere across the UK,” comments Mark Taylor, Sunfresh Bakers' sa... |
| | | 01/18/08 | Blackheath Sells Fleet to Ryder on Leaseback Deal| The Purchase and Leaseback scheme operated by Ryder is proving highly popular with the
manufacturing sector with the latest convert being Blackheath Products – the West Midlandsbased
distributor of kitchen furniture, appliances, work surfaces and flooring.
As part of the contract, 15 existing Blackheath trucks have been purchased by Ryder and then
leased back to the company over a period ranging from 12-48 months, depending on age,
mileage and condition of each vehicle. Ryder has also ove... |
| | | 01/14/08 | Ryder Completes Acquisition of Lily Truck Leasing in Northeast U.S.| MIAMI, FL, Jan 14, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced the completion of
its previously announced acquisition of substantially all the assets
of the Full Service Truck Leasing, Commercial Truck Rental and
Contract Maintenance businesses of Lily Transportation Corp., a
Northeast U.S. regional transportation services company based in
Needham, Mass.
The acquisition... |
| | | 12/19/07 | Ryder Agrees to Acquire Truck Leasing Business of Lily Transportation Corp.| MIAMI, FL, Dec 19, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it has reached
agreement to acquire substantially all the assets of the Full Service
Truck Leasing, Commercial Truck Rental and Contract Truck Maintenance
businesses of Lily Transportation Corp., a Northeast U.S. regional
transportation services company based in Needham, Mass. The
acquisition is expected to ... |
| | | 12/17/07 | Ryder Named to 2007 FL100 by Food Logistics| MIAMI, FL, Dec 17, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it has been named one of the 2007 FL100, Food Logistics magazine's
annual listing of top technology solutions providers.
"The FL100 is a resource of solution providers that cater to the
food industry," said Katherine Doherty, Editor of Food Logistics.
"These companies offer products and service... |
| | | 12/13/07 | Ryder Announces Two Targeted Share Repurchase Programs| MIAMI, FL, Dec 13, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, announced two targeted share
repurchase programs. A program to repurchase $300 million of shares
of common stock outstanding is being implemented to help move the
Company's leverage position toward its previously stated leverage
target range of 250% to 300%. Based on Ryder's current stock price,
$300 million represents app... |
| | | 12/12/07 | Ryder's German Company Celebrates its 20th Anniversary| Ryder Europe's company based in Germany has just celebrated 20 years of successfully
building its fleet and transportation management capabilities, including the establishment of a
sophisticated Transportation Management Centre in Düsseldorf to service business within
Europe.
Ryder established a fleet management business serving the Ministry of Defence (MOD) in
Germany in late 1987, supplying highly specialised tank transporters and trailers. The company
currently supplies and maintains ... |
| | | 12/04/07 | Eagle Steel Products Renews Dedicated Contract Carriage Agreement With Ryder| MIAMI, FL, Dec 04, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
that Eagle Steel Products, Inc., a 25-year-old strip steel processing
company, has renewed a transportation contract with Ryder to provide
Dedicated Contract Carriage services.
Commenting on the renewed contract, Charles Moore, President of Eagle
Steel Products, said, "Our partnership with Ryder ... |
| | | 11/30/07 | Ryder to Consolidate U.S. and International Supply Chain Solutions Businesses| MIAMI, FL, Nov 30, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) today announced plans to combine its
U.S. and International Supply Chain Solutions (SCS) business
operations to form a single, fully integrated organization to serve
SCS customers globally. The new structure will formally align SCS
expertise, business resources, and management processes, to
efficiently support the increasing global sourcing and production
needs of the Company's substantial North ... |
| | | 11/29/07 | Ryder Recognized for Diversity by Hispanic Business Magazine| MIAMI, FL, Nov 29, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Hispanic Business magazine has named Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
one of the "Diversity Elite 60" in its annual survey of corporate
diversity. Ryder is the only transportation rental and leasing
company listed in the publication's 2007 survey.
"We are recognizing Ryder for going beyond workforce diversity
initiatives and implementing strategies to reach more Hispanic
consumers and increase their business with minority- and
... |
| | | 11/26/07 | Ryder Evaluates Success of its Driver Safety Initiative| Over a year since it was introduced in April 2006, Ryder Europe is in a position to
evaluate the success of its driver training initiative. In the period since its
introduction Ryder has seen an 18% reduction in collisions.
The comprehensive initiative consists of a driver development programme together
with a ‘safe driving' awareness programme, both developed in conjunction with
leading safety charity, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, RoSPA.
The aim is to cover all mem... |
| | | 11/26/07 | Composites One Selects Ryder for Logistics Services in China| MIAMI, FL, Nov 26, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
that Composites One, a leading distributor of composite materials to
a number of growing industries including the boating industry, has
selected Ryder for logistics and warehouse management services
supporting their operations in China.
"China is an important market for us, and our ability to mee... |
| | | 11/15/07 | Ryder Earns ISO 14001 Certification for Environmental Management Program in Brazil| MIAMI, FL, Nov 15, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it has earned the ISO 14001 certification for its environmental
management program supporting Toyota Mercosur's logistics operations
in Brazil and Argentina.
ISO 14001, an international management standard designed to
strengthen environmental performance, defines the requirements for an
environm... |
| | | 11/08/07 | Ryder Executives to Address 2007 Stephens Inc. Fall Investment Conference| MIAMI, FL, Nov 08, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the 2007
Stephens Inc. Fall Investment Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez
What: 2007 Stephen... |
| | | 11/01/07 | Ryder Appoints Ten New Trainee Technicians to Three Year Apprentice Scheme| Ryder Europe has recently appointed ten trainee technicians to its new three year
apprenticeship programme. The programme has been updated with significant investment to
provide the best resources and support for the trainees. In addition, it will provide Ryder with a
pool of skilled employees for the future.
Over 185 candidates applied for the ten posts and 100 were invited to an assessment centre
which involved numeracy and literacy tests, teamwork tasks and a formal interview.
Service... |
| | | 10/30/07 | Ryder Executives to Address 2007 Baird Industrial Conference| MIAMI, FL, Oct 30, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Robert Sanchez will present a Company update at the 2007
Baird Industrial Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Robert Sanchez
What: 2007 Baird Industrial... |
| | | 10/29/07 | Ryder Unveils Line of | Equipment Specifications and Options Improve Fuel Efficiency, Reduce Emissions, and Meet Higher EPA StandardsMIAMI, FL, Oct 29, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced the launch of its
RydeGreen(TM) line of tractors and trailers, designed to reduce fuel
consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Responding to increasing
market demand for cost-effective, environmentall... |
| | | 10/24/07 | Ryder Reports Third Quarter 2007 Results| -- GAAP EPS Were $1.11 vs. $1.06 in 2006MIAMI, FL, Oct 24, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today reported earnings per
diluted share (EPS) for the three-month period ended September 30,
2007 were $1.11, compared with $1.06 in the year-earlier period.
EPS in the current period included a net after-tax charge of $1.7
million for restructuring costs partially offset by a gain ... |
| | | 10/19/07 | Boeing Company Awards Transportation Management Contract to Ryder| MIAMI, FL, Oct 19, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
that The Boeing Company (NYSE: BA), the world's largest aerospace
company, has selected Ryder to provide global Transportation
Management services.
Under the multi-year contract, Ryder will develop and manage a
customized transportation solution and common processes across the
entire Boeing ente... |
| | | 10/17/07 | Robert Sanchez Named Chief Financial Officer of Ryder System, Inc.| MIAMI, FL, Oct 17, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced Robert E. Sanchez
has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
Mr. Sanchez replaces Mark T. Jamieson, who is leaving Ryder to become
the Chief Financial Officer at HD Supply, a leading wholesale
building material distribution company headquartered in Atlanta,
Georgia.
Prior to this a... |
| | | 10/17/07 | Ryder Third Quarter Conference Call Scheduled for October 24, 2007| MIAMI, FL, Oct 17, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it will host a
conference call on Wednesday, October 24, 2007, following the release
of its third quarter 2007 results. The call is scheduled to begin at
10:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. Third Quarter 2007 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairman ... |
| | | 10/12/07 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend| Company Pays Dividend for 125th Consecutive QuarterMIAMI, FL, Oct 12, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- The Board of Directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global
leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.21 per share of
common stock. The dividend will be paid on December 14, 2007 to
shareholders of record on November 19, 2007. This is Ryder's 125th
consecutive quarterly cash dividend -- marking... |
| | | 10/10/07 | Ryder Completes Acquisition of Pollock in Canada| MIAMI, FL, Oct 10, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced the completion of
its previously announced acquisition of substantially all the assets
of Pollock NationaLease, one of Canada's largest privately owned
commercial truck leasing and rental companies, as well as Pollock's
transportation-based logistics operations.
The acquisition is expected to add approximatel... |
| | | 10/08/07 | Ryder Revises Earnings Outlook| MIAMI, FL, Oct 08, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) today revised its earnings forecast
primarily due to lower expected results in its U.S. Fleet Management
Solutions (FMS) business segment. Economic conditions have softened
considerably in more industries beyond those related to housing and
construction. Consequently, freight and shipment levels have
weakened to a greater extent than previously anticipated. The impact
to earnings is primarily d... |
| | | 10/02/07 | Ryder Ranks 25th on InformationWeek 500 List| Ryder Ranks 25th Overall for Technological Innovation and 2nd in the Transportation and Logistics Industry CategoryMIAMI, FL, Oct 02, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced that it ranked
25th on the 2007 InformationWeek 500. The ranking was revealed
recently at a gala awards ceremony, part of the exclusive
InformationWeek 500 conference in Tucson, Arizona.
Ryder ra... |
| | | 10/01/07 | Ryder wins contract extension with Airedale NHS Trust| Ryder has been awarded a three year contract, which extends already several years of service provision of delivery vans and drivers to the Airedale NHS Trust, centered on the Airedale General Hospital, in Keighley.
The vehicles will be used for the delivery and collection of mail, parcels, medical gases, pathology and sterile items between the hospital and some 90 GP surgeries, clinics and other hospital departments across a region covering 500 square miles of both Yorkshire and Lancashire. ... |
| | | 09/28/07 | Ryder Launches Premium Freight Service| Ryder Europe has launched a new Premium Freight Service which is internet enabled to
provide worldwide management of time-critical deliveries.
Based at Ryder's Transport Management Centre in Düsseldorf, Germany, managed on a 24/7
basis by its Shipment Planning & Execution Team, the service provides a rapid, trackable and
accountable service for shipments that are outside the scope of standard schedules and tariffs.
Ryder's Transport Management Centre already offers services such as Shipme... |
| | | 09/21/07 | Ryder’s Excellent Record On Managing Risk Recognised In ROSPA’s MORR Awards| Ryder plc were highly commended runners up in 2007's RoSPA MORR Trophy in recognition of its focus and expertise in managing the occupation road risk within its business.
Ryder plc submission focussed on its comprehensive driver training programme introduced into its UK business in 2006 which covers all members of staff who drive during the course of their work.
Around 900 people are annually assessed on their driving skills through a Driver Development Programme, which assesses an individ... |
| | | 09/04/07 | Italy's Merloni TermoSanitari Selects Ryder to Manage Supply Chain Operations in China| Ryder to Manage Distribution, Warehousing and Outbound Transportation to More Than 200 Customer Locations Throughout ChinaMIAMI, FL, Sep 04, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
that Merloni TermoSanitari, a leading Italian manufacturer of
residential and commercial heating and water heating systems and
services, has selected Ryder to manage its supply ... |
| | | 08/29/07 | Ryder Agrees to Acquire Pollock NationaLease in Canada| MIAMI, FL, Aug 29, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it has reached
agreement to acquire substantially all the assets of Pollock
NationaLease, one of Canada's largest privately-owned full service
truck leasing companies based in Strathroy, Ontario.
Per the terms of the transaction, Ryder Canada will acquire Pollock's
fleet of more than 2,000 vehicles and over 1... |
| | | 08/27/07 | Ryder Honors 2007 | Seven Finalists to Represent Ryder at 2007 TMC SuperTech National Technician Skills CompetitionMIAMI, FL, Aug 27, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced the winners of its
2007 Top Technician Recognition Program. The title of "National Top
Technician" was awarded to Michael Bogard of Neenah, Wis., along with
keys to a new, fully loaded GMC pick-up truck. Christopher... |
| | | 08/20/07 | EasySale, Inc. Selects Ryder for Transportation Services| Ryder Full Service Lease to Provide Truck Fleet, Maintenance and Other Support Services for Innovative Online Auction Sale ProviderMIAMI, FL, Aug 20, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it has been
awarded a long-term full service lease contract to provide vehicles
and maintenance services, as well as fleet management and other
value-added support services to EasyS... |
| | | 08/16/07 | Ryder Named 2007's | Ryder Honored for Tenth Consecutive YearMIAMI, FL, Aug 16, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it has been named the Number-One third-party logistics (3PL) provider
in the annual Inbound Logistics "Top Ten 3PL Excellence Awards."
Ryder has been recognized by this leading publication as a top-five
3PL for ten consecutive years.
"Ryder provides the kin... |
| | | 07/25/07 | Ryder Reports Second Quarter 2007 Results| -- GAAP EPS Were $1.07 vs. $1.13 (Prior Period Included $0.11 Tax Benefit)MIAMI, FL, Jul 25, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today reported earnings per
diluted share (EPS) for the three-month period ended June 30, 2007
were $1.07, compared with $1.13 in the year-earlier period. EPS in
the year-earlier period included an $0.11 income tax benefit related
to changes in Texas a... |
| | | 07/19/07 | Ryder Announces Logistics Contract Extension and Expansion With Whirlpool| MIAMI, FL, Jul 19, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
that Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR), the world's leading
manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, is extending and
expanding its contract with Ryder for parts warehousing and
distribution services for six additional years. The extended contract
will run through July 2014. Under th... |
| | | 07/19/07 | Publication Names Ryder to Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100| MIAMI, FL, Jul 19, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine, the executive's user
manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation, has
named Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) to its annual listing of the
Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100. The magazine has selected Ryder
as one of the leading supply chain solution and service providers
that is at the forefront of enabling 21st century supply chains.
The goal of the Supply & Demand Cha... |
| | | 07/18/07 | Ryder Second Quarter Conference Call Scheduled for July 25, 2007| MIAMI, FL, Jul 18, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it will host a
conference call on Wednesday, July 25, 2007, following the release of
its second quarter 2007 results. The call is scheduled to begin at
11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. Second Quarter 2007 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairman a... |
| | | 07/13/07 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend| Company Pays Dividend for 124th Consecutive QuarterMIAMI, FL, Jul 13, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- The Board of Directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global
leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.21 per share of
common stock. The dividend will be paid on September 14, 2007 to
shareholders of record on August 20, 2007. This is Ryder's 124th
consecutive quarterly cash dividend -- marking ... |
| | | 07/09/07 | Ryder Opens New Service Facilities in Greater Toronto Area And Ottawa| - Ryder Locations to Provide Combined Fleet of More Than 500 Full Service Lease and Rental Units, Maintenance and Logistics Services -
TORONTO, July 9, 2007 – Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today announced the grand opening of two new Canadian service facilities. The new Concord location at Creditstone Rd. is centrally located near the 400 and 407 Highways, and is Ryder's twelfth location in the Greater Toronto Area. Th... |
| | | 07/01/07 | Ryder Celebrates 35 Years in Dukinfield | The Ryder depot in Dukinfield celebrates its 35th birthday this summer following the US-owned truck rental and contract hire company's purchase of the old Fisher Renwick company site in Globe Lane back in 1972.
Starting with a small fleet of bright yellow trucks and vans, the company quickly expanded across the Greater Manchester region and in 1996 purchased local rental company Unilink, which had depots in Bolton and Manchester. Companies such as Comet Electrical and Matthew Clarke use cont... |
| | | 06/27/07 | China's Modern Logistics News Names Ryder Most Admired Logistics Company| MIAMI, FL, Jun 27, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it has been recognized as the "Most Admired Logistics Company" in
China by Modern Logistics News, one of China's most influential
logistics periodicals published by the China Federation of Logistics &
Purchasing (CFLP). The award was presented to Ryder during the
International Logistics and Supp... |
| | | 06/21/07 | Ryder Goes Beyond Statutory Requirements To Launch Comprehensive New Staff Health Programme | Ryder Europe is introducing a comprehensive programme of health assessment and maintenance, which goes far beyond its statutory obligations, to its entire UK workforce during 2007. A specifically tailored programme operated for Ryder by healthcare company Clarity, seeks to promote health and safety practices, identify individuals with potential health issues and provide support for those needing treatment.
Over 1000 employees will be given health screening, which will cover blood pressure, e... |
| | | 06/21/07 | Ryder Wins £ Multi-Million City Link Contract| Under a multi-million pound contract hire deal, Ryder is supplying 26 DAF CF430 tractor units and 102 13.6 metre double deck trailers to City Link, the UK's fastest growing parcel network.
The tractor units and double deck trailers are based out of City Link's central sorting hubs in Wednesbury and Coventry and are utilised for the critical time-sensitive inbound and outbound trunking operations throughout the City Link UK delivery network.
“We spent nine months taking a consultative approac... |
| | | 06/21/07 | Ryder Honors Top Carriers of the Year| MIAMI, FL, Jun 21, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced its top carrier
selections for the 2006 Ryder Carrier Quality Award. This award
recognizes excellence through a variety of metrics, including on-time
performance, claims handling, customer service, technology
applications, economic value and innovation. Ryder places more than
$3.1 billion of its customers' ... |
| | | 06/18/07 | Ryder Named a Top Company for Diversity by Black Enterprise Magazine| MIAMI, FL, Jun 18, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Black Enterprise (BE) Magazine has named Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE:
R) one of the "40 Best Companies for Diversity" in its third annual
survey of corporate diversity. Ryder is the only transportation and
supply chain industry company listed in the publication's 2007
survey.
"We are recognizing Ryder's commitment to developing and sustaining a
diverse and inclusive workforce," said Black Enterprise Magazine
Careers and Lifest... |
| | | 06/14/07 | Ryder Strengthens Engineering Team| Ryder Europe is strengthening its engineering team with the appointment of Shaun Stephenson as General Manager, Fleet Engineering, reporting to Steve Mulley, Director: Engineering and Maintenance.
Shaun joins Ryder from the BSS Group, where he was General Manager for Fleet and Distribution. Shaun has a wealth of knowledge and experience in managing fleets from procurement and operational performance to maintenance. His previous roles have included General Manager – Fleet for waste services ... |
| | | 06/14/07 | Lear Corporation Names Ryder Hall of Fame Supplier| MIAMI, FL, Jun 14, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it was recognized as a Hall of Fame Supplier by leading automotive
supplier Lear Corporation, for its superior performance in quality,
service, technology and competitiveness in 2006.
"Best-in-class customer service and quality are hallmarks of Lear's
culture and key measures of the success of an... |
| | | 06/06/07 | Club Car, Inc. Honors Ryder as a 2006 Supplier of the Year| MIAMI, FL, Jun 06, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, announced today it was honored by
Club Car, Inc., a division of Ingersoll Rand, with its "Supplier
Performance Excellence Award" for driving value and performance in
fleet operations in 2006. Ryder was also recognized for improving
safety and driving techniques, tire management, fuel purchasing, and
supporting idle reductio... |
| | | 06/01/07 | Ryder Opens New Heathrow Depot | The new Heathrow truck and van rental depot, which has been opened in Feltham by Ryder, has been stocked with a fleet of brand new vehicles.
“We've moved from Hatton Cross to a brand new, purpose-built facility in Chertsey Road which provides excellent customer reception areas and state-of-the art vehicle servicing facilities,” comments Steve Luckett, Ryder's Heathrow rental manager.
“To coincide with our opening we've stocked the depot with new vehicles, ranging from 3.5ton to 18ton, inclu... |
| | | 05/31/07 | Ryder’s Excellent Record On Managing Risk Recognised In ROSPA’s MORR Awards| Ryder plc were highly commended runners up in 2007's RoSPA MORR Trophy in recognition of its focus and expertise in managing the occupation road risk within its business.
Ryder plc submission focussed on its comprehensive driver training programme introduced into its UK business in 2006 which covers all members of staff who drive during the course of their work.
Around 900 people are annually assessed on their driving skills through a Driver Development Programme, which assesses an individ... |
| | | 05/17/07 | Ryder Europe Launches New Three Year Trainee Technician Apprenticeship| - Ryder invests in developing vehicle technicians -
Ryder Europe is searching for 10 talented people to join their new Trainee Technician Apprenticeship programme. The programme has been updated with significant investment that will provide the best resources and support for trainee technicians.
“Throughout industry there is a shortage of apprentices and so we are continuing to make significant investment in growing skilled technicians who can be the future of our business,” said Peter Ba... |
| | | 05/14/07 | TRALA Appoints Ryder Executive to Chair of Equipment Technology Advisory Council| MIAMI, FL, May 14, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced that Ty Cross,
Vice President of Maintenance, has been appointed to serve as
Chairman of the Truck Renting and Leasing Association's (TRALA)
Equipment Technology Advisory Council (ETAC) for the 2007-2008 term.
"We are very pleased to have Ty assume this important role for our
industry," said Peter Vroom, TRAL... |
| | | 05/10/07 | Silverstone Experience To Reward Safe At Work Driving| Ryder Plc is working with the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents and Silverstone to recognise high safety standards among its occupational drivers.
Ryder, one of the UK's leading commercial vehicle, fleet management and supply chain companies, selected 50 of its employees who drive as part of their job to take part in the Ultimate Driving Experience at the historic motor racing circuit on Sunday (May 13).
Around 900 of the company's drivers competed for places and the successf... |
| | | 05/07/07 | Ryder Announces $200 Million Share Repurchase Program| MIAMI, FL, May 07, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, announced a new share repurchase
program under which the Company plans to repurchase up to $200
million of outstanding Ryder common stock over a period not to exceed
two years. Based on Ryder's current stock price, $200 million
represents approximately 6% of the Company's total shares outstanding.
"Our financial strength en... |
| | | 05/04/07 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend| Company Pays Dividend for 123rd Consecutive QuarterMIAMI, FL, May 04, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- The Board of Directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global
leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.21 per share of
common stock. The dividend will be paid on June 15, 2007 to
shareholders of record on May 21, 2007. This is Ryder's 123rd
consecutive quarterly cash dividend -- marking more tha... |
| | | 05/02/07 | Ryder Honored as a Top Logistics Provider in Brazil| MIAMI, FL, May 02, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it has been honored with the 2006 Volvo Logistics Award as a top
logistics provider for the overall excellence of its logistics and
cargo transportation solutions throughout Brazil.
"We are honored to once again be named the recipient of this
prestigious award, especially with the input of so man... |
| | | 05/01/07 | Ryder CFO to Address Bear Stearns Global Transportation Conference| MIAMI, FL, May 01, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Mark Jamieson will present a Company update at the
Bear Stearns 2007 Global Transportation Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Mark Jamieson
What: Bear Stearns Global Transportation Conference
Where: Bear Stearns World Headquarters, New York City
When: Tuesday,... |
| | | 04/30/07 | Toyota Honors Ryder With 2006 Excellent Award for Value Improvement| MIAMI, FL, Apr 30, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it was recognized as an "Excellent" supplier by Toyota Motor
Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. (TEMA). This award
recognizes Ryder as a top North American supplier of logistics
services for its commitment to meeting Toyota's high standards in
value improvement for parts and materia... |
| | | 04/26/07 | Delphi Honors Ryder as 2006 Provider of the Year| MIAMI, FL, Apr 26, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it has been named Delphi's "Provider of the Year" for overall
logistics excellence in 2006. The award was presented during
ceremonies on Thursday, March 15, 2007 at the Delphi North American
Conference in Troy, Mich.
"Ryder is being honored as our 2006 Logistics Provider of the Year
for their p... |
| | | 04/25/07 | Ryder Reports First Quarter 2007 Results| -- First Quarter EPS of $0.84, Increases 9%MIAMI, FL, Apr 25, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today reported earnings per
diluted share (EPS) were $0.84 for the three-month period ended March
31, 2007, up 9% from EPS of $0.77 in the year-earlier period. Net
earnings were $51.3 million, up 8% from $47.6 million in the
year-earlier period. EPS improvement reflects better resul... |
| | | 04/23/07 | Key Safety Systems Selects Ryder to Provide Transportation Management Services| Ryder to Provide Customized Transportation Solution to Further Drive Efficiencies Throughout Key Safety's Supply ChainMIAMI, FL, Apr 23, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
that Key Safety Systems, Inc., a leading global designer and supplier
of automotive safety systems, including air bags, seatbelts and
steering wheels, has selected Ryder for logisti... |
| | | 04/18/07 | Ryder Honored by General Motors as a 2006 Supplier of the Year| MIAMI, FL, Apr 18, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it was presented the General Motors 2006 Supplier of the Year award
for its overall business performance in providing GM with world-class
parts and services. The 15th annual award -- themed the "Best of the
Best" -- was given during ceremonies Saturday, March 31 at the JW
Marriott Orlando Grande ... |
| | | 04/18/07 | Ryder First Quarter Conference Call Scheduled for April 25, 2007| MIAMI, FL, Apr 18, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it will host a
conference call on Wednesday, April 25, 2007, following the release
of its first quarter 2007 results. The call is scheduled to begin at
11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the
Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. First Quarter 2007 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairman a... |
| | | 04/12/07 | Ryder Names 2006 | Three Honorees Combine for Nearly Ten Million Injury-Free MilesMIAMI, FL, Apr 12, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, presented its annual "Driver of
the Year" awards to three professionals who, combined, have driven
nearly ten million injury-free miles and have more than 106 years of
professional driving experience.
One of the Company's most prestigious recognition programs, the... |
| | | 03/29/07 | Ryder Executive Named One of 2007 | Recognized for Promoting Supply Chain Excellence in the Public SectorMIAMI, FL, Mar 29, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine, the executive's user
manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation, has
named Tom Jones, Ryder's (NYSE: R) Senior Vice President and General
Manager of Supply Chain Solutions, as one of the 2007 "Pros to Know."
Mr. Jones has been recognized in the publication's February/March
issue as a "Provider Pros ... |
| | | 03/15/07 | Ryder Executives to Address JPMorgan Aviation and Transportation Conference| MIAMI, FL, Mar 15, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network)
Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg Swienton and Executive
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Mark Jamieson will present a Company
update at the 5th Annual JPMorgan Aviation and Transportation Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Mark Jamieson
What: 5th Annual JPMorgan Aviat... |
| | | 03/12/07 | Ryder Focuses On IT Training| With technology playing an increasingly important role in the transport industry today, Ryder, the leading edge commercial vehicle, fleet management and supply chain solutions company, has started to introduce cutting-edge eTraining programmes that have been designed to provide its employees with the skills needed to fully leverage IT for the benefit of its customers.
“Legislation and customers are demanding that the transport industry becomes more sophisticated in its use of technology,” comme... |
| | | 03/08/07 | Ryder Wins £1.8 Million Brewery Contract| Ryder has won the fleet management contract for Hydes Brewery of Manchester, one of the UK's last family-owned and managed breweries.
The contract, which is worth more than £1.8 million over five years, is for the supply and maintenance of specialist dray delivery vehicles, draymen and a dedicated contract manager and will provide the brewery with significant cost-savings and productivity benefits. Ryder has taken over the existing fleet of vehicles, but these will be replaced with a brand new... |
| | | 02/28/07 | Ryder Makes Key Supply Chain Appointments, Enhances Solution Delivery Model| MIAMI, FL, Feb 28, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
the appointment of two executives as part of a strategy to enhance
service delivery and business growth in the Company's Dedicated
Contract Carriage (DCC) and Transportation Management (TM) product
lines. Rosario Rizzo has been appointed to Senior Vice President and
General Manager of Dedicated C... |
| | | 02/22/07 | Ryder Honored by General Motors at North American International Auto Show| MIAMI, FL, Feb 22, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it was honored by General Motors for overall excellence in supporting
GM's product efforts during ceremonies Thursday, Jan. 11, at the
North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Mich.
"GM strives to build the best cars and trucks in the world, and the
leadership and employees of Ryder rep... |
| | | 02/15/07 | Ryder Honored for Logistics Excellence in China| MIAMI, FL, Feb 15, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain,
warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced
it was honored with the "Excellent Foreign Logistics Company" award
by Shenzhen Logistics Association in China. The award was presented
to Ryder during the Shenzhen International Logistics and Supply Chain
Management Fair.
"Ryder has done a great job of providing world-class supply chain
servic... |
| | | 02/15/07 | Ryder Strengthens Automotive Team| Ryder Europe is strengthening its automotive logistics team with the appointment of Andy Robinson as General Manager, Automotive, reporting to Operations Director, Wally Gillott.
Robinson joins Ryder after three years as Operations Manager for NYK Logistics, where he was responsible for accounts such as Toyota, Jaguar and Land Rover. He has also held positions at Target Express and Securicor. Over the next 12 months he will take responsibility for all Ryder's automotive contracts in the UK, m... |
| | | 02/14/07 | Ryder System, Inc. Files Fiscal 2006 Annual Report on Form 10-K| MIAMI, FL, Feb 14, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, has filed its Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006 with the
Securities and Exchange Commission.
The Form 10-K can be accessed on Ryder's website at www.Ryder.com.
Shareholders may receive a hard copy of the Company's complete
audited financial statements free of charge upon request to Ryder's... |
| | | 02/14/07 | Ryder System, Inc. Elects Luis P. Nieto, Jr. to Its Board of Directors| MIAMI, FL, Feb 14, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced that Luis P.
Nieto, Jr., President of the Refrigerated Foods Group for ConAgra
Foods, Inc. (NYSE: CAG), one of America's leading packaged food
companies, has been elected to its Board of Directors. Mr. Nieto was
appointed to serve on the Company's Audit Committee, and Corporate
Governance and Nominating Comm... |
| | | 02/09/07 | Ryder Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend| Company Pays Dividend for 122nd Consecutive QuarterMIAMI, FL, Feb 09, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- The Board of Directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global
leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.21 per share of common
stock, to be paid on March 16, 2007, to shareholders of record on
February 20, 2007. The dividend reflects a $0.03 increase from the
$0.18 cash dividend Ryder had been paying quar... |
| | | 02/07/07 | Ryder Executives to Address BB&T Capital Markets 22nd Annual Transportation Services Conference| MIAMI, FL, Feb 07, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Mark Jamieson will present a Company update at the BB&T
Capital Markets 22nd Annual Transportation Services
Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Mark Jamieson
... |
| | | 02/07/07 | Ryder Wins New Automotive Logistics Contract| Ryder has won the Just-In-Time (JIT) inbound logistics contract to support the manufacture of the second generation MINI.
Work on the new MINI is already underway at the BMW Group plant in Oxford. To support the operation Ryder has opened a new logistics depot near Abingdon, where due to the time-critical nature of the collections, Ryder has deployed a dedicated management team who will mirror the plant's seven-day-a-week production schedule.
Ryder will collect components from 15 sites and del... |
| | | 02/02/07 | Ryder Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2006 Results and 2007 Forecast| -- Fourth Quarter EPS from Continuing Operations of $1.08, Up 16%MIAMI, FL, Feb 02, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today reported earnings per
diluted share (EPS) from continuing operations were $1.08 for the
three-month period ended December 31, 2006, up 16% from EPS of $0.93
in the year-earlier period. EPS in the fourth quarter of 2006
included net restructuring and other... |
| | | 01/31/07 | Ryder Appoints David Bouchard to Lead International Operations| MIAMI, FL, Jan 31, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), today announced the appointment of
David Bouchard to Senior Vice President and General Manager of
International Operations, reporting to Ryder Chairman and Chief
Executive Officer Greg Swienton. This follows the announcement that
Bobby J. Griffin, who previously led International Operations, will
retire from the Company in the first quarter of 2007.
Mr. Bouchard is a 20-year veteran of Ryder, wi... |
| | | 01/31/07 | Bobby Griffin to Retire From Ryder| MIAMI, FL, Jan 31, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), today announced that Bobby J. Griffin,
President of International Operations, will retire from the Company
in the first quarter of 2007 after more than 34 years of service to
Ryder, its various affiliates and business segments. Mr. Griffin has
been responsible for the development and leadership of Ryder's global
operations including sales, customer relations and overall
profitability and operati... |
| | | 01/26/07 | Ryder 2006 Earnings and 2007 Forecast Conference Call Scheduled for February 2, 2007| MIAMI, FL, Jan 26, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and
supply chain management solutions, today announced it will host a
conference call on Friday, February 2, 2007, following the release of
its fourth quarter and full-year 2006 results. The conference call
will also include a 2007 forecast. The call is scheduled to begin at
11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: Ryder System... |
| | | 01/11/07 | Ryder to Change U.S. Pension Plan and Offer Enhanced 401(k) Plan| MIAMI, Jan 11, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it is redesigning its retirement program for certain pension-
eligible employees effective January 2008. The changes will affect
approximately 9,400 of the Company's more than 27,000 employees. Ryder will
freeze its pension plan for current employees who do not meet certain
grandfathering criteria and ... |
| | | 12/19/06 | Ryder Promotes Greg Greene to Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer| MIAMI, Dec 19, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Ryder System, Inc., a global
leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced the promotion of Gregory F. Greene to Executive Vice President and
Chief Human Resources Officer. Mr. Greene, who serves as a member of Ryder's
Executive Leadership Team, is responsible for leading the Company's human
resources functions, including compensation and benefits, training and
development, and strategi... |
| | | 11/08/06 | Ryder Brazil Honored With 2006 Performance Award by Livre Mercado Magazine| - Ryder Earns Top Spot in 'Third-Party' Category for Operational Efficiency in
Brazil -
MIAMI, Nov. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation management
solutions, today announced it was awarded the 2006 Performance Award (Premio
Desempenho) by Livre Mercado, a leading business publication covering Brazil's
major industrial regions.
"We are honored to be recognized by... |
| | | 11/06/06 | Ryder Recognized in Security 500 Report| - Ryder's Security Operations Among the Best in First-Ever Ranking by Security Magazine -MIAMI, Nov 06, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has been recognized by Security Magazine in the first ever
ranking of top security operations at business, government, transportation,
healthcare and educational enterprises -- the Security 500. Ryder,
representin... |
| | | 11/01/06 | Ryder Executives to Address 2006 Robert W. Baird & Co. Industrial Conference| MIAMI, Nov. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg Swienton and Executive Vice
President and Chief Financial Officer Mark Jamieson will present a Company
update at the 2006 Robert W. Baird & Co. Industrial Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer Mark Jamieson
What:... |
| | | 10/30/06 | Ryder To Address National Safety Council's 2006 Annual Congress| MIAMI, Oct. 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
Director of Global Safety, Health and Security Bill Anderson will present best
practices in activity-based safety management at the National Safety Council's
Annual Congress.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Director of Global Safety, Health and Security
Bill Anderson
What: 94th Annual National Safety Council (NSC) Annual Congress
Where: San Diego Convention Center
When: Mond... |
| | | 10/26/06 | Ryder Executives to Address Stephens Logistics & Transportation Services Conference| MIAMI, Oct. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg Swienton and Executive Vice
President and Chief Financial Officer Mark Jamieson will present a Company
update at the 2006 Stephens Logistics & Transportation Services Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg
Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Mark Jamieson
What: ... |
| | | 10/25/06 | Ryder Reports Third Quarter 2006 Results|
Third Quarter EPS of $1.06, Includes a $0.06 One-Time Pension Charge
Comparable EPS of $1.12 Increases 14%
Revenue Up 9%; Operating Revenue Grows 7%
Full Year EPS Forecast $4.01 to $4.06
MIAMI, Oct. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
reported earnings per diluted share (EPS) of $1.06 for the three-month period
ended September 30, 2006, up 8% compared with $0.98 in the yea... |
| | | 10/19/06 | Ryder Opens New Service Facility in Buford, Georgia| - Ryder Location to Provide Combined Fleet of More Than 400 Full Service Lease and Rental Units, Maintenance and Logistics Services -MIAMI, Oct 19, 2006 /PRNewswire via COMTEX News Network/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global
leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art service facility
located at 3759 Ryder Boulevard in Buford, Georgia.
The facility will immediately service a diverse fleet of more than ... |
| | | 10/19/06 | Ryder Appoints Airton Gimenes Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Supply Chain Solutions| MIAMI, Oct. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation management
solutions, announced the appointment of Airton Gimenes as Senior Vice
President of Sales and Marketing, Supply Chain Solutions. In his new role,
Mr. Gimenes will be responsible for all sales and marketing activities of
Ryder's global supply chain business, supporting the U.S. and international
operations teams.
Mr. Gimenes joins Ryder f... |
| | | 10/18/06 | Ryder To Present at the NAEM 14th Annual EHS Management Forum| MIAMI, Oct. 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
Director of Global Safety, Health and Security Bill Anderson will present best
practices in creating and sustaining a safety culture at NAEM's 14th Annual
Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Management Forum.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Director of Global Safety, Health and Security
Bill Anderson
What: 14th Annual EHS Management Forum
Where: The Westin Savannah Harbor Resort, Savannah,... |
| | | 10/18/06 | Ryder Third Quarter Conference Call Scheduled for October 25, 2006| Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it will host a conference call on Wednesday, October 25, 2006,
following the release of its third quarter 2006 results. The call is
scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the
Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. Third Quarter 2006 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg Swienton and
... |
| | | 10/06/06 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend| - Company Pays Dividend for 121st Consecutive Quarter -
MIAMI, Oct. 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Board of Directors of Ryder
System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and supply chain
management solutions, today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of
$0.18 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on December 15,
2006 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 20, 2006.
This is Ryder's 121st consecutive quarterly cash... |
| | | 09/08/06 | Ryder To Present Logistics Strategies at 7th Automotive Logistics Global Conference| MIAMI, Sept. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
President of U.S. Supply Chain Solutions Vicki O'Meara will present at the 7th
Automotive Logistics Global Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. President of U.S. Supply Chain Solutions
Vicki O'Meara
What: 7th Automotive Logistics Global Conference
Where: The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Dearborn, Mich.
When: Wednesday, September 13, 2006
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ... |
| | | 09/06/06 | Ryder Honors 2006 'Top Technicians in Nation'| - Seven Finalists to Represent Ryder at 2006 TMC SuperTech National Technician
Skills Competition -
MIAMI, Sept. 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced the top three winners of its 2006 Top Technician Recognition
Program. The title of "National Top Technician" was awarded to Michael Caylor
of Aberdeen, Md., along with keys to a new GMC pick-up truck.... |
| | | 09/05/06 | Dunn-Edwards Paints Selects Ryder for Transportation Services| - Ryder to Provide More Than 140 Full Service Lease Vehicles and Maintenance Services for a 50 Unit Trailer Fleet -MIAMI, Sept 05, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has been awarded a multi-year contract to provide Full Service
Lease (FSL) and maintenance services for Dunn-Edwards Paints, one of the
largest paint manufacturers in the United States.
... |
| | | 09/01/06 | Innovation Boosts Ryder to Top 100 on InformationWeek 500 List| MIAMI, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has been ranked in the Top 100 on the 2006 InformationWeek 500, a
prestigious listing of the leading business users of information technology.
Ryder's exact rank will be revealed at a gala awards ceremony held during the
InformationWeek 500 Conference in Rancho Mirage, Calif., from September 10-13.
"The InformationWeek 50... |
| | | 08/31/06 | CMT and Ryder Partner for Second Season of 'Trick My Truck'| -Ryder to Provide Reliable Replacement Trucks During the Customization Period-
MIAMI, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has partnered with CMT, America's No. 1 country music network, as
the preferred alternative truck solution for the entire 24-episode season of
the hit truck makeover series, Trick My Truck. Ryder will provide reliable
replacement trucks to minimiz... |
| | | 08/21/06 | Ryder Launches New Technology to Streamline Customers' Management of Fleet Data, Analysis and Reporting| - Web-based Fleet Management Tool Provides Business-Critical Information on
Fleet Activity and Performance for Customers -
MIAMI, Aug. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, is
launching Ryder FleetCare, a Web-based fleet management tool that provides
customers with access to valuable information regarding the operation of their
fleets. After successful testing in real-world c... |
| | | 08/17/06 | Ryder Named A Top Third-Party Logistics Provider By Inbound Logistics| - Ryder Earns a Top Slot for Ninth Consecutive Year -
MIAMI, Aug. 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation management
solutions, today announced it ranked second in the annual Inbound Logistics
"Top Ten 3PL Excellence Awards." Ryder has been recognized by this leading
publication as a top-five 3PL for nine consecutive years.
"Whatever the company size, world-class logistics performance is... |
| | | 08/15/06 | Ryder Launches 'Road Ready PLUS' Warranty| - Comprehensive Coverage up to 12 Months or 100,000 Miles -MIAMI, Aug 15, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has introduced the "Road Ready(TM) PLUS" extended warranty plan
to complement the reliability of its Road Ready(TM) pre-owned vehicles.
"First-time truck buyers and professional fleet operators recognize that
Ryder's Road Ready(TM) vehicles a... |
| | | 08/09/06 | iGPS Selects Ryder to Provide Supply Chain Services for Industry's First All-Plastic Pallet Pool With Built-in RFID Tracking| Ryder to Provide Distribution, Transportation Management and
Real-Time Tracking of up to 60,000,000 Pallets Annually
ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Intelligent Global Pooling
Systems (iGPS Company LLC), operator of the world's first RFID-tagged all-
plastic pallet pool, today announced that it has selected Ryder System, Inc.
(NYSE: R), a global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation
management solutions, as its supply chain logistics... |
| | | 08/08/06 | Ryder Partners with LoJack Corporation to Provide LoJack Systems to Commercial Truck Fleets| MIAMI, Aug. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced that it is partnering with LoJack Corporation (Nasdaq: LOJN), the
global leader in tracking and recovering valuable mobile assets, to market
LoJack Systems to commercial truck fleets in an effort to combat truck theft.
Ryder Safety Services will be the exclusive online provider of LoJack Systems
to commercial truck fleets in the ... |
| | | 07/27/06 | Ryder Reports Second Quarter 2006 Results|
- Second Quarter EPS of $1.13, Includes an $0.11 Tax Benefit -
- Comparable EPS of $1.02 Increases 19% -
- Revenue Up 15%; Operating Revenue Grows 6% -
- Full Year EPS Forecast Range Raised to $4.00 to $4.10 -
MIAMI, July 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
reported net earnings for the three-month period ended June 30, 2006... |
| | | 07/25/06 | Gibraltar Industries Expands Transportation Operations With Ryder to Include Three Additional Subsidiaries| - Ryder to Provide Dedicated Contract Carriage for Gibraltar's Appleton, Southeastern Metals/SEMCO and DOT Metal Products Subsidiaries -MIAMI, July 25, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation management
solutions, today announced that Gibraltar Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: ROCK), a
leading manufacturer, processor and distributor of metals for the building,
vehicular and industrial market... |
| | | 07/24/06 | Ryder and Imperial Tobacco Canada Build Leading-Edge Retail Supply Chain| - Canada's Leading Tobacco Company Retools Business Model to Include Direct- to-Store Delivery of Products to 26,000 Retailers Across Canada -MIAMI, July 24, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation management
solutions, today announced that Imperial Tobacco Canada Limited is expanding
its supply chain agreement with Ryder in order to execute its major supply
chain transformation annou... |
| | | 07/20/06 | Ryder Second Quarter Conference Call Scheduled For July 27, 2006| MIAMI, July 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it will host a conference call on Thursday, July 27, 2006, following
the release of its second quarter 2006 results. The call is scheduled to
begin at 11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. Second Quarter 2006 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairman and Ch... |
| | | 07/14/06 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend| - Company Pays Dividend for 120th Consecutive Quarter -
MIAMI, July 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Board of Directors of Ryder
System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and supply chain
management solutions, today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of
$0.18 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on September 15,
2006 to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 21, 2006.
This is Ryder's 120th consecutive quarterly cash... |
| | | 07/05/06 | Ryder Teams With Teletrac and Cingular to Create 'Smart' Trucks for Fleets of all Sizes| Integrated GPS, Wireless Data and Micro-Chip Technology System Expected to Make High Tech Tracking and Real-time Driver and Vehicle Performance Data Affordable for all Fleet Sizes
MIAMI, July 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has entered into an alliance with Teletrac and Cingular Wireless
to launch RydeSmart(R), an advanced onboard telematics technology designed to
imp... |
| | | 06/28/06 | Lucent Technologies Names Ryder a Top Supplier| MIAMI, June 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation management
solutions, today announced it received the 2005 Golden Link Award for its
outstanding service as a top supplier of Lucent Technologies' Supply Chain
Networks organization.
"We'd like to acknowledge our strategic partnership with the Ryder team,"
said Mike Jones, Vice President of Lucent's Supply Chain Network. "Together
we are enabling ... |
| | | 06/20/06 | Ryder to Deliver Keynote Presentation at 4th eyefortransport 3PL Summit| MIAMI, June 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
President of U.S. Supply Chain Solutions Vicki O'Meara will present an
industry outlook and 3PL positioning in today's global marketplace at the 4th
eyefortransport 3PL Summit.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. President of U.S. Supply Chain Solutions
Vicki O'Meara
What: 4th eyefortransport 3PL Summit
Where: Intercontinental Hotel, Atlanta
When: Tuesday, Ju... |
| | | 06/06/06 | Ryder Honors Top Carriers of the Year| MIAMI, June 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced its top carrier selections for the 2005 Ryder Carrier Quality Award.
This award recognizes excellence through a variety of metrics, including on-
time performance, claims handling, customer service, technology applications,
economic value and innovation. Ryder places more than $2 billion of its
customers' freight on selected car... |
| | | 06/05/06 | Sherwood Food Distributors Renews and Expands Transportation Contract With Ryder| - Ryder to Provide More Than 250 Full Service Lease Units and Additional On-site Maintenance Services for Refrigerated Trailers -MIAMI, June 5, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced that Sherwood Food Distributors, a privately held national
distributor of fresh and frozen meat, poultry and deli products, has renewed
its contract and expanded its fleet throug... |
| | | 05/08/06 | Ryder Honored by General Motors as a 2005 Supplier of the Year| MIAMI, May 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation management
solutions, today announced it was named as a General Motors Supplier of the
Year for its overall business performance in providing GM with world-class
parts and services. The award was given during ceremonies Saturday, April 29,
at GM's Vehicle Engineering Center at the General Motors Technical Center in
Warren, Mich.
"We consider Ryder t... |
| | | 05/08/06 | Ryder Board of Directors Authorizes Program to Repurchase Two Million Shares| MIAMI, May 8, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions,
announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase
program to mitigate the dilutive impact of shares issued under the Company's
various employee stock option and employee stock purchase plans.
Under the two-year program, Ryder management is authorized to repurchase
shares of common stock in a... |
| | | 05/05/06 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend| - Company Pays Dividend for 119th Consecutive Quarter -
- Company Announces Results of Annual Meeting of Shareholders -
MIAMI, May 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Board of Directors of Ryder
System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and supply chain
management solutions, today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of
$0.18 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on June 16, 2006
to shareholders of record on May 22, 2006. This is R... |
| | | 05/04/06 | Visteon Corporation Names Ryder as Top Supplier| MIAMI, May 4, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it was named "Global Visteon Important Partner of the Year 2005" by
Visteon Corporation (NYSE: VC) for exemplifying "Best in Class" performance
and year-over-year consistent performance.
"We rated Ryder as our best-in-class third-party logistics partner and
recognize Ryder for their year-over-year consi... |
| | | 05/02/06 | Ryder Executives to Address Bear Stearns Global Transportation Conference| MIAMI, May 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg Swienton and Executive Vice
President and Chief Financial Officer Mark Jamieson will present a Company
update at the Bear Stearns 2006 Global Transportation Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg
Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Mark Jamieson
What: Be... |
| | | 05/01/06 | Ryder Awarded 3rd Party Logistics Contract With Lear Corporation| MIAMI, May 1, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation management
solutions, today announced that Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), one of the
world's largest suppliers of automotive interior systems and components, has
selected Ryder as its third-party logistics (3PL) provider for North America.
"Ryder looks forward to implementing best practices and processes
throughout Lear's transp... |
| | | 04/27/06 | Ryder Reports First Quarter 2006 Results|
- First Quarter EPS of $0.77, Up 20% on 14% Revenue Increase -
- Full Year EPS Forecast Raised to $3.82 to $3.97 -
MIAMI, April 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
reported net earnings of $47.6 million for the three-month period ended March
31, 2006, up 15% compared with $41.5 million in the same period of 2005.
Earnings per diluted share (EPS) were $0.77 for ... |
| | | 04/20/06 | Ryder First Quarter Conference Call Scheduled for April 27, 2006| MIAMI, April 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it will host a conference call on Thursday, April 27, 2006,
following the release of its first quarter 2006 results. The call is
scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the
Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. First Quarter 2006 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairman and... |
| | | 03/29/06 | Royal Mouldings Limited Extends Logistics Contract With Ryder| MIAMI, March 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation management
solutions, today announced that Royal Mouldings Limited (NYSE: RYG), North
America's largest marketer and manufacturer of Cellular Vinyl(TM) extrusion
components and decorative polymer mouldings, has extended its multi-year
contract with Ryder for Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC) services and has
added Ryder's Transportation Management serv... |
| | | 03/20/06 | Nestle Chile S.A. Outsources Distribution and Transportation Operations to Ryder| - Ryder to Manage Nestle Chile S.A. Distribution, Warehousing Operations and
Outbound Transportation to More Than 600 Customer Locations Throughout Chile -
MIAMI, March 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has been awarded a distribution and transportation management
contract with Nestle Chile S.A., a subsidiary of Nestle, the world's biggest
food and beverage company.
... |
| | | 02/22/06 | Ryder Appoints Mark T. Jamieson Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer| MIAMI, Feb. 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has selected Mark T. Jamieson as Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Mr. Jamieson will succeed Tracy Leinbach as
CFO effective March 1, 2006. Ms. Leinbach previously announced her plans to
retire from the Company following the completion of the 2005 fiscal year.
"We are pleased to welcome Mark to... |
| | | 02/20/06 | Ryder Promotes Robert Brunn to Vice President of Investor Relations And Public Affairs| MIAMI, Feb. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced the appointment of Robert (Bob) Brunn to Vice President of Investor
Relations and Public Affairs. In this new role, Mr. Brunn will continue to
serve as the primary channel of communication with the equity analyst
community while assuming responsibility for community and external affairs and
the Ryder System Charitable Foundatio... |
| | | 02/09/06 | Ryder Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend| Company Pays Dividend for 118th Consecutive Quarter
MIAMI, Feb. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Board of Directors of Ryder
System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and supply chain
management solutions, today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per
share of common stock, to be paid on March 17, 2006, to shareholders of record
on February 20, 2006. The dividend reflects a $0.02 increase from the
$0.16 cash dividend Ryder had been paying quarterly s... |
| | | 02/09/06 | Ryder CEO to Address BB&T Capital Markets 21st Annual Transportation Services Conference| MIAMI, Feb. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Greg Swienton, Chairman and Chief
Executive Officer of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), will present a Company
update at the BB&T Capital Markets 21st Annual Transportation Services
Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton
What: BB&T Capital Markets 21st Annual Transportation Services
Conference
Where: The Conrad, Miami, Florida
When: ... |
| | | 02/08/06 | Ryder CEO to Address Deutsche Bank Securities 2006 Small Cap Growth Conference| MIAMI, Feb. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Greg Swienton, Chairman and Chief
Executive Officer of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), will present a Company
update at the Deutsche Bank Securities 2006 Small Cap Growth Conference.
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton
What: Deutsche Bank Securities 2006 Small Cap Growth Conference
Where: The Ritz-Carlton Resort, Naples, Florida
When: Wednesday, Febru... |
| | | 02/03/06 | Ryder Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2005 Results and 2006 Forecast|
- Fourth Quarter EPS from Continuing Operations $0.93, Up 13% from
Comparable EPS of $0.82 in the Same Period Last Year -
- Fourth Quarter Revenue of $1.54 billion, Rises 13% Over
Year-Earlier Period -
- 2006 EPS Forecasted to Increase 10% to 14% Over Comparable 2005 Level -
MIAMI, Feb. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
re... |
| | | 01/27/06 | Ryder 2005 Earnings and 2006 Forecast Conference Call Scheduled For February 3, 2006| MIAMI, Jan. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it will host a conference call on Friday, February 3, 2006,
following the release of its fourth quarter and full-year 2005 results. The
conference call will also include a 2006 forecast. The call is scheduled to
begin at 11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. Fourth Q... |
| | | 01/23/06 | Toyota's New Texas Motor Manufacturing Plant Selects Ryder as Its Lead Logistics Manager| San Antonio Plant Has Capacity to Produce 200,000 Tundra Pickup Trucks
MIAMI, Jan. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation management
solutions, today announced it has been awarded a contract by Toyota Motor
Manufacturing North America, Inc. (TMMNA).
Under the contract, Ryder will support Toyota's new assembly plant in San
Antonio, Texas, providing lead logistics management and operations service... |
| | | 12/20/05 | L. Patrick Hassey, Allegheny Technologies Chairman, Elected to Ryder Board of Directors| MIAMI, Dec. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions,
announced today that L. Patrick Hassey, Chairman, President and Chief
Executive Officer of Allegheny Technologies Incorporated (NYSE: ATI), has been
elected to its Board of Directors. Allegheny Technologies is one of the
largest and most diversified specialty metals producers in the world. The
appointment of Mr. Hassey brings the number of di... |
| | | 12/19/05 | Ryder Promotes Kevin Bott to Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer| MIAMI, Dec. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced the appointment of Kevin Bott to Senior Vice President and Chief
Information Officer (CIO). In this new role, Mr. Bott will help refine
Ryder's business model and increase the capabilities of information technology
(IT) as one of Ryder's core competencies and competitive strengths. He will
report to Tracy Leinbach, Executive V... |
| | | 11/08/05 | Ryder Named a Top Company for Black Professionals| MIAMI, Nov. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has been named one of the Top 5 Companies for Black Professionals
in South Florida by Network Miami, the magazine affiliated with the Miami-Dade
Chamber of Commerce.
Network Miami surveyed 100 South Florida companies and selected five
companies that have proven that diversity management is an integral part of
their busine... |
| | | 11/03/05 | Ryder Brazil Named Best Logistics Provider in Automotive Industry| MIAMI, Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced that Ryder Brazil was honored with the AutoData Award as the "Best
Logistics Provider in the Automotive Industry" by AutoData magazine, one of
the most influential Latin American publications dedicated to the automotive
industry.
"We are honored by this prestigious award, especially with the input of so
many of our clients,"... |
| | | 11/02/05 | Ryder Appoints Juliet Johansson Vice President of Marketing, Fleet Management Solutions| MIAMI, Nov. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced the appointment of Juliet Johansson as Vice President of Marketing,
Fleet Management Solutions. In this new role, Ms. Johansson will be
responsible for continuing Ryder's focus on developing strategies and products
to further penetrate growth markets for Fleet Management Solutions, the
Company's largest business segment consisti... |
| | | 11/02/05 | Ryder Executives to Address 20th Annual Citigroup Transportation Conference| Ryder Executives to Present a Company Update at the 20th Annual
Citigroup Transportation Conference
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg
Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Tracy Leinbach
What: 20th Annual Citigroup Transportation Conference
Where: Le Parker Meridien, New York City
When: Wednesday, November 9, 2005
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 3:30 ... |
| | | 11/01/05 | Ryder Executives to Address 2005 Robert W. Baird & Co. Industrial Conference| Ryder Executives to Present a Company Update at the 2005 Robert W. Baird & Co.
Industrial Conference
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg
Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Tracy Leinbach
What: 2005 Robert W. Baird & Co. Industrial Conference
Where: Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago
When: Tuesday, November 8, 2005
Time: 3:40 p.m. -... |
| | | 10/27/05 | Ryder Executives To Address Stephens Logistics and Transportation Services Conference|
Ryder Executives to Present a Company Update at the
2005 Stephens Logistics and Transportation Services Conference
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg
Swienton and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Tracy Leinbach
What: 2005 Stephens Logistics and Transportation Services Conference
Where: The New York Palace Hotel, New York City
When: Thursday, November 3,... |
| | | 10/26/05 | Ryder Reports Third Quarter 2005 Results|
- Third Quarter Earnings Per Share Were $0.98 -
- Comparable Earnings Per Share Up 20% on 14% Higher Revenue -
MIAMI, Oct. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
reported earnings per diluted share (EPS) were $0.98 for the three-month
period ended September 30, 2005, compared with $0.83 in the year-earlier
period. EPS in the year-earlier period included $0.01... |
| | | 10/19/05 | Ryder Third Quarter Conference Call Scheduled for October 26, 2005| MIAMI, Oct. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it will host a conference call on Wednesday, October 26, 2005,
following the release of its third quarter 2005 results. The call is
scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the
Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. Third Quarter 2005 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairman and Chief... |
| | | 10/12/05 | Ryder Appoints U.S. Business Segment Leaders| MIAMI, Oct. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, has
named Anthony G. (Tony) Tegnelia to serve as President of U.S. Fleet
Management Solutions (FMS), and Vicki A. O'Meara to serve as President of U.S.
Supply Chain Solutions (SCS). Mr. Tegnelia, who most recently served as
Ryder's President of U.S. Supply Chain Solutions, is now responsible for all
U.S. operations of the Company's largest bus... |
| | | 10/12/05 | Ryder Update on Hurricane Relief Efforts| - Cash and In-kind Support of Employees, Customers and General Public
Estimated at Nearly $1 Million Through September -
MIAMI, Oct. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- In response to a growing volume
of media inquiries, Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in
transportation and supply chain management solutions, today made public a list
of various corporate- and employee-related assistance efforts undertaken
following the devastation of Hurricane Katrina as well as... |
| | | 10/11/05 | Ryder Announces $175 Million Share Repurchase Program| MIAMI, Oct. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions,
announced today that its board of directors has authorized a new share
repurchase program, under which Ryder is authorized to repurchase up to
$175 million of outstanding Ryder common stock over a period not to exceed two
years. Based on Ryder's current stock price, $175 million represents
approximately 8% of the Company's total shares outstan... |
| | | 10/10/05 | Ryder Wins Top Spots at National Technician Skills Competition| - Ryder Technicians Earn Two Overall Awards and Three Individual Skills Challenge Awards -MIAMI, Oct 10, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced its technicians won two of the top three spots at the Technology &
Maintenance Council's National Technician Skills Competition --
TMCSuperTech2005. Second place was awarded to Matthew Van Zanten of Choctaw,
Okla., ... |
| | | 10/10/05 | Ryder Reaffirms Third Quarter Earnings Forecast| MIAMI, Oct. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R),
today reaffirmed its previously announced third quarter 2005 earnings forecast
range of $0.90 to $0.95 per share. This forecast range includes any potential
impacts from Hurricanes Katrina and Rita and the recently announced bankruptcy
filing of its customer Delphi Corporation.
About Ryder
Ryder is a Fortune 500 company providing leading-edge transportation,
logistics and suppl... |
| | | 10/07/05 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend| - Company Pays Dividend for 117th Consecutive Quarter -
MIAMI, Oct. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Board of Directors of Ryder
System, Inc. (NYSE:R), a global leader in transportation and supply chain
management solutions, today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of
$0.16 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on December 20,
2005 to shareholders of record on November 22, 2005. This is Ryder's 117th
consecutive quarterly cash dividend - marking more ... |
| | | 09/26/05 | Ryder Appoints PricewaterhouseCoopers as its Auditor for 2006| KPMG to Continue as Company's Auditor for 2005
MIAMI, Sept. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
announced today that it has appointed PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) to
serve as the Company's independent auditor effective for the fiscal year
beginning January 1, 2006. PwC replaces KPMG LLP (KPMG) which will be
retained to complete the fiscal year 2005 audit.
In early 2005, the Company's Audit Committee decided, in accordance with
good corpora... |
| | | 09/19/05 | Ryder Named to Latina Style Magazine 2005 Latina Style 50| For the Seventh Time, Ryder Has Been Named One of the "Top 50 Best Companies for Latinas to Work for in the U.S." MIAMI, Sept 19, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has been selected by LATINA Style magazine as one of the 2005
LATINA Style 50. The annual report distinguishes the "Top 50 best companies
for Latinas to work for in the U.S."
This year,... |
| | | 09/13/05 | Ryder Receives Highest Corporate Governance Rating| Ryder One of Only 22 U.S. Companies to Receive a 10.0 Rating
MIAMI, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
announced that a research study released today by the corporate governance
research and ratings agency, GovernanceMetrics International (GMI), gave Ryder
its highest rating, a 10.0. Out of a total of more than 3,200 global
companies rated by GMI, Ryder is one of 22 U.S. companies, and a total
33 companies globally, that received the highest possible ra... |
| | | 09/12/05 | Executive Departing Ryder to Accept CEO Position| MIAMI, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R)
today announced that Gregory E. Hyland, President of its U.S. Fleet Management
Solutions business segment, is departing the company to become Chief Executive
Officer of a diversified industrial company located in Florida.
"We appreciate Mr. Hyland's contributions to Ryder and wish him success as
he pursues this unique opportunity to lead another organization," said Ryder's
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg... |
| | | 08/30/05 | Ryder CFO to Retire in 2006| MIAMI, Aug. 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R),
today announced that it is filing an SEC Form 8-K with notice of Executive
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Tracy A. Leinbach's intention
to retire from the company in early 2006 in order to pursue personal
endeavors. Ms. Leinbach will continue as CFO through the conclusion of the
work in closing the company's 2005 fiscal year, which ends December 31. Her
exact departure date has not been set, but ... |
| | | 08/23/05 | The Roanoke Times Renews Transportation Contract With Ryder| Services Provided as Part of Ryder's Dedicated Contract Carriage Offering
MIAMI, Aug. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation solutions, today
announced that The Roanoke (Va.) Times, a Landmark Communications newspaper
with a daily circulation of approximately 100,000, has renewed a three-year
Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC) transportation contract with Ryder. Under
the DCC contract, Ryder will man... |
| | | 07/28/05 | Ryder Reports Second Quarter 2005 Results| - Second Quarter Earnings Per Share of $0.98, Include a $0.12 Tax Benefit -
- Comparable Earnings Per Share Up 13% on 10% Higher Revenue -
MIAMI, July 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
reported earnings per diluted share (EPS) were $0.98 for the three-month
period ended June 30, 2005, compared with $0.97 in the year-earlier period.
EPS in the current period included a $0.... |
| | | 07/21/05 | United States Postal Service Selects Ryder to Provide Transportation Management| - Ryder to Provide Customized Transportation Solution to Further Drive Efficiencies Throughout USPS Supply Chain - MIAMI, July 21, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation, supply chain management and warehousing
solutions, today announced it has been awarded a multi-year contract by the
United States Postal Service (USPS).
Under the contract, Ryder will develop and manage a customized
transportation solution to optimize ... |
| | | 07/21/05 | Ryder Second Quarter Conference Call Scheduled for July 28, 2005| MIAMI, July 21, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it will host a conference call on Thursday, July 28, 2005, following
the release of its second quarter 2005 results. The call is scheduled to
begin at 11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. Second Quarter 2005 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairman a... |
| | | 07/19/05 | Ryder Appoints Charles Patton Vice President, Compensation and Benefits| MIAMI, July 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced the appointment of Charles R. Patton, Vice President, Compensation
and Benefits. In this role, Mr. Patton will be responsible for corporate
compensation planning and health and welfare benefits program design for
Ryder's 26,000 employees worldwide. Mr. Patton will report to Jennifer
Thomas, Chief Human Resources Officer.
"T... |
| | | 07/15/05 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend| - Company Pays Dividend for 116th Consecutive Quarter -
MIAMI, July 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Board of Directors of Ryder
System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and supply chain
management solutions, today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of
$0.16 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on September 20,
2005 to shareholders of record on August 23, 2005. This is Ryder's 116th
consecutive quarterly cash dividend -- marking 29 years of ... |
| | | 07/14/05 | Follin Smith, Constellation Energy Executive, Elected To Ryder Board of Directors| MIAMI, July 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions,
announced today that E. Follin Smith, Executive Vice President, Chief
Financial Officer and Chief Administrative Officer of Constellation Energy
(NYSE: CEG), has been elected to its Board of Directors. Constellation Energy
is a Fortune 200 company and the nation's largest competitive supplier of
power to wholesale, commercial and industrial custom... |
| | | 07/14/05 | Ryder Announces Logistics Contract Extension With Whirlpool| MIAMI, July 14, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation solutions, today
announced that Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR), the world's leading
manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, has extended its contract
with Ryder for parts warehousing and distribution for two additional years.
The extended agreement will run through July 31, 2008.
"Ryder continues to be an integral part of... |
| | | 07/07/05 | Visteon Corporation Names Ryder As Top Supplier| MIAMI, July 7, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it was named a Visteon Important Partner (VIP) by Visteon
Corporation (NYSE: VC) for exemplifying "Best in Class" performance and going
above-and-beyond to meet Visteon's needs.
"We view our supplier partners as an extension of our business and
continuously work to foster stronger and more collaborative relations... |
| | | 07/05/05 | Ryder Honors Top Carriers of the Year| MIAMI, July 5, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced its top carrier selections for the 2004 Ryder Carrier Quality Award.
This award recognizes excellence through a variety of metrics, including on-
time performance, claims handling, customer service, technology applications,
economic value and innovation. Ryder places more than $2 billion of its
customers' freight on... |
| | | 06/22/05 | Ryder to Deliver Keynote Presentation at 2005 EYEFORTRANSPORT 3PL Summit| Who: Ryder System, Inc. Senior Vice President of Strategy, Marketing and
Acquisitions Chuck Lounsbury will present an industry outlook and discuss the
challenges 3PLs will encounter in the next 12 months
What: 3rd eyefortransport 3PL Summit
Where: Intercontinental Hotel, Atlanta
When: Wednesday, June 29, 2005
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time
About Ryder
Ryder is a Fortune 500 company providing leading-edge transportation,
logistics and ... |
| | | 06/07/05 | New York Post Outsources Transportation Operations to Ryder| MIAMI, June 7, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has been selected by the New York Post, the sixth largest daily
newspaper in the country, with a daily circulation of 680,000, to support
distribution of the newspaper to the New York Metro area.
"Contracting with Ryder will enable the New York Post to gain even more
momentum as a leader in the newspaper indus... |
| | | 06/02/05 | Ryder CEO to Address 2005 Merrill Lynch Global Transportation Conference|
Ryder Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Greg Swienton to Participate in
Industry Panel at the 2005 Merrill Lynch Global Transportation Conference
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Swienton
What: 2005 Merrill Lynch Global Transportation Conference
Where: St. Regis Hotel, New York City
When: Wednesday, June 8, 2005
Time: 1:45 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. Eastern Time
Webcast: To access the l... |
| | | 06/02/05 | Ryder Partners With Instructional Technologies to Provide Online Driver Training| MIAMI, June 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced that it has partnered with Instructional Technologies, Inc. (ITI) to
host, market and distribute an Internet version of ITI's interactive driver
training program called TREAD-1. The program, which will be marketed under
the name Ryder Pro-TREAD, is designed for Ryder customers, drivers and the
transportation industry, and is ava... |
| | | 05/27/05 | Florida Governor Bush Joins Ryder in Dedication of Its New Global Corporate Headquarters| - Ryder Opens More Efficient Facility That Is Home to
More Than 700 Employees -
MIAMI, May 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced the official grand opening of its new four-story, 250,000 square
foot global headquarters facility located in Flagler Station at 11690 NW 105th
Street in Miami. The new headquarters is being leased from Flagler
Developmen... |
| | | 05/25/05 | Florida Governor Jeb Bush to Dedicate Ryder's New Global Headquarters|
Who: Florida Governor Jeb Bush and Ryder System, Inc. Chairman and CEO
Greg Swienton
What: Grand opening celebration of Ryder's new Global Headquarters.
Local business leaders and elected officials to participate in
dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Ryder, a Fortune 500 leader in transportation, logistics and supply
chain management solutions, was established in South Florida more
than 70 years ago. ... |
| | | 05/23/05 | Parksite Outsources Warehousing and Transportation Operations to Ryder| Ryder to Design, Manage and Execute a Transportation and Distribution
Solution to Improve Customer Service and Optimize Supply Chain Performance
MIAMI, May 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation, supply chain management and warehousing
solutions, today announced it has been awarded a multi-year contract to manage
nine warehouse locations, including the distribution and outbound
transportation network to more than 11,000 custom... |
| | | 05/09/05 | Toyota's Georgetown Plant Honors Ryder With 2004 Outstanding Business Partner Award| - Award Given to a Top Service Partner that Excels in Overall
Management, Cost Savings, Quality, Engineering and Safety Leadership -
MIAMI, May 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has been awarded Toyota's 2004 Outstanding Business Partner Award
from the Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc. (TMMK) facility, located
in Georgetown, Ky.
As a Toyota Outstan... |
| | | 05/06/05 | Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend|
- Company Pays Dividend for 115th Consecutive Quarter -
- Company Announces Results of Annual Meeting of Shareholders -
MIAMI, May 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Board of Directors of Ryder
System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and supply chain
management solutions, today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of
$0.16 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on June 17, 2005
to shareholders of record on May 20, 2005. Th... |
| | | 05/06/05 | Ryder to Present RFID Lab Capabilities at Bear Stearns Global Transportation Conference|
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Group Director of Supply Chain Solutions (SCS)
Information Technology Steve Hitchings
What: 2005 Bear Stearns Global Transportation Conference
Where: Bear Stearns' World Headquarters, New York City
When: Thursday, May 12, 2005
Time: 3:05 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time
About Ryder
Ryder is a Fortune 500 company providing leading-edge transportation,
logistics and supply chain management solutions worldwide. Ry... |
| | | 05/05/05 | Ryder CFO to Address Bear Stearns Global Transportation Conference| Ryder Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Tracy Leinbach to
Present a Company Update at the 2005 Bear Stearns Global Transportation
Conference
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Tracy Leinbach
What: 2005 Bear Stearns Global Transportation Conference
Where: Bear Stearns' World Headquarters, New York City
When: Friday, May 13, 2005
Time: 11... |
| | | 05/04/05 | Ryder Names 2004 'Drivers of the Year'| - A Combination of Eight Million Preventable Collision-Free Miles -
MIAMI, May 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions,
announced today the presentation of its annual "Driver of the Year" awards to
three professionals who combined, have driven eight million preventable
collision-free miles and have almost 89 years of professional driving
experience.
One of the Company's most prestigious ... |
| | | 04/28/05 | Ryder Reports First Quarter 2005 Results| - First Quarter Net Earnings of $41.5 Million, Up 18% on 9% Revenue Increase -
- Full Year EPS Forecast Raised to $3.30 to $3.40 -
MIAMI, April 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
reported net earnings of $41.5 million for the three-month period ended March
31, 2005, up 18% compared with $35.0 million in the same period of 2004.
Earnings per diluted share (EPS) were $0... |
| | | 04/27/05 | Ryder Honored by General Motors as a 2004 Supplier of the Year| MIAMI, April 27, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it was named as a General Motors Supplier of the Year for its
overall business performance in providing GM with world-class parts and
services. The award was given during ceremonies Saturday, April 23, at the
General Motors Vehicle Engineering Center in Warren, Mich.
"Our Supplier of the Year winners are the B... |
| | | 04/21/05 | Ryder First Quarter Conference Call Scheduled for April 28, 2005| MIAMI, April 21, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it will host a conference call on Thursday, April 28, 2005,
following the release of its first quarter 2005 results. The call is
scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the
Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. First Quarter 2005 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairm... |
| | | 04/18/05 | LG Electronics Selects Ryder to Manage Consumer Electronics and Home Appliance Warehouse And Transportation Network| Ryder to Manage Six U.S.-based LG Distribution Facilities of Three Million Square-feet
MIAMI, April 18, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation solutions, today
announced that LG Electronics USA, Inc., the $7-billion subsidiary of the
multi-national technology leader, has selected Ryder to design and manage its
U.S. consumer electronics and home appliance product warehousing,
transportation and... |
| | | 04/12/05 | Ryder Opens RFID Test Lab| MIAMI, April 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced the opening of a radio frequency identification (RFID) technology
test lab in its 192,000 square-foot, multi-client facility in Dallas/Fort
Worth.
The lab is located in a warehouse/distribution center where products are
received, stored, inventoried, picked and shipped to meet the operational
requirements of a diverse group ... |
| | | 04/07/05 | Ryder Appoints Chris Steilberg Vice President, Talent| MIAMI, April 7, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced the appointment of Robert Christopher (Chris) Steilberg, Vice
President, Talent. In this new role, Mr. Steilberg will be responsible for
leading Ryder's employee development initiatives, succession planning and
staffing initiatives for future growth reporting to Jennifer Thomas, Chief
Human Resources Officer.
... |
| | | 04/06/05 | Ryder Named Top Supplier by General Motors in Brazil| MIAMI, April 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced that Ryder Brazil was honored as one of General Motors Brazil's top
suppliers with the "2004 Merit Certificate" for providing quality logistics
solutions and customer service excellence.
"Continuously improving the quality of our operations is key to Ryder's
success as a leading provider of logistics services worldwide," said ... |
| | | 03/07/05 | Ryder Acquires New York-Based 4 G's Truck Leasing| MIAMI, March 7, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has acquired 4 G's Truck Renting Co., a privately owned local
truck leasing and rental company located in Brooklyn, N.Y.
In the transaction, Ryder acquired 4 G's fleet of approximately 400
vehicles and 100 customers. Ryder will service the acquired customers from
its existing branches in the Greater New York... |
| | | 02/24/05 | Owens Corning Expands Services With Ryder to Include Dedicated Contract Carriage| MIAMI, Feb. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has expanded its relationship with Owens Corning
(OTC Bulletin Board: OWENQ), a leading building materials manufacturer, to now
include Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC) services.
In addition to the existing full-service lease relationship, Ryder will
provide Owens Corning with Dedicated Contract Carriage services that incl... |
| | | 02/21/05 | Ryder Resolves 1998-2000 Tax Audit| MIAMI, Feb. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has resolved all issues with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
related to the 1998 to 2000 tax period. In connection with the resolution of
this audit, the Company expects to pay approximately $175 million (after
offsets of available federal net operating losses and alternative minimum tax
carry-forwards) in February 2005, plus... |
| | | 02/10/05 | Ryder Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend| - Company Pays Dividend for 114th Consecutive Quarter - MIAMI, Feb 10, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- The Board of Directors of Ryder
System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a global leader in transportation and supply chain
management solutions, today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.16 per
share of common stock, to be paid on March 18, 2005, to shareholders of record
on February 21, 2005. The dividend reflects a $0.01 increase from the $0.15
cash dividend Ryder had been paying quarte... |
| | | 02/09/05 | Ryder CEO to Address Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. Global Transportation Conference| Ryder Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Greg Swienton to Present
a Company Update at the 2005 Deutsche Bank Securities Inc.
Global Transportation Conference
Who: Greg Swienton -- Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
Ryder System, Inc.
What: 2005 Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. Global Transportation
Conference
Where: Naples, Fla.
When: Wednesday, February 16, 2005
... |
| | | 02/04/05 | Ryder Will Honor U.S. Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart With Manufacturing Legislative Excellence Award| Who: Honorable U.S. Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart, Ryder System, Inc.
Chairman, President & CEO Greg Swienton, and the National Association of
Manufacturers
What: The National Association of Manufacturers' (NAM) Legislative
Excellence Award will be presented by Ryder to U.S. Congressman Mario Diaz-
Balart in recognition of his consistent support of American manufacturers and
their employees.
This award is given to those members of the U.S. House and Senate
who ... |
| | | 02/04/05 | Ryder Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2004 Results| - Fourth Quarter Net Earnings $62.6 Million, Up from $39.4 Million in 2003 - MIAMI, Feb 04, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced net earnings of $62.6 million for the three-month period ended
December 31, 2004, up 59% compared with $39.4 million in the same period of
2003. Earnings per diluted share (EPS) were $0.96 for the fourth quarter of
2004, and include a net t... |
| | | 01/28/05 | Ryder Fourth Quarter Conference Call Scheduled for February 4, 2005| MIAMI, Jan. 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it will host a conference call on Friday, February 4, 2005,
following the release of its fourth quarter 2004 results. The call is
scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the
Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. Fourth Quarter 2004 Earnings Conference Call
Who: Chairman, President... |
| | | 01/17/05 | Lucent Technologies Names Ryder a Top Supplier| MIAMI, Jan 17, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it received a 2004 Golden Link Award for its outstanding service as
a top supplier of Lucent Technologies' Supply Chain Networks organization.
"Ryder consistently exceeds our expectations in areas that are essential
to helping us meet the needs of our customers," said Jose Mejia, President of
Lucent's Supply Chai... |
| | | 01/11/05 | Ryder Brazil Receives Volvo Logistics Award| - Center of Logistics Studies Survey Names Ryder Top Logistics Provider
in Brazil -
MIAMI, Jan. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced that Ryder Brazil was awarded the 2004 Volvo Logistics Award. Ryder
was recognized as a top logistics service provider for the overall excellence
of its logistics services and cargo transportation solutions thr... |
| | | 12/20/04 | Ryder System, Inc. 2005 Earnings Forecast| MIAMI, Dec 20, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation management and supply chain solutions, today
announced it forecasts full-year 2005 earnings to be in the range of $3.20 to
$3.30 per diluted share. This represents an earnings per diluted share (EPS)
increase of 11% to 15% over the midpoint of Ryder's most recent comparable
full-year 2004 forecast.
Ryder's current full-year 2004 EPS forecast of $3.08 to $3.11 includ... |
| | | 12/13/04 | Ryder 2005 Earnings Forecast Conference Call Scheduled for December 20, 2004| MIAMI, Dec. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it will host a conference call on Monday, December 20, 2004,
following the release of its 2005 earnings forecast. The call is scheduled to
begin at 11:00 a.m., Eastern Time, and will be webcast over the Internet.
What: Ryder System, Inc. 2005 Earnings Forecast Conference Call
Who: Chairman, President and Chi... |
| | | 12/01/04 | Ryder Receives Daimlerchrysler Corporation Gold Award for Twelfth Consecutive Year| MIAMI, Dec. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it was honored with the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Gold Award.
This marks the twelfth consecutive year that Ryder has been recognized for
outstanding performance and achievement in supporting DaimlerChrysler's
transportation and logistics strategy.
The award is presented annually to select supply chain partners in
recogniti... |
| | | 11/17/04 | Ryder Appoints Jennifer Thomas Senior Vice President of Human Resources| MIAMI, Nov. 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced the appointment of Jennifer Thomas, Senior Vice President of Human
Resources. Ms. Thomas will be responsible for leading Ryder's human resources
business strategy and development initiatives to enhance performance
management, succession planning and develop talent for future growth.
Most recently, Ms. Thomas was Senior Vice P... |
| | | 11/17/04 | Ryder Receives 2004 Supplier of the Year Award From Benteler Automotive| MIAMI, Nov 17, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced that it has been honored with the 2004 Supplier of the Year Award
from Benteler Automotive, an innovative supplier of ready-to-install modules,
components and parts for nearly all global car manufacturers.
"Benteler places high expectations on itself which impact its choice of
suppliers," said Nizar N. Ghoussaini... |
| | | 11/16/04 | MicroFridge Selects Ryder For Integrated Supply Chain Services| MIAMI, Nov. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a
global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today
announced it has been awarded a multi-year agreement to provide integrated
supply chain services to MicroFridge(R), the originator of the combination
refrigerator/freezer and microwave appliance. MicroFridge(R) is a division of
Mac-Gray Corporation (NYSE: TUC), the nation's premier laundry facilities
contractor and a provider of other amenit... |
| | | 11/05/04 | Ryder Executives to Address 2004 Smith Barney Citigroup Annual Transportation Conference| Ryder Executives to Present a Company Update at the 2004 Smith Barney Citigroup Annual Transportation Conference
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman, President & CEO Greg Swienton and
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Tracy
Leinbach
What: 2004 Smith Barney Citigroup Annual Transportation Conference
Where: Hilton New York Hotel, New York City
When: Wednesday, November 10, 2004
... |
| | | 11/04/04 | Ryder Executives To Address 2004 Robert W. Baird & Co. Annual Industrial Conference|
Ryder Executives to Present a Company Update at the
2004 Robert W. Baird & Co. Annual Industrial Conference
MIAMI, Nov. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Who: Ryder System, Inc. Chairman, President & CEO Greg Swienton and
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Tracy
Leinbach
What: 2004 Robert W. Baird & Co. Annual Industrial Conference
Where: Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago
... |
| | | 10/27/04 | /Clarification -- Ryder System, Inc./| The news release "Ryder (NYSE: R) Announces Third Quarter 2004 Results,"
issued earlier today over PR Newswire, was a re-transmission of a release that
originally was issued at 7:59 a.m. on Oct. 25, 2004. PR Newswire sent this
re-transmission over the wire inadvertently and maintains that the
re-transmission of Ryder's third quarter results did not differ in any way
from the original Oct. 25 transmission.
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